Program Overview
The Public Policy at College of William & Mary is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 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 Policy 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Williamsburg, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Policy 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
- Mathematics for Public Policy
- Quantitative Methods I
- Microeconomics for Public Policy
- Quantitative Methods II
- Policy Research Seminar
- Public Management and Organizational Behavior
- Policy in Practice
- Ethics and Public Policy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must complete the Public Policy Supplemental Form indicating which track, Public Policy Analysis or International Development, they intend to pursue.
- Transcript(s) should give evidence of quantitative ability.
- Be sure to complete the Personal Statement that is part of the main application.
- Three letters of recommendation are required; two of which should be academic references. For online applications, the individuals who have agreed to write letters of recommendation on your behalf will be prompted to submit their recommendation online. Your recommenders will not be contacted until your application has been submitted and your fee payment has been authorized.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact College of William & Mary 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 College of William and Mary
College of William and Mary
Williamsburg, United States
College of William and Mary is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months