Overview

Public Policy and Management from The University of the West Indies is structured so that during the first-year students are exposed to foundational and introductory courses. In the second year, they will be provided with more in-depth tools for deeper critical analysis. In the final year, students will be exposed to a blend of theoretical tools and practical courses.

Careers

government

law

diplomacy

business

international organisations

nonprofit associations and organisations

campaign management and polling

journalism

electoral politics

research

university and college teaching

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Government Accounting

Public Policy Analysis

Caribbean Political Philosophy

Principles of Public International Law

eGovernance for Developing States

Caribbean Governance

Organisational Behaviour

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications are accepted from November to February. However, expressions of interest are accepted ALL year.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgetown, Barbados

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Policy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum of five (5) CSEC (CXC) General Proficiency (Grades I-III) or GCE subjects

Compulsory - English Language, Mathematics

Passes in at least two 2-unit CAPE subjects/two GCE Advanced level subjects or the equivalent.

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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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Applies to you

Non-residents

18650 USD / year

≈ 18650 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3150 USD / year

≈ 3150 USD / year

Additional Details

Contributing Countries: BBD$6,300/ Non-contributing Countries: BBD$36,000 fixed

Living costs

Bridgetown

Barbados

1960 - 2590 BBD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Bridgetown

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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