Program Overview
The Public Administration at University of Nottingham is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Humanities over 9 months, delivered On-campus. 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 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: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Administration 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
- Leadership, Strategy and Performance in the Public Sector
- Managing People
- Policy Analysis: Concepts and Theories
- Public Management and Governance
- Public Sector Financial Management
- Research Methods and Research Management
- Students have to choose a further 20 credits of elective modules, from an approved list.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Entry requirements:2.2(Lower 2nd class hons degree or international equivalent)
- IELTS:6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,870 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,020 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nottingham 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 Nottingham
University of Nottingham
City of Nottingham, United Kingdom
University of Nottingham is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 9 months