Policy is at the centre of all political, social and organisational practice and requries professionals who have sharp analytical skills and a wide breadth of relevant knowledge. This state-of-the-art course, at the forefront of today's turbulent developments, is designed to train future generations of expert policy practioners who can lead strategy and change. With political shocks and turbulent leaderships shaking global foundations, systems and diplomatic relationships between leading countries, there is a demand for public policy expertise to work on the front line, resolving issues that affect societies and individuals. Studying in London's fastest developing area, East London, and the possibility of spending a year in the rising global superpower, China, and obtain two degrees, our brand new MSc ICPP course, offering an analysis and profound understanding of the ever-changing dynamic of international relations, policy-making processes and comparative politics, will bring you to the forefront of expertise in global and regional politics. This programme offers analysis of international relations, policy-making processes and comparative politics, of crucial relevance to understanding and addressing the public policy challenges. We draw from the public, private and third sector and from a range of disciplines including political science, social policy, economics and labour studies. World-class academics and expert practitioners from international and non-governmental sectors teach on the course. Their experience is of great relevance in terms of your future employment and professional development. By learning about the policy process, policy actors, policy implementation and evaluation at local, national, regional and international levels, you will develop analytical and professional skills to address the complex public policy challenges.