Master of Public Administration (MPAdmin)
| Course Code | TC031 |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Credit Points Required | 48 |
| CRICOS code | 053859K |
Description
The Public Administration programs are designed for existing senior public servants of national, state, provincial and local governments and provide a practical educational experience to enhance existing skills. The programs give public administrators knowledge and skills enhancement in public administration that will allow graduates to transfer skills from one agency/ministry to another. It is a degree that is relevant to all senior public sector employees.
Course Rules
To be awarded the Master of Public Administration, students must successfully complete a total of eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:
- all four core units of study (24 credit points)
- a Work Based Project (GSOG6005) or Internship Program (GSOG6006) approved by the Director, Graduate School of Government (six credit points)
- up to three elective units of study (up to 18 credit points) from a list of recommended elective units of study (All students are encouraged to undertake GSOG6007 Research Project as one of their electives)
Core Units of Study
- GSOG6001 Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value
- GSOG6002 Public Sector Leadership
- GSOG6003 Strategic Administration
- GSOG6004 Managing Public Expenditure
Work Based Project or Internship Program
Domestic sponsored students currently employed in the public sector must complete GSOG6005 Work Based Project. International students will be required to complete GSOG6006 Internship Project.
Elective units of study
Elective units of study will be provided by the Graduate School of Government at the start of the academic years. Students should consult the Graduate School of Government website for a current list of elective units of study.
Enrolment Guide
Degree Progression Examples
- The following table shows a degree progression example for an International student enrolled in the Master of Public Administration on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study per semester.
- The following table shows a degree progression example for a sponsored domestic student enrolled in the Master of Public Administration on a part-time basis undertaking two units of study per semester.
| Year / Semester | Unit of study 1 | Unit of study 2 | Unit of study 3 | Unit of study 4 | Total credit points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value | Public Sector Leadership | elective | elective | 24 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | Strategic Administration | Managing Public Expenditure | Internship Project | elective | 24 |
| Year/ Semester | Unit of study 1 | Unit of study 2 | Total credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value | Public Sector Leadership | 12 |
| Year 1 Semester 2 | Strategic Administration | Managing Public Expenditure | 12 |
| Year 2 Semester 1 | Work Based Project | elective | 12 |
| Year 2 Semester 2 | elective | elective | 12 |
Please Note: The information listed in these program of study examples is meant as a guide only. Students should always check the requirements for individual units of study before attempting to enroll. Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their degree in different sequences to those listed above. You are advised to plan their degree based upon your individual needs and to contact the Graduate School of Government if you need any assistance in planning your progression in your degree.
Entry Requirements
An applicant for admission to the Master of Public Administration shall have:
- completed a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate certificate or equivalent at a standard acceptable to the School
- at least five years experience in a senior public sector position
- an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum in each band of at least 6.0 (for applicants whose matriculating secondary, post-secondary or tertiary qualification was not conducted and examined entirely in English)
OR
- completed the requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration.
Duration of Course
Full-time: A typical full-time student will undertake four units of study per semester, completing the eight units in two semesters (one year).
Part-time: Students undertake one or two units per semester, typically completing the program in two to four years.
Graduate School of Government
For further information on the courses offered, visit the Graduate School of Government website.