Overview

The Public Administration degree delivered by the University of Birmingham 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.

Career opportunities

Prepare for impactful leadership in public administration with the MPA course. Tailored for those with backgrounds in government, public policy, or related fields, it equips you to navigate modern governance complexities.

Whether leading reforms in public institutions, driving policy changes, or advancing in public, voluntary, or consultancy sectors, the diverse curriculum ensures you're prepared for successful leadership in the public service.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Conflict and Development

Conflict and Humanitarianism

Democracy, Dictatorship and Development

Development Cooperation Beyond Aid

Development in Practice

Development Policy and Politics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-03 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Public Administration View 57 other Masters in Public Administration in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet the general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.

2:1 Honours Degree - Work experience or professional qualifications may be taken into account.

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31500 GBP / year

≈ 31500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13500 GBP / year

≈ 13500 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK £6,750 (part-time)

International £15,750 (part-time)

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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