Overview

Throughout the two-year Public Administration and Global Affairs programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science students will develop key policy skills through an immersion in public and international affairs and will benefit from access to the expert faculty, careers support, internship resources and alumni networks of both prestigious institutions.

The double degree draws on the unique academic strengths of each institution. The first year of study at LSE’s School of Public Policy will equip students with key skills in political science, economics, quantitative analysis and an understanding of the philosophical principles underlying good public policy. The second-year at University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, adds an international affairs dimension with in-depth study of the global system and its stakeholders, innovation policy, global justice, development, markets, and security.

The array of courses and perspectives, as well as the immersion in problems with international and global reach, powerfully combines the expertise of these two institutions and prepares graduates to engage with complex policy issues in national and global policy making.

Key features:

Study at two prestigious institutions in two cities – Year one at the School of Public Policy at the London School of Economics and Political Science and Year two at Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto.

Gain key skills in political science, economics, quantitative analysis, international affairs, innovation policy, global justice, development, markets, and security.

Benefit from a dedicated ‘professional skills programme’ designed to help you to engage and lead in the rapidly changing policy environment that shape our societies and give you a head start over other graduates in seeking post-study employment in the private, public or international sectors.

A funded internship scheme between the first and second year (under the governance of the University of Toronto).

Completion of a Capstone Project during the second year, where you will work with an employer organisation on a real-life policy challenge.

Ability to apply for a Canadian work visa valid for up to two years after your graduation date.

Careers

A particularly attractive feature of this double degree is the outstanding opportunity for developing professional skills and experience to give you a head start over other graduates in seeking post-study employment in a relevant sector.

Many leading organisations give careers presentations at the School during the year. LSE Careers has a wide range of resources available to assist students in their job search.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Micro and Macro Economics for Public Policy

Political Science and Public Policy

Quantitative Methods for Public Policy

Philosophy for Public Policy

International Political Economy and Development

Comparative Political Economy and Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada
London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations Public Administration Public Policy View 24 other Masters in International Relations in Canada

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Other requirements

General requirements

A BA degree or equivalent in any discipline with the following classifications:
A minimum Upper Second Class (2:1) in the UK system or international equivalent grade, in any subject discipline.

Competition for places is high. This means that even if you meet the minimum entry requirement, this does not guarantee you an offer of admission.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32400 GBP / year

≈ 32400 GBP / year
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32400 GBP / year

≈ 32400 GBP / year

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Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

The School recognizes that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.Find out more about financial support.

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