UCL Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP)
Public Policy OfficesEngland, United Kingdom51-200 Employees
The UCL Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP) conducts research and teaching to understand how scientific and engineering expertise interacts with public policy. Its work covers contexts from urban settings to global scales and spans multiple disciplines and sectors. The department offers graduate programs, headed by a flagship Master of Public Administration that allows specialization in five policy areas: Science, Engineering and Public Policy; Urban Innovation and Policy; Development, Technology and Innovation Policy; Energy, Technology and Climate Policy; and Digital Technologies and Policy; doctoral study is available through both a PhD track and a Doctor of Public Administration. Located in London, England, STEaPP serves students and professionals who seek to blend technical expertise with policymaking. As part of University College London, the department operates within the public policy field to improve how science and engineering inform policy decisions.