Study one of our five MPA programmes at UCL's Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP), where you'll redefine how society approaches complex challenges and drive innovation at the intersection of science, technology, and governance.
Our programmes are led by world-renowned experts and shaped through collaboration with external decision-makers to ensure we’re asking the right questions and addressing real needs. With five MPA pathways at STEaPP, you can specialise in the areas that inspire you most. Across all routes, you’ll explore how evidence informs decisions, how policies are designed, and how real impact is delivered.
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Register your interest in our MSc programme to request a printed prospectus or receive notice of our open days, events and more.
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For applicants who require a visa deadlines close on 26th June 2026 and for applicants who do not require a visa deadlines close on 28th August 2026.
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Climate, Innovation and Sustainability Policy MPA
Preparing future decision-makers to tackle complex sustainability challenges, particularly in relation to climate change and associated innovation.
Development, Technology and Innovation Policy MPA
Equipping professionals in international development with the tools to create innovative sustainable policy for developing countries.
Digital Technologies and Policy MPA
Preparing future decision makers and technologists to meet the challenges and opportunities presented by today’s fast-evolving digital technologies.
Health, Technology and Public Policy MPA
The Health, Technology and Public Policy MPA brings together critical concepts that enable you to understand the impact of health technologies and health innovations.
Urban Innovation and Policy MPA
Enabling current and aspiring professionals to lead change in urban development and policy.
Why study with us?
Global Impact
Develop the skills to address real-world challenges where science, technology and policy intersect. Learn to translate evidence into action and create meaningful change in society.
Hands-on learning
Apply your knowledge to live policy issues through group and individual projects with partners across government, industry and research.
World-class expertise
Study within UCL’s Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP) part of a university ranked 9th in the world (QS 2026) and named University of the Year 2024.
Career connections
Build valuable networks with policy professionals, industry leaders and alumni working at the forefront of innovation and governance worldwide.
The MPA changed my life positively in so many ways. The connections I made there are invaluable and helped develop my international network. Since I became an alumna, I've published scientific articles, including one with Dr Mauduit, and developed my communications skills by delivering a TEDx talk and a statement at the United Nations on the science-policy interfaces, all with the knowledge I learned at STEaPP. The school truly opened so many doors and gave me the confidence to achieve my goals.
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