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Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy MSc

Discover UCL’s online MSc in Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy. This programme equips you with the skills to address global challenges, build a robust professional network, and transform your career.
Time investment
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Location
Online
Cost
£16,000
Language
English

About this degree

Unlock your potential in science and technology policy

Are you passionate about tackling global challenges at the intersection of science, technology, engineering, and public policy? Enrol in UCL’s online MSc program to enhance your skills and prepare for a rewarding career making an impactful difference in the world.

Explore interdisciplinary approaches in public policy

Dive into the dynamic field of public policy with UCL’s innovative MSc program. Our interdisciplinary approach allows you to connect and collaborate with experts across various disciplines. You’ll learn to integrate diverse insights to craft policies capable of addressing complex issues like climate change and public health, laying a solid foundation for your policy-making career.

Mobilise science and engineering for policy impact

Prepare to mobilise your knowledge in science and engineering to influence policy frameworks constructively. Acquire the ability to design and evaluate innovative policies that adapt to fast-changing technologies and societal needs. Whether it’s through working in government or consultancy, your policy skills will empower you to lead powerful transformation.

Build a valuable network with UCL STEaPP experts

Gain unparalleled access to UCL STEaPP’s network of renowned academics, policy practitioners, and industry experts. This course not only equips you with knowledge but also connects you with influential figures and peers in the field. You’ll build lasting professional relationships and collaborations that extend far beyond the classroom, enhancing your career prospects.

Earn your online MPH degree flexibly to suit you

This online degree has been designed with flexibility in mind, so you can learn from the comfort of your home at a pace that suits you. 

It combines a mix of regular online classes, interactive activities, live discussions, group work, and workplace-based assessments centred around real-world public health problems. 

Gain insight into science and technology policy career prospects

Upon completion of the MSc program, you’ll possess the expertise and connections necessary to excel in diverse roles. From government organisations to international NGOs, a myriad of impactful career opportunities await you. Leverage the transferable skills you acquire to navigate and influence the future landscape of science and technology policy.

Through UCL’s pioneering MSc in Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy, you’ll gain invaluable skills to address today’s complex global challenges. Our practice-based approach prepares you to make effective policy decisions and drive change. Enrol today and shape your future by shaping the world.


Where you’ll be studying

Studying at UCL

UCL was founded in 1826. It was the first English university established after Oxford and Cambridge, and the first to open up university education to those previously excluded from it.

Learning outcomes

Critically analyse complex policy issues: Develop the ability to evaluate and interpret complex societal challenges, such as climate change and technological innovations, and propose informed policy responses.

Design evidence-based policy solutions: Learn to integrate interdisciplinary research and social science methods to create effective, evidence-driven policy solutions applicable to various sectors.

Communicate policy recommendations effectively: Enhance your skills in articulating and presenting policy analyses and recommendations to diverse stakeholders.

Additional information

To be eligible for the MSc, you should: A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent international qualification.

No specific professional experience is required, but a background in science, engineering, or social science disciplines is advantageous.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3. To be eligible, for this course you'll need a level of English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.

UCL Pre-Masters' and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and the academic skills required to succeed at the postgraduate level.

This degree offers flexible study modes, allowing you to complete it in 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, or through a modular study approach that can take up to 5 years.

The MSc in Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy assesses students through a combination of coursework, essays, presentations, oral examinations and a project dissertation. These assessments are designed to enhance your ability to apply social science research methods and policy analytic tools effectively.

The MSc in Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy can open up many rewarding career avenues, such as:
  • Policy Analyst
  • Technology and Innovation Advisor
  • Public Policy Consultant
  • Environmental Policy Manager

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