Public Policy

Public Policy at Sciences Po is a comprehensive and multidisciplinary programme designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and analytical tools necessary to understand and influence the complex landscape of public decision-making and policy development. By combining rigorous academic coursework, practical internships, and engaging with real-world issues, the programme prepares students for careers in government, international organizations, think tanks, NGOs, and the private sector. The curriculum covers core topics such as political science, economics, law, and administration, while also emphasizing policy analysis, public management, governance, and ethics. Students have opportunities to specialize in areas like European policy, development, environmental policy, security, or social affairs, tailoring their education to their career ambitions. The programme encourages critical thinking, quantitative and qualitative research skills, and effective communication to foster well-rounded professionals capable of tackling pressing societal challenges. With a diverse international student body and faculty, students benefit from a global perspective on policy issues and develop a network of contacts across sectors and countries. The programme is designed to be flexible, allowing students to participate in double-degree options, internships, and field projects. Ultimately, Public Policy at Sciences Po aims to develop leaders committed to public service, equipped to analyze, formulate, and implement policies that promote sustainable and inclusive development worldwide.

To equip our students with a multidimensional and panoramic vision of public affairs, the curriculum is built around a thorough core curriculum in public economics, public policy, law and regulation, management, ethics and digital.

The School also offers a broad range of policy streams in public affairs, taught in French or in English, completed by elective courses that examine current policy debates with insight from academics and practitioners, and opportunities offered by the Policy Lab (case studies, simulations, Civic Tech) to bridge the gap between theory and practice, decision and action.

During the fourth semester, students choose between undertaking an internship, studying at a partner university, writing a master thesis or doing an individual project, depending on their professional project.

For upcoming applicants to the Master's degree: the Policy Stream curricula available on the website correspond to the first and second semesters for first year Master's students in the 2018 - 2019 cohort. The curricula for the third and fourth semesters on the website correspond to the academic program for second year Master's students in the 2017-2019 cohort. The possible differences in the academic requirements and courses offered are the result of modifications in the academic curriculum that took place over the last two years. 

• Digital, New Technology and Public Policy (in English)
• Economics and Public Policy (in English)
• Energy, Environment and Sustainability (in English)
• European Regulation (in English)
• Management and Public Affairs (in English)
• Politics and Public Policy (in English)
• Social Policy and Social Innovation (in English)
• Cultural policy and management (in English or in French)
• Global Health (in French or in English)
• Security and Defense (in French)
• Public Administration (in French)

For all programmes:

• CV/Résumé
• Official academic transcript(s) (signed and/or stamped) for the entirety of your time in higher education (including periods spent abroad on exchange programmes). 
• An official or informal translation in English, if applicable
• Language Test certificate (where applicable)
• Two academic references. Please note that certain programmes require one or two professional references in addition to the academic ones.
• An official proof (signed and stamped) from your university, providing your undergraduate cumulative grade average (and your graduate cumulative grade average if applicable). Please provide one certificate by degree and/or institution attended. 
• Articles or other texts which you have written or published (not mandatory)

Please note that although there is no mathematics admissions prerequisite, candidates for the Master in Public Policy - policy stream Economics and Public Policy are expected to have successfully completed at least introductory courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics at the undergraduate level.

• TOEFL IBT 100
• IELTS 7
• Cambridge English Advanced C1

• students whose tax residence is in the European Economic Area pay fees according to a sliding scale, from € 0 to € 10 370/year for the undergraduate programmes and from € 0 to € 14 270 for the Master's programmes;
• students whose tax residence is not in the European Economic Area will pay fees of € 10 370/year for the undergraduate programmes and € 14 270 for the Master's programmes.

Public Policy at Sciences Po is a comprehensive programme designed to equip students with a thorough understanding of the principles, theories, and practices involved in the formulation and implementation of public policies. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including political science, economics, sociology, and law, providing students with a multidisciplinary perspective essential for tackling complex societal issues. The programme emphasizes analytical skills, policy analysis, and decision-making processes, preparing graduates for careers in government, international organizations, NGOs, and the private sector. Students benefit from a combination of rigorous coursework, hands-on internships, and engagement with policy experts through seminars and workshops. The programme is also characterized by its international outlook, encouraging students to develop a global perspective on public policy challenges. The faculty comprises renowned academics and practitioners who bring practical insights and research expertise. Graduates of the Public Policy programme often pursue roles in policy advisory, research, and advocacy, contributing to the development and evaluation of public policies at local, national, and international levels. The programme's structure includes core courses, electives, a capstone project, and opportunities for study abroad, fostering both academic excellence and practical experience. Sciences Po’s strong network of partnerships with governmental agencies, international organizations, and academic institutions further enriches students' learning and professional development. This programme is ideal for ambitious individuals committed to making a positive impact in society through effective and innovative public policies.