Program Overview
The Public Policy and Administration at Northwestern University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 Policy and Administration 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Policy and Administration 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
- Leadership
- Research Methods
- Public Finance and Budgeting
- Fundamentals of Public Administration
- Microeconomics
- Statistics for Research
- Analytic Methods
- Public Policy
- Organization Theory Analysis
- Writing and Communication
- Capstone Project
- Thesis Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution or its foreign equivalent. A competitive undergraduate record that indicates strong academic ability is required, though applicants need not have extensive academic experience in public policy. Work experience in the public sector is desirable but not necessary. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is not required, but strong scores bolster chances for admission. GRE scores and/or new, relevant course work at the undergraduate level are recommended for applicants whose previous academic performance was below a B average.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 43,121 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northwestern 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 Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-07-18
- Start Date 2017-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 24 months