Program Overview
The Public Affairs at Sciences Po is a Master 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 France 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
- Tuition: EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Paris, France
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
- ["One-week orientation period\ in August to refresh students\' quantitative skills, to introduce major policy issues which will be discussed throughout the year, and to launch their individual projects.", \'Fall Semester\ consisting of:two core courses*, Public Policy and Macro Economics for Public Policy;one common core curriculum course;and two courses to be chosen among the policy streams offer or the electives.\', \'two core courses*, Public Policy and Macro Economics for Public Policy;\', \'one common core curriculum course;\', \'and two courses to be chosen among the policy streams offer or the electives.\', \'Two-week session in January\ to develop practical skills and focus on specific policy issues.\', \'Spring semester consisting of:three\ core courses, Policy Implementation, Public Economics and Leadership & Organizational Change;combined with two elective courses to be chosen among the policy streams offer or the electives;and the policy project.\', \'three\ core courses, Policy Implementation, Public Economics and Leadership & Organizational Change;\', \'combined with two elective courses to be chosen among the policy streams offer or the electives;\', \'and the policy project.\', \'Summer session\ consisting of advanced courses and focusing on developing practical leadership and management skills, while completing the policy project.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The candidates should be committed to promoting public good. They should have at least five years of professional experience in the public, private or non-profit sector, be proficient in English (demonstrated C1 level), and hold at least a Bachelor\'s degree.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 21,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sciences Po 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 Sciences Po
Sciences Po
France
higher-education institution in Paris, France
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
