Urban Innovation and Policy MPA
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
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University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
Urban Innovation and Policy MPA
Postgraduate · Social
About this programme
This MPA is designed for professionals aiming to lead urban policy change and understand the innovations reshaping cities as economic, environmental, social and physical systems. You’ll gain practical experience focusing on real-world policy challenges whilst working alongside an external partner organisation, preparing you to graduate with the skills and confidence needed for
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £39,200 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Students are encouraged (but are not required) to have work experience prior to enrolling on this programme.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds