Public Policy and Management

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Politics, Sociology, Geography, Economics, Business, Law, Social Science, Humanities.

We may also accept degrees in non-relevant backgrounds.

We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons or non-UK equivalent.

Extensive work experience (e.g. in Government) may be considered along with a lower degree. Please provide a CV.

All applicants are required to complete and submit a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow. See link below

• Public Policy and Management Statement

Months of entry

September

Course content

This Masters in Public Policy & Management combines courses that examine the policy making process, policy analysis and evaluation and real world public policy challenges, with professional management courses. It aims to develop future public sector leaders who understand both the organisational contexts and challenges that face governments.

Why this programme

• Glasgow is an inspiring place to study problems of public and urban policy, both as a laboratory of many profound challenges, and providing many examples of leading and innovative approaches to tackling such issues.
• Professional management courses delivered by the triple accredited Adam Smith Business School provide an insight into practical challenges facing all successful organisations.
• The programme involves expert contributions from those working in a range of policy fields and field trips to study policy initiatives on the ground.
• You can choose between a research-based dissertation on the topic of your choice or a collaborative dissertation, which emphasises industry or government partnership.
• Social Policy at Glasgow is ranked 2nd in the UK by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and 5th in the UK by the Complete University Guide 2026.