MSc Policy Analysis & Global Governance

The postgraduate course, Policy Analysis and Global Governance, offered by the University of the West of Scotland, exposes students to explore a range of conceptual and practical issues relevant to policy analysis and global governance. This is a vibrant and intensive programme designed to provide advanced training in policy analysis and policy entrepreneurship, set within an international context. It also enables students to acquire a solid foundation in policy evaluation.Course Content: The course explores how the international community handles current social policy issues. It offers a detailed analysis of actors and institutions, and provides a solid grounding for anyone pursuing a career in the policy domain. The modules included ensure students possess the tools and methods needed in policy research and policy analysis, as well as the skills for applying those tools in both public and non-profit sectors and consultancy.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include: International Institutions and Policy Making, War and Development, Middle East Politics, Gender and Development, UNESCO and Cultural Diplomacy, and Policy and the Environment.Accreditations: MPA at UWS is a member of the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs and Administration (NASPAA), as one of first UK institutions to join this prestigious organisation.Future Careers: As a graduate of this programme, you will be equipped to work in a variety of international roles in public and private sectors, non-governmental organisations, think tanks or consultancies. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.