This program examines how societies respond to global challenges such as social, demographic, and economic change, focusing specifically on the impact of education policy, reform, and financing on social justice and development in different countries. Students learn to identify key social challenges, analyze the policy responses, and understand educational inequalities. The curriculum includes core public policy courses with options to specialize in themes such as educational inequality, the aims of education systems, the impact of social characteristics on educational outcomes, and comparative educational policymaking. This stream is ideal for those interested in improving social outcomes and building inclusive education systems, culminating in a dissertation related to education.