Master of Science in Public Policy

This relationship is recognised by the Irish state, the EU, and other international bodies as they attempt to increase the number of professionally qualified policy specialists working with them. In response DCU is offering a bespoke, online interdisciplinary course designed to meet the requirements of a new generation of policymakers the MSc in Public Policy is a new type of professional degree with an intellectual base and methodological rigour that reflect the needs of a society facing more nuanced and complex challenges. You’ll take four core modules, and choose two other modules from a suite of options, followed by a Policy Analysis Exercise. An innovative departure from the traditional dissertation, this Policy Analysis Exercise which can be linked to your employment is an opportunity for you to work on real policy problems set by public organisations. The MSc in Public Policy equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to navigate and address 21st century policy challenges, from the post-pandemic economic and social recovery to climate action and Brexit.
Viewing public policy analysis as the technology to the science of social science is central both to the delivery of courses and to student assessment.
The course prepares students to perform, understand and communicate professional policy analysis in the public sector and sectors working to it.
The programme employs problem-based learning (PBL) this involves you becoming versed in the most up-to-date aspects of and science behind a relevant discipline, observing these elements in operation by working through case studies, and then using the knowledge gained to solve set problems. To prepare you for the working world, you’ll be prompted to collaborate with other students to define problems, identify relevant data to solve these and divide work in fair and efficient ways.

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