Bachelor of Public Policy
Course Overview
The Bachelor of Public Policy is a degree-level qualification live online lectures through LOU's virtual learning environment, giving students worldwide access to strategic thinking, research methodology, and industry-informed practice at London academic standards. Running across 36 months full (top-up routes available for holders of a UK Higher Diploma), this programme is designed for motivated learners who need digital library access without compromising on the quality or depth of their studies. Every component of the Bachelor of Public Policy is virtual learning community, from live sessions with expert tutors to recorded materials and a comprehensive online career support.
By completing the Bachelor of Public Policy, you will have the knowledge, skills, and professional grounding to critically evaluate public policy confidently, research and analyse industry frameworks at a degree-level standard, and apply your learning directly to real-world contexts across law, politics, economics & international relations. Graduates progress equipped with a solid understanding of strategic thinking, research methodology, and industry-informed practice and a recognised online qualification from London Online University.
Key Features
- Live online lectures through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining virtual learning community and online career support
- Aligned with Law Society of England and Wales professional standards and curriculum frameworks
- Course content informed by Bar Council of England and Wales guidelines and industry expectations
- Comprehensive delivered entirely online including academic resources, practitioner publications, and case study libraries
- Digital library access with qualified tutors and fellow learners across the globe
- Direct progression pathway into the LOU Master's in Public Policy
- Industry references drawn from Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and other internationally recognised professional bodies
What You Will Learn
- Critically evaluate the core principles and theoretical foundations of public policy
- Research and analyse practical approaches to key challenges in public policy
- Synthesise evidence on the regulatory, ethical, and professional frameworks relevant to law, politics, economics & international relations
- Strategically plan data, research, and industry information to inform decisions in public policy
- Apply quantitative methods to communication, stakeholder engagement, and professional presentation skills
- Develop evidence-based insights into contemporary trends, emerging technologies, and global developments in public policy
- Write academically about a degree-level portfolio of skills and knowledge valued by employers in law, politics, economics & international relations
Who This Course Is For
- Learners who wish to complete a full UK degree in public policy via an entirely online route
- Learners based internationally who require live online lectures at London academic standards
- Career changers aiming to enter or pivot within the law, politics, economics & international relations sector
- Employees in law, politics, economics & international relations organisations who need delivered entirely online alongside full-time work
- Professionals who benefit from digital library access to balance study commitments with existing responsibilities
Career Pathways
- Economist
- Human Rights Lawyer
- Diplomat
- International Development Officer
- Policy Analyst
- Political Consultant
- Legal Advisor
LOU's dedicated online career support service provides virtual CV coaching, LinkedIn profile guidance, and online interview preparation to help Bachelor of Public Policy graduates secure rewarding roles in law, politics, economics & international relations organisations across the UK and internationally.
Entry Requirements
- A-Levels (BBC or above) or IB (26+ points) or equivalent overseas qualifications
- A completed UK Higher Diploma or Advanced Diploma for top-up routes
- IELTS 6.0 overall (no band under 5.5) or equivalent English proficiency
- Personal statement outlining online learning goals and career objectives
- Two academic or professional references
Why Study at LOU
Every LOU student benefits from dedicated online career support including virtual CV workshops, LinkedIn profile coaching, online interview preparation and structured introductions to employers across the UK and internationally. Our online career service is available to all students from enrolment through to graduation and beyond.
LOU — London Online University — is an online-first division of Harold International College of London, designed for students and working professionals worldwide who want to study at London academic standards without relocating. Every programme is delivered entirely through LOU's virtual learning environment, combining live online lectures, recorded sessions available on demand, and digital library access.
Apply for Bachelor of Public Policy
Apply for your LOU online Bachelor degree and study from anywhere in the world and take the next step in your public policy career with the Bachelor of Public Policy from London Online University. This qualification is live online lectures, meaning you can advance your expertise and build a recognised London academic credential from wherever you are in the world. Enrol Now
