一、Personal statement:
A maximum of 800 words
You should explain why you want to do the MPP, how your experience to date prepares you for the course, and how the MPP would enhance your future plans. Please also outline your specific policy interests and the skills and experience you would bring to the classroom. If possible, please ensure that the word count is clearly displayed on the document. You may also use your personal statement to explain any special circumstances relating to any element of your application that you wish to bring to the attention of the assessors. If you would like to be considered for the Public Policy 1+1 programme you should state this clearly in your personal statement (in addition to making a separate application for both courses). You will need to upload a separate personal statement specific to each application when you apply. Details on what should be included in each personal statement can be found in the How to apply section of each course page. The personal statement should be written in English and will be used to assess:
- your commitment to public service
- evidence of proven or potential leadership and impact
- general suitability for the MPP programme.
二、Written work:
Two essays, one of a maximum of 1,500 words and one of a maximum of 400 words
You must not submit work which was produced in conjunction with others. You should also appropriately reference your work, using the university’s guidance on referencing. The word count must be adhered to and listed at the end of the body of written work. The total word count should exclude any footnotes, annotations or bibliography used. If possible, please ensure that the word count is clearly displayed on the document.
1. Policy brief or policy analysis essay (maximum 1,500 words)
You are required to submit a policy brief or policy analysis essay on a pressing policy issue. This must be entirely your own work and written in English. If possible, please ensure that the word count is clearly displayed on the document. Submitted work should have a clearly defined topic of investigation and should not attempt to sustain broad and sweeping generalisations. You may also wish to consider how policy within your chosen area is made, implemented, and evaluated, as well as how innovative solutions may be formulated using these insights. Choosing a suitable topic and style of written work forms part of this assessment and is therefore left to your discretion. You are encouraged to choose the format that you find best presents your analytical ability. Similarly, as there is no set topic range, you are encouraged to choose a topic that you are passionate about but where you also have sufficient knowledge to present a succinct and coherent argument. For the MPP, this written piece will be assessed for your ability to:
- write clearly and concisely
- construct an argument
- gather and present evidence
- exercise critical thought
- draw policy-focused conclusions.
The written work you submit should therefore demonstrate your academic and analytical ability and your suitability for the programme. If you are applying as part of the Public Policy 1+1 programme, please note that the documents required to apply for each of these two programmes are different. Please make sure you refer to the ‘How to apply’ instructions on both course pages for further information on the application requirements.
2. Public service (maximum 400 words)
You are also required to submit a short essay relating to public service. The Blavatnik School cares greatly about nurturing people who want to commit fully to public service. Your second piece of written work should therefore give us an example of a situation where you have demonstrated this and how you plan to further your commitment in the future. This written piece will be assessed for evidence of your commitment to public service and your ability to articulate the contribution your work has made and the impact it has had.

公共政策硕士

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