Public Policy and Political Economy
England, United Kingdom
This specialized Professional Doctorate in Public Policy and Political Economy at the University of Buckingham is designed for professionals engaged in or with experience in public policy sectors such as think tanks, charities, journalism, civil service, central banking, or political research. The program aims to develop advanced expertise and practical skills for policy practice and academic progression.
- England, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- Online
- ₹7,44,869/Year
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Program Overview
This specialized Professional Doctorate in Public Policy and Political Economy at the University of Buckingham is designed for professionals engaged in or with experience in public policy sectors such as think tanks, charities, journalism, civil service, central banking, or political research. The program aims to develop advanced expertise and practical skills for policy practice and academic progression.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
TOEFL®
79.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-09-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Aug 2025
Programme Structure
Curriculum:You will attend a study weekend in May of your first academic year at the Vinson Centre, University of Buckingham.The study weekend will include: further lectures on schools of economic thought and their relevance to public policy and a preliminary research proposal presentation as well as research methods training.This module will be a reflective analysis relating experience in your professional role to models in political economy (for example, public choice, institutional economics, market failure models etc) or to key figures in the development of thinking on political economy or public policy.You will then attend a second study weekend in October of the second academic year and your research proposal will be finalised. This will also be at the Vinson Centre.In Module Four, you will undertake a research thesis of a recommended length of 55,000 to 65,000 words.
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.5
English Language Requirements
TOEFL®
79.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must hold a First or Upper Second Class (2.1) Honours degree in a relevant discipline or a relevant Master's degree with an average of at least 60%. If currently employed, candidates should have a minimum of two years’ relevant work experience. Alternatively, individuals with ten or more years of relevant experience, regardless of current employment status, are eligible to apply.
Course Fees
₹7,44,869/Year
Annual Fee
4 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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