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University of Southampton: Master of Public Administration
Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
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Department | Politics and International Relations |
Web | www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Dive into the intricacies of governance, policy-making, and administration with our one-year Master of Public Administration (MPA) 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.
Graduating from this course positions you perfectly for roles within the civil service, local government, or as a manager in the broader public, charity, or private sectors. Whether your aspirations lie in deepening your academic pursuits with a PhD or stepping into a pivotal role in policy analysis, this MPA from the University of Southampton is your stepping stone to influence and innovation.
AdmissionsPGT.SS@soton.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 023 8059 4393 |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | You'll need a 2.1 bachelor's degree in any Social Science subject (Politics, Public Admin, Economics, Sociology, Social Policy etc) or Business, Management. |
Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
Summary
"Understanding the role of public administration in implementing government policy can benefit individuals and society, on a local to global scale. This programme will allow you to gain the skills to analyse governance, policy-making and administration across different areas of government.
On this programme, you'll explore public policy design, and learn how organisations deal with major policy problems, and the societal effects of policy changes, covering local, national and global perspectives.
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PGTapply.FSHMS@southampton.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 023 8059 2511 |
Level | RQF Level 7 |
Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University, in any Social Science subject (Politiics, Public Admin, Economics, Sociology, Social Policy etc). Please see course page online for full entry requirements. |
Location | Main Site - Highfield Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BJ |
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