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MPA - Master of Public Administration
Belfast Campus.
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
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MPA - Master of Public Administration
Belfast Campus.
Full Time
SEP-26
2 Years
Select a an exam type
Take the next step in your public service career with the Masters in Public Administration (MPA) at Ulster University - a professionally focused degree designed for managers, policy officers, and leaders across the public, voluntary, and community sectors. This flexible MPA programme empowers professionals like you to enhance your leadership, governance, and strategic decision-making skills - all while continuing to work. Why Ulster’s MPA degree stands out: Tailored for professionals in public administration, public policy, and governance Co-designed with NI civil service to fit around your career with part-time and block-release study options Taught by academic experts and senior practitioners with real-world public sector experience Internationally respected qualification backed by high-quality research
Normally a UK second class honours degree, or better, in any discipline or the equivalent of this for international students. Additionally, applicants should normally have gained at least 3 years relevant work experience in a supervisory or managerial position in the UK or Irish civil service.
Students living in
Domestic
£15,190 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£22,680 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£22,680 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.