Public Policy and Human Development

The Master of Science (MSc) in Public Policy and Human Development emphasises the connection between public policy and decision-making processes, or more specifically, the effectiveness and efficiency of governance. Students are equipped with a variety of skills, tools and knowledge which enable them to work as policy designers and policy analysts. They are capable of working within public and private institutions at local, national and international levels. Public policy issues are growing in complexity and there's an increasing interconnectedness between local, national and international levels of decision making and implementation. This can be seen in current public policy concerns such as: * the impact of immigration policies * healthcare access for children in developing countries * mitigation of the effects of global warming * the conflict of China's economic growth and its sustainable development * the watchdog role of the media Due to the increasing complexity of the issues, there is a growing need for specialists in policy analysis who have a combination of technical skills as well as theoretical and specific area knowledge.

Instruction modes

case study, literature study, oral presentation, computer exercise, research, research project, tutorial, lecture, working group, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, self study, project, seminar

Accreditation: NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Admission requirements

* basic knowledge of statistics and a solid understanding of pre-calculus algebra * basic knowledge of economics, social sciences, political science

Other requirements

1. minimum kennis (ISPAC: overige vereisten) * basic knowledge of statistics and a solid understanding of pre-calculus algebra * basic knowledge of economics, social sciences, political science
2. taaltoets cijfer IELTS or TOEFL
3. taaltoets cijfer proficiency in English, with a minimum level of 600 pbt, 240 cbt or 100 ibt for the TOEFL test or 7.0 for the IELTS test
4. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) bachelor's or master's degree from a relevant academic field such as economics, international relations, political science, law, social sciences, business administration, health sciences or public health
5. vooropleiding (ISPAC: vereiste vooropleiding) - a bachelor's or master's degree from a relevant academic field such as economics, international relations, political science, law, social sciences, business administration, health sciences or public health
6. schriftelijk verzoek a motivation letter which explains why you choose this programme and which convinces the Board of Admissions that you will complete the programme successfully
7. schriftelijk verzoek motivation letter, essay, recommendation letters, CV, diplomas, transcripts, English proficiency test, passport, official picture