Master of Public Administration (Human Resources)
Entry requirements
- An upper second-class Honours degree (UK 2:1) or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (the equivalent US Grade Point Average is 3.0) or
- A lower second-class Honours degree from an approved university with excellent work experience.
- Adequate capacity in written and spoken English.
- Degrees from all disciplines are considered and a candidate's work experience can also be taken into consideration.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Advance your leadership in public administration with a focus on human resources. Experience global insights and hands-on learning through expert guidance and international study visits, addressing management challenges across diverse public sector environments.
Our MPA in Public Administration (Human Resources) empowers you with vital leadership and strategic skills, preparing you to lead transformative changes in global public sectors and forge a dynamic future in governmental and international settings.
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What makes this course different?
Tailored for those passionate about public sector management, you'll benefit from a flexible curriculum featuring diverse optional modules, and engage in practical, theoretically-informed strategies through case study approaches to foster global perspectives. Join a vibrant international student community, supported by our extensive academic networks, and enhance your expertise in ethical leadership and sustainable management. Start shaping impactful public service today.
- Develop a global approach by analysing global trends in public administration and HRM with international case studies.
- Use diagnostic case studies to build practical, theoretically-informed strategies.
- Take your career to the next level. Ideal for public sector professionals or those aspiring to work in public services with a particular interest in Human Resource Management.
- Broaden your learning horizons with the possibility to choose from a wide range of optional modules and participate in international study visits.
Career opportunities
Prepare for impactful roles in the public sector with our internationally oriented programme, designed for those passionate about HR management and development in public, state, or NGO sectors. You’ll be exploring global trends, leadership strategies, and organisational culture dynamics. Through practical case studies and diverse optional modules, you'll graduate fully equipped and confident to lead in influential positions within government and international structures.
Information for international students
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:
- TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
- Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
- LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill
Fees and funding
Postgraduate Masters Loan
To help with the cost of studies, this loan is available to all UK students. You can use this loan towards fees, maintenance or other costs at your own discretion. It’s available for all full-time, part-time and distance learning Masters programmes, as long as you don’t already have a Masters qualification (or equivalent).If you’re a student from Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, you can apply for Masters loans from your country’s government.
Scholarships
To help you afford your studies, we’ve put more than £33 million into student support and scholarships. We also offer a range of advice on searching for funding and managing your finances.
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Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MPA
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
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