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PostgraduateMSc

Master of Public Administration

University of Southampton
Southampton, England
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1 yearDuration
£28,700Per Year (Intl)
£10,700Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Southampton, the MSc Master of Public Administration provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Southampton, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Dive into the intricacies of governance, policy-making, and administration with our one-year Public Administration course. Designed to provide a comprehensive understanding, this programme takes you through the fabric of public policy design, encompassing local to global perspectives, and revealing the profound societal impacts of policy decisions. Whether you’re deciphering the methods behind modern policy-making or analysing the essence of public and non-profit organisations, you'll gain a holistic perspective on public administration’s evolving landscape. International tuition fees are £28,700 per year, home/UK fees are £10,700 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Public Policy Analysis and Design
Governance and Public Institutions
Research Methods in Public Administration
Public Sector Management and Organisation
Policy Implementation and Evaluation
Comparative Government Systems
Public Finance and Budgeting
Advanced Research Project in Public Administration
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.566.56.56
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£28,700

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£28,700

Home Student Fee

£10,700

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

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Southampton

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