Overview

The Public Administration programme at Western University - Canada provides specialised training for mid-career administrators and aspiring professionals in the public sector. This degree is uniquely designed to address the complexities of modern community management and regional governance through a rigorous academic framework. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary approach that combines theoretical policy analysis with practical administrative skills.

Why Public Administration at Western University - Canada?

This programme stands out as the first of its kind in Canada to offer a specific focus on local government. Western University - Canada provides a highly reputable environment where students learn from a strong interdisciplinary faculty. The curriculum is specifically tailored for professionals, offering the flexibility required for those working full-time while pursuing advanced credentials. Collaborative spaces like the Western Active Learning Space further enhance the educational experience by fostering dialogue among a diverse cohort of peers.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 8181 per semester
National fee: CAD 2120 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is project-based and focuses on the challenges of modern urban and regional administration. Modules may include:

Local Administration
Policy Analysis
Urban Studies
Local Government
Public Management
Regional Governance

Careers with Public Administration

Graduates are prepared for senior leadership roles within the local government sector and various levels of public service. The programme is specifically designed to advance the careers of mid-career local government administrators and to provide a pathway for new professionals entering the field of public management. Alumni often secure positions in community governance, urban planning departments, and regional administrative bodies across Canada.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Advanced Local Government

Organizational Behaviour in a Local Government Environment

Theories of Public Administration

The Policy Process in Local Government

Local Government Management/Administration

Municipal Law

Financial Management

Economics and Policy Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 39 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants without relevant employment experience must possess a four year honours degree in the social sciences (with at least a B+ average) and demonstrate that they have taken at least two senior undergraduate courses concerned with local government, public administration and/or urban studies.

Applicants who have at least five years of Canadian local government employment experience are also expected to have an undergraduate or professional degree, but recommendations for special admission can be made in exceptional circumstances on a case-by-case basis.

Biographical information

Contact information

Statement of academic intent

Electronic transcripts from Ontario universities/colleges

Professional background

Referee information

Proficiency in English Scores

Application fee

A sample of written work

List of publications

References

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16362 CAD / year

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Citizens or residents

4240 CAD / year

≈ 4240 CAD / year

Living costs

London

Canada

1037 - 1625 CAD / month

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Funding

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