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PostgraduateMaster of Philosophy

Public Administration and Policy

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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2 yearsDuration
£5,181Per Year (Intl)
£2,591Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MPhil Public Administration and Policy at University of Birmingham is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about driving organisational success. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. Curious about how public administration, policy, and governance impact societies and communities? Become part of our dynamic research community in the Department of Public Administration and Policy. Our PhD in Public Administration and Policy offers you the chance to conduct pioneering research, develop essential skills, and thrive in a supportive academic community. With personalised support from leading academics, you will develop the expertise necessary to undertake excellent and impactful research in the fields of public administration, policy and governance. International tuition fees are £5,181 per year, home/UK fees are £2,591 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Public Administration
Policy Analysis and Evaluation
Governance and Institutional Design
Public Sector Management and Leadership
Qualitative Research Design and Methods
Comparative Public Administration
Advanced Policy Implementation Studies
Research Dissertation in Public Administration
Academic Year:2025-26 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic67

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£5,181

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£10,362

Home Student Fee

£2,591

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Public Administration and Policy as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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