Participant Profile

The TPP programme is designed for professionals working at the intersection of science, technology and policy and those wanting to move into this field, for whom a combination of science or engineering knowledge combined with skills in policy analysis is important. Specifically, these are professionals who need to be able to systematically analyse, design and manage policy-making processes, and to design and evaluate policy options and existing policies in areas that have a strong science and technology component.

Employees both from the private as well as the public sector in this area work at

• Government departments or regulators focusing on environmental, sustainability and climate issues, energy, mobility/transport, urban planning, telecommunications, digital, or pharmaceuticals regulation, R&D funding, or export controls on dual-use goods;
• Regulatory, public affairs, and strategy development units in technology, life science or consulting firms;
• International organisations, or sections within them focused on technology, innovation, and regulation;
• And civil society organisations focusing on issues where science and technology are essential.

Admission requirements include a completed Master’s degree (MSc degree or higher), preferably in natural sciences or engineering (including mathematics, architecture, and medical/life sciences) and a strong interest in public policy. Professionals with a university degree in another area should have substantial professional experience in a setting that strongly relates to science and technology issues. Generally, the TPP programme aims at participants with professional work experience of at least three years. For more information, please refer to the Admission Requirements.