Program Overview
The Public Affairs at Brown University is a MPA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Affairs programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Providence, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Affairs programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Economics of Public Policy
- Statistics for Public Policy
- Foundations of Public Policy
- Communications for Public Policy
- Management and Implementation
- Program Evaluation and Analysis
- Social Justice and Advocacy
- Systems Dynamics
- Financial Management and Budgeting
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Materials
Students interested in applying to the Master of Public Affairs program must complete our online application and submit the following:
- Transcripts from all post-secondary education
- 3 letters of recommendation (at least one academic)
- Updated resume
- GRE scores
- Application essay: a personal narrative on your passion for making a difference and how you envision that fits with Brown\'s MPA program
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 65,289 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Brown University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Brown University
Brown University
Providence, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months