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    Master of Public Policy (MPP)

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    Oxford, GBMPPIn-person1 year
    £54,450.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    24%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    150
    Cohort
    students
    £75.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford is a 1-year, in-person MPP program based in Oxford, GB. Tuition is £54,450.

    About the program

    The program provides training in public policy through lectures, seminars, case studies, workshops, and a policy report placement. It covers economics, politics, ethics, and policymaking across disciplines to address complex policy challenges.

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    Deadlines

    December 2026
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 110 overall; Listening: 22, Reading: 24, Speaking: 25, Writing: 24
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.5 overall; 7.0 minimum per component

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £16,860.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford is £54,450.
    Is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford?
    Per the program's published guidance: A first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours
    How competitive is Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford?
    Master of Public Policy (MPP) at University of Oxford reports an acceptance rate of approximately 24%.