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About

The world of public service has changed, and with it the demand for a whole new set of skills and way of thinking. By introducing you to the latest, pioneering public service practices and strategies, the Masters of Public Administration (Online) at University of Birmingham online will prepare you for today’s public sector challenges, equipping you with the tools to effect positive change.

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Overview

The University of Birmingham’s Online Masters of Public Administration (PGDip, Cert, and micro-credentials also available) has been specifically designed to equip public-sector professionals with the tools necessary to help make a positive difference, manage change, and evaluate impact within local governance and strategic public management. The online format offers an immersive study experience so that a student can apply their learning in real-time. With advanced knowledge, you’ll be able to make positive changes through a local, national, and international lens.

Delivered through the prestigious Institute of Local Government Studies (INLOGOV) – the United Kingdom’s leading academic centre for the study of local public service management, policy and governance – this programme is perfectly positioned to encourage progressive ideas and innovative thinking without having to set foot on campus. 

  • Study exactly what you need - exit with a full masters, PGDip, PGCert or postgraduate micro-credential
  • Study at the UK's leading academic centre for teaching and research on local governance and strategic public management
  • The University of Birmingham is ranked as a world top 100 university (QS 2025)
  • World-class Russell Group university
  • Universitas 21 member - a leading global network of research-intensive universities

Top Careers

  • Policy or Performance Lead
  • Strategic Change Officer
  • Senior Policy Officer
  • Finance Secretary
  • Corporate Officer
  • Town Clerk
  • Regional Security Officer
  • Head of Support Services
  • Services Manager

Programme Structure

The Masters in Public Administration features a career-centred curriculum that empowers students to make a more meaningful impact in their communities. In this flexible programme, you can take breaks when you need them and choose the exit pathway that best suits you:

  • Full masters (180 credits), 30 months
  • Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits), 24 months
  • Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits), 12 months
  • Postgraduate Micro-credentials (10 credits), 8 weeks

Lecturers

The online Masters in Public Administration is led by Dr Philip Whiteman, an academic and former government policy officer with research interests related to public policy and administration. 

For each module you will have a dedicated module convener and seminar tutor, and will be in contact with them regularly as they guide you through the programme content, discussion activities and assignments. 

Key information

Duration

  • Part-time
    • 30 months
    • Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details

Applications close approximately one month before your intended start date. 

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online
  • Semi-structured
  • Regular optional meetings
  • Proactive tutoring and support
  • Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

  • Birmingham, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Upper Second Class

Other requirements

General requirements

  • For entry to the online Masters in Public Administration, you must have obtained (or be predicted to obtain) an upper second-class degree from a UK university OR an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. 
  • If you do not meet standard entry criteria, we may accept applications with a lower degree and significant work experience. Contact us to learn more. 
  • If English is not your first language, you will need to supply an up-to-date English language certificate. Alternative test certificates are also accepted, and exemptions can be made. Please contact us to find out more. 

Offer in Principle:

Email your degree certificate (onlineadmissions@contacts.bham.ac.uk) to us and a member of the online admissions team will provide feedback within 48 hours. Students who meet standard entry criteria are eligible for an ‘Offer in Principle,’ which is valid for 30 days. If you receive one, we can support you in submitting a fast-tracked application.

Technological requirements

All programme content will be delivered through Canvas – the University’s online learning platform. Therefore, students will need:- A reliable laptop or desktop PC- Good internet connection- Headset with microphone for audio and speaking with tutors or peers

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    5850 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 14625 GBP for the full programme during 30 months.
  • National

    5850 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 14625 GBP for the full programme during 30 months.
  • You can pay in full or in instalments of £1,125 per module.

Funding

We are excited to be offering a 10% early bird discount from the first module for the upcoming student intake to those who have accepted an unconditional offer and are registered on the programme by a set date. 

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Masters of Public Administration (Online).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
100000 INR
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
GyanDhan Scholarship
Merit-based

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GyanDhan
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
10 Jul 2025
Chevening Scholarships
Merit-based

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UK Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
30 Jul 2025
GREAT Scholarship - Royal College of Art
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships for International Students
Merit-based

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Get-Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based

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The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
23 May 2025
Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
Need-based

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Japan Gov’t/World Bank
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
16000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
A Brighter Future Through Education
Merit-based

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Boldt-Riney Stiftung
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
15000 USD
Deadline
15 Jun 2025
Eon Essay Contest
Merit-based

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Eon Essay Contest
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Amber Scholarship For September Intake
Merit-based Need-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar 2025 Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Rapid Formations
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 May 2025
Cambridge University MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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Boustany Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
23 Apr 2026
GREAT Scholarships at University of Derby
Merit-based Need-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jul 2025
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
01 May 2025
Wear & I Fashion Pioneer Scholarship
Merit-based

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WEAR & I
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 Sep 2025
Marshall Scholarship
Merit-based

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The Government of the United Kingdom
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries
Merit-based Need-based

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DFID/UK Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Chevening Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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The Association of Commonwealth Universities
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2025
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Simmons and Fletcher
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
33600 EUR
Deadline
01 Jul 2025
Mundus MAPP EMJM Scholarship
Merit-based

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Mundus MAPP
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Moving Mates Scholarship
Need-based

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Moving Mates
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
15 Sep 2025
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship
Merit-based

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Headway
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

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1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 EUR
Deadline
15 May 2025
Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

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Edulegit
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
02 Jul 2025
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based

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Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
31 Jul 2025
The MyUS Community Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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MyUS
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based

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Verified Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
Florida Rentals Annual Dream Vacation Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Florida Rentals
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
$1,500 Annual Essay Writing Contest Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IvyPanda
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2025
PlagiarismSearch 2025 Essay Contest
Merit-based

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PlagiarismSearch
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
CryptoRunner Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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CryptoRunner
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
Biotin Xtreme Hair Care Annual Scholarship: Empowering The Future Of Hair Care
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Biotin Xtreme Hair Care
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Independent provider
Grant
55 GBP
Deadline
19 Jun 2025
IELTS Morgan Terry Memorial IATEFL Scholarship
Merit-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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European Commission
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
NextLevel Student Scholarship
Merit-based

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NextLevel Student Scholarship
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