The programme aims to straddle the disciplines of sociology, economics, political economy, programme evaluation, policy analysis, public management, political science, among others, in order to explore and unpack the theoretical and practical underpinnings of the dynamic, complex and contested politics of public policy making.

The objectives of the programme are:

• To acquire interdisciplinary investigative skills and political economy analytical skills in order to be able to collect and analyse data, present scientifically objective results and propose effective solutions to real world social problems.
• To produce adaptable graduates ready to be effective policy makers, policy researchers and analysts in this fast evolving and transforming globalizing world.