The Public Services MRes is a pre-doctoral training programme designed to provide a critical, research led approach to the study of aspects of public services around the world, together with training in the key research skills appropriate for Doctoral level study. The MRes also caters more generally for those seeking to develop their ability to apply knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of change in the public services and the analytical tools to plan and manage those services – and is an ideal preparation for a career in positions of significant responsibility and leadership in public services whether provided by government, private or non-profit agencies, as well as for those pursuing advanced studies. Modules are typically assessed by a combination of coursework and final (two-hour) examinations. There is considerable variation across modules; however some are wholly examined by coursework.