Public & Social Impact

Public Policy Analyst

Explore how policy analysts examine public problems, evidence and possible responses.

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What does this career involve?

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Work you might explore

  • Defining a public issue and the groups it affects
  • Reviewing laws, research, data and lived experience
  • Comparing policy choices and possible trade-offs
  • Writing clear briefings for decision-makers and communities

What skills can help?

  • Policy research
  • Critical thinking
  • Evidence synthesis
  • Clear writing

Courses to explore

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Projects students can try

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PROJECT 01

Write a short policy brief on a local issue

PROJECT 02

Compare how two places approach the same challenge

PROJECT 03

Map stakeholders and unanswered questions

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