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UCL Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP) mobilises science, technology, engineering and policy expertise to help change the world for the better.
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Our programmes provide future leaders with the skills and experience to navigate a rapidly changing world.

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About

Learn more about the Department of Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP).

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Research

We collaborate on research that tackles the opportunities and challenges facing our societies today.

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Collaborate

We bring together policymakers, industry and academia to design innovative solutions to society’s biggest challenges.

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People

A community of interdisciplinary researchers, students and professional services staff.

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Our Alumni

Hear from some of our alumni about their experiences at UCL, and what they been doing since graduating. 

 

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Contact

If you have any questions, please contact us using the email addresses below:

Undergraduate: steapp.undergraduate@ucl.ac.uk

MPA: steapp.admissions@ucl.ac.uk

Doctoral: steapp.postgraduateresearch@ucl.ac.uk

Professional Education: steapp.professionaleducation@ucl.ac.uk

For all other queries please email steapp.communications@ucl.ac.uk or refer to our People page for individual contact details.

Policy Impact Unit

The Policy Impact Unit (PIU) in the department provides professional policy engagement expertise and skills to help increase the use of research-based evidence by policymakers.

The International Public Policy Observatory (IPPO)

The department is also home to the International Public Policy Observatory (IPPO), a £2 million ESRC funded centre that brings together research and policy to mitigate the social harms of COVID-19 and accelerate the UK’s recovery.

PETRAS

Established in 2016 and concluded in June 2024, the PETRAS National Centre of Excellence ensured safe and secure development of the Internet of Things (IoT). Discover their legacy here. 

STEaPP in the news 

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See what the STEaPP community are commenting on in specialist, national and international media.