Program Overview
The Public Administration at Universiti Sains Malaysia is a Master programme in Humanities over 18 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 Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 4,621 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,717 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: George Town, Malaysia
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
- Public Administration and the Political System
- Research Methods
- Organisational Management
- Economics for The Public Sector
- Government and Politics in Malaysia
- Public Sector Management
- Issues in the Malaysian Economy
- Public Policy Analysis and Design
- Case Studies in Managing Public Policy
- Ethics and Administration
- Globalisation and Regionalism
- Environment, Development and Policy
- Independent Studies
- Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
Applicants should possess the following:- A Bachelor\'s degree with a CGPA of 3.00/4 or equivalent in a related field.
- Any Bachelor\'s degree with working experience related to the field of study.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 4,621 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,717 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 4,621 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,717 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Universiti Sains Malaysia 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 Universiti Sains Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia(Malayfor'Malaysia Science University',abbreviated asUSM) is a public research university inMalaysia. Founded on 1 June 1969 as a statutory body with its own constitution,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
