Public Policy
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Taught programmes
Master of Public Policy
Course Code | 003185
The Master of Public Policy (MPP) is the flagship degree of the Blavatnik School of Government at Oxford University. It is a one year international graduate education for those wishing to lead in public service, whether in the public, private, non-governmental or social sector.
The core curriculum ranges across the social sciences, science, and the humanities, with students specialising in options and undertaking a field study. Short intensive modules focus on practical skills in finance and budgeting, management, negotiation and strategic communications.
Throughout, students learn to address some of the most significant challenges of government.
How to ApplyThe deadline for the MPP is 18 January 2013. The standard set of materials you should send
with any application to a taught course comprises: In addition to the standard documents above,
applicants to the MPP should provide one (1) piece of written work on a set topic; full details are available on the School's website. |
Academic resources
Much of the teaching will make use of an iPad and a purpose-built Blavatnik School of Government app.
As an integral part of the wider University and with such a wide-reaching curriculum, students will make use of research facilities in the main libraries and in their college libraries, as well as the facilities provided within the School. The School's building will act as a focal point for all our activities.
Graduate destinations
The MPP aims to prepare students for leadership in government or in the pursuit of the public interest, whether in government, non-governmental organisations or the private sector.
enquiries@bsg.ox.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 1865 614343
Main areas of research interests
Research interests on the BSG website  Entry requirements The School will admit candidates with an outstanding academic degree, who demonstrate a commitment to public service in their country or region, or internationally, and an ability to initiate, lead, and deliver A successful MPP applicant will have completed an undergraduate degree in any discipline with a first or upper second-class honours or its international equivalent - a GPA of 3.7 or above would be expected from students who have studied at a university that uses the US grading system
Selection criteria
Selection criteria on the BSG website English language requirements
Higher level
Funding/awards
Funding information on the BSG website
Number of applicants 2012/13
485
Number of places available2013/14
60
Statement of Provision
Master of Public Policy (MPP) |
