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    Public Policy MPP

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    Stirling, GBMPPIn-person1 year
    £21,800.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling is a 1-year, in-person MPP program based in Stirling, GB. Tuition is £21,800.

    About the program

    Masters program teaching analysis, development, and implementation of policies addressing societal issues like climate change, public health, economic development, education, social justice, crime, and government transparency. Includes core modules on policy theory, analysis, and practice, optional modules in areas such as social research, law, economics, behavioural science, strategic communications, and international politics, plus a dissertation with optional placement.

    Focus: both
    Top 20 in the UK for Social Policy (related field) (Complete University Guide 2026)
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min IBT TOEFL 80 overall with 18 in reading, 23 in writing, 19 in listening and 21 in speaking.
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route)

    £12,417.12
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling is £21,800.
    Is Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling online or in-person?
    Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling take to complete?
    Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum of a second-class honours degree (2.1 preferred)
    What work-permit options follow Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling?
    Post-completion work rights for Public Policy MPP at University of Stirling: 2 years (Graduate Route)