Course summary
Explore the evolving nature of public administration, focusing on leadership, efficiency, and reform. Benefit from expert teaching, global insights, and practical skills, including an international field trip, to advance your career in public management worldwide. Our Masters in Public Administration (MPA) prepares you with essential skills and global perspectives to lead effectively in public management, shaping your future impact in governmental and international contexts whether you're seeking to start or broaden your career. Why study this course at the University of Birmingham? Explore our Masters in Public Administration, renowned for its versatile learning applications and practical approach. Immerse yourself in public sector management through an enriching international field trip, gaining first-hand experience in diverse governmental settings. Our curriculum prioritises research design tailored for public policy and management, alongside an extended and diverse list of optional modules. Join a cohort composed of students from around the globe to broaden your perspectives and prepare for influential leadership roles in public service worldwide.
- Gain practical insights through an international field trip to diverse governmental settings.
- Customise your learning with optional modules from our recognised School of Government and College of Social Sciences.• Develop expertise in research design tailored for effective public policy and management.
- Join a diverse cohort to broaden your global perspectives and prepare for influential leadership in public service.
Modules
Please view our course page for the latest module listing
Entry requirements
The normal admission requirement for our taught postgraduate programmes is a good first degree or an equivalent professional qualification. Subject to interview and a written statement, candidates without a first degree who have work experience relevant to the study of local policy and politics, may be admitted. International Students can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways: by holding an English language qualification to the right level - IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band or by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For more detailed information on available funding and fees for postgraduate courses please visit: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/fees-funding
Sponsorship information
The International Development Department within the School of Government offers up to four bursaries up to the value of 50% of students' fees (UK).
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT