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Master's of Public Administration (MPA)

UCL STEaPP's Master of Public Administration (MPA) degrees provide professionals with tools and skills to work at the interface between science, technology, engineering and public policy and change the world for the better.

Applications are now open for 23/24 intake and are likely to close on 31st May 2023. Please check the UCL Graduate prospectus for further details.

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Science, Engineering and Public Policy MPA

Our MPA degree for those who want to lead change and navigate decision making at the intersection of science, engineering and public policy.

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Development, Technology and Innovation Policy MPA

Equipping professionals in international development with the tools to create innovative sustainable policy for developing countries.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Urban Innovation and Policy MPA

Enabling current and aspiring professionals to lead change in urban development and policy.

What is a STEaPP MPA?

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In this video, Dr Adam Cooper, Associate Professor within the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP), provides a brief overview of our MPA programmes. 

Hear from our alumni

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Find out what it's like to study within the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP) and discover the roles and organisations some of our graduates have progressed into. 

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MPA group and individual project

The MPA Group and Individual projects provide the opportunity to apply your policy analysis and management skills to a live policy challenge identified by a real-world partner. Previous partners include:

  • C40 Cities Group
  • ARUP
  • The Greater London Authority
  • Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre
  • Transport Systems Catapult UK 
  • BSI

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Contact us

If you have any questions about any of our MPA programmes, please email: steapp.admissions@ucl.ac.uk.

For all other queries, contact: steapp.communications@ucl.ac.uk.