Program Overview
The Public Administration - International Development (MPA at University of York is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Public Administration - International Development (MPA programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Administration - International Development (MPA programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Social and Political Issues in Development (20 credits)
- Governance and Public Administration (20 credits)
- Policy Analysis and Process (20 credits)
- Reflective Practice for Professional Development - part one (10 credits)
- Digital Government: Policy and Practice (10 credits)
- Leading and Managing Organisational Change (20 credits)
- Globalisation and Social Policy (20 credits)
- Project Management (20 credits)
- Public Service Reform: Economic and Political Perspectives (20 credits)
- Reflective Practice for Professional Development - part two (10 credits)
- Dissertation workshop (10 credits)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A good second class (undergraduate) degree or equivalent qualification. Applicants without undergraduate-level academic experience may also be considered if they have sufficient professional background.
Professional experience in the public service field. This includes roles in government at national or local level, non-governmental and inter-governmental organisations, the voluntary and charitable sector, and private sector roles that support or deliver public services.
Sufficient study time: 15 hours per week including the capacity to take part regularly in the online weekly tutorial group discussions. These are an essential part of the study process.
Willingness to share your experience and be an active member of your tutorial group.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,700 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-04-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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