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Public Policy and Global Affairs Programme

From Policy to Practice: Building a Better Future

 

Since its inception in 2013, NTU’s Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) Programme has been equipping students with the interdisciplinary expertise and practical skills needed to analyze and address complex global challenges. Designed to bridge theory and practice, the programme prepares students to navigate the dynamic landscapes of politics, international relations, public administration, and policymaking.

With a diverse and comprehensive curriculum, PPGA cultivates critical thinkers and thought leaders capable of designing impactful policies and sustainable solutions for pressing societal issues. Graduates are well-prepared for careers across the public, private, and non-profit sectors - both regionally and globally.

Curriculum Information

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Public Policy and Global Affairs
Public Policy and Global Affairs with Second Major in Media and Journalism Studies
Second Major in Public Policy and Global Affairs
Minor in Public Policy and Global Affairs

Research

Excellence in Research

 
Research at Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) is driven by three interconnected focal areas: Global Asia and Asian Regionalism, China Studies, and Public Policy in Science and Technology. These themes guide our commitment to producing impactful, interdisciplinary research that informs policymaking and addresses contemporary global challenges.

PPGA has launched major research projects in key areas, including:

  • Regional Governance and Asian Regionalism
  • Policy Innovation in Asia
  • Public Administration and Public Consultation in Asia
  • The Rise of China and Its Global and Regional Impact

In addition, PPGA is developing a strong research focus on public and international policy considerations in science and technology. Key topics include:

  • Global Climate Change
  • Energy Security and Sustainability
  • Biotechnology and Stem-Cell Research
  • The Global Internet and Cybersecurity
  • Nuclear Power Development

Our faculty members come from diverse backgrounds and hold strong professional credentials, with their research published in top-tier journals. Their work makes significant contributions to political institutions and behaviour, public policy and administration, and the ethics and values of governance, further strengthening PPGA’s role in shaping informed, forward-thinking policies for the world.