Master's of Public Administration (MPA)
The world needs public policy, science, technology and engineering innovation to address the rapidly evolving, unpredictable challenges we face.
From interpreting economic shifts to better inform policy, to shaping the future of our cities, we are committed to empowering policy makers and leaders with the skills and knowledge to create more inclusive and sustainable societies, public services, and organisations.
Our portfolio of seven MPA courses across three faculties demonstrates our dynamic, interdisciplinary teaching to inspire, impact, and solve the issues of tomorrow with a breadth of teaching that provides a variety of areas to specialise in.
Discover our MPA courses
Climate, Innovation and Sustainability Policy MPA
The Climate, Innovation and Sustainability Policy MPA prepares future decision-makers to tackle complex sustainability challenges, particularly in relation to climate change and associated innovation.
Development, Technology and Innovation Policy MPA
This unique Master's of Public Administration degree is for those interested in a critical understanding of the roles that technologies and innovations can play in local and global development.
Digital Technologies and Policy MPA
This Master's of Public Administration (MPA) in Digital Technologies and Policy offers an applied, interdisciplinary approach to contemporary challenges arising from emerging 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.
Innovation, Public Policy and Public Value MPA
Taught at the UCL Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose, this MPA develops the skills and leadership needed to drive purpose-led organisations across sectors and tackle major global challenges.
Public Management and Leadership MPA
The MPA programme is the UK’s premier applied, problem-based graduate degree in public management, governance and leadership. Taught by the department of Political Science.
Urban Innovation and Policy MPA
This MPA is for professionals who want to lead change in urban policy and explore innovations reshaping cities as economic, environmental, social, and physical systems.
