The Summer Project is an important part of the MPP course. It takes the form of a 6-8 week work placement with an organisation engaged in some aspect of policy work, such as a government department, a policy unit of a private sector organisation, a not-for profit organisation or an academic research entity.

Students are tasked with producing a final report based on their experiences addressing a real-world policy question. The assessment of the report forms a part of the overall MPP grade.

In 2013, MPP students undertook their Summer Projects in 17 countries across 5 continents. Host organisations included governments, international organisations, foundations, NGOs and private sector organisations. Topics covered ranged from internet transparency to delivery of mental healthcare services to metropolitan economic development. Watch three of our students talk about their summer project placement experiences.