Oxford MSc. Comparative Social Policy vs. Heinz College MSPPM

[Subcontinental]

Hello,

I have been admitted to the MSc. in CSP at Oxford and the MSPPM programme at Heinz College, CMU and am really confused on which on to pick.

Both the courses seem quite impressive. My long term goal is to be working with supra-national organisations in policy related issues.

Would really help if someone could provide some insight on the following:

1. Comparing the 2 programmes (course content)

2. Oxfordshire vs. Pittsburgh- livability, etc.

3. 1 year vs. 2 years (does is mean a 2 year programme is more rigorous?)

4. Future prospects- placements/research prospects

I also have an offer from LSE in MSc. Social Policy and Development (how would this fare against Oxford CSP and Heinz MSPPM?)

Would REALLY help if you guys could provide some insight. :-)

Thanks a bunch!

[lsh37421]

I was also accepted to Oxford's MSc in CSP and LSE's MSc in Social Policy and Planning. I don't know much about Heinz, but I am deciding between those 2 schools and UPenn's Social Policy Program. For me it will come down to funding (of course), strength on national and international reputation, job placement, and curriculum. By far, in terms of international social policy reputation - Oxford and LSE are strongest. LSE's program has a long history and strong curriculum. Of course, Oxford is...Oxford and has instant name recognition much like a Harvard Kennedy School.

At the end of the day, for me its about being prepared with the strongest skill set and leaving the program with a strong footing to be able to secure the job I want. So in the end, if Oxford comes through with funding, I will go there.

[Subcontinental]

Thanks a lot lsh37421. I guess that is a fairly important consideration. In your opinion, is it easier to obtain scholarships for Oxford and LSE?

Thanks a lot for your insight!