Overview

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) at Ulster University is the ideal programme for anyone working in a managerial or governance role in the public, voluntary or community sectors, who is keen to reach the next step in their career.

Designed to improve quality across the public services, this innovative course will enhance your leadership skills and effectiveness, ensuring you stand out in a competitive labour market.

Internationally-recognised, high quality research shapes our teaching. Throughout the programme, you will benefit from the extensive expertise of the academic team, as well as significant input from leading practitioners from across the civil service and public services.

Careers

Our graduates are already employed but this qualification should enhance the prospects of further progression.

Successful completion of the course also:

Further supports to the professional development of future leaders and policy makers within Northern Ireland.
Provides an opportunity for students to explore the practical and academic approaches to the key challenges of collaborative policy development and implementation.
Enhances the cadre of academically accomplished and practically experienced public servants across the NI public sector.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Administration and Governance
Strategic Leadership
Policy Analysis
Applied Government
Policy Co-Design & Policy Evaluation
Comparative Public Administration
Research Methods & Skills

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-08 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies Public Administration View 911 other Masters in Management Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally a UK second class honours degree, or better, in any discipline or the equivalent of this for international students.
Additionally, applicants should normally have gained at least 3 years’ relevant work experience in a supervisory or managerial position.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22060 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

15190 GBP / year

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Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 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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