Durham University · Pathways
Policy is design, money and delivery. Durham University runs MPA, policy-analysis and governance master's for people already inside government, agencies, regulators and NGOs — with methods training in impact evaluation, public budgeting and implementation, not just theory.
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MScPioneer algorithmic finance, quantitative modeling, and next-generation payments
MAResolve geopolitical conflict, mediate peace, and steer multilateral diplomacy
MScAnalyze Earth systems, protect groundwater, and pioneer carbon sequestration
MAPreserve global heritage through 3D curation, conservation ethics, and digital media
MScBuild the systems that power the modern world
MScTurn data into decisions that matter
MScLead with data. Decide with confidence.
PhDOriginal research at the frontier of management science
MScWhere clinical care meets digital innovation
MAUnderstand power, diplomacy, and global governance
MScDefend organisations in an age of persistent threats
MScDeliver complex projects on time, on budget, on scope
MALead schools and learning organisations with evidence and empathy
PhDPush the boundaries of computing research
MScMaster markets, valuation, and portfolio strategy
MScImprove population health with evidence and policy
MAApply psychological science in workplaces and communities
MScOptimise global flows from supplier to customer
MANavigate contracts, arbitration, and cross-border regulation
MScEngineer the transition to clean power
MACraft fiction, memoir, and narrative non-fiction at degree level
MScLead hotels, resorts, and experience brands worldwide
PhDOriginal research shaping teaching, policy, and learning science
MScBuild trustworthy intelligent systems from research to production
MScFinance, digital platforms and regulation for the next generation of banking
MScLead firms, markets and teams across borders
MScBuild brands and growth systems that compound
MScPeople strategy that builds high-performing, fair organisations
MScLead people and transformations without pausing your career
MScEconomic reasoning and causal evidence for policy and markets
MScLead safe, evidence-based care systems with confidence
MScAdvanced practice for justice, safety and community wellbeing
MScLead enterprise technology where business and systems meet
MScLead credible climate and ESG transformation
MScValue, invest and manage property assets with institutional discipline
MScManage clubs, events and commercial sport with professional rigour
PhDScholar-practitioner doctorate for educational transformation
PhDOriginal research at the frontier of learning, causality and scale
PhDGenerate knowledge that improves population health worldwide
MADirectors' duties, boards and modern compliance for legal professionals
MScNet-zero energy systems, smart grids, and clean power engineering.
MAElite commercial law, WTO trade rules, and international arbitration.
MScExecutive corporate risk, geopolitical intelligence, and organizational resilience.
MScStochastic calculus, derivative pricing, and algorithmic execution.
MAPreserving global cultural heritage, museum curation, and site governance.
Clarity
MBA, Masters, PhD, DBA and online postgraduate certificates carry zero tuition fees — no annual tuition invoice.
You may pay application, examination and optional certificate fees. Amounts are shown before you commit.
Eligible online students can request exam sponsorship — approximately 95% of those who apply receive support.
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Why ALU
Many students do, and cases draw on real administrative settings — but the programmes also admit analysts and researchers moving into policy work. Check each programme page for specifics.
Yes. Online MBA, Masters, PhD, DBA and certificate tuition is £0. Students pay only applicable exam and administrative fees. Exam sponsorship supports most eligible applicants.
Yes. AFU is Ofqual-recognised, ASIC-accredited and holds DEAC accreditation.
