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Study at the Department of Public Administration and Policy

We aim to hone your personal skills of enquiry and critical reflection on policy and practice, and grow your confidence as an effective public leader.

Whether you are looking for a redbrick campus experience in the heart of England, time away from a busy job and the head space to think, or an opportunity to connect from home and learn alongside an international cohort, we offer a high quality, practice-oriented and flexible portfolio of programmes, designed to benefit you with fresh perspectives and insights on the developing public service agenda.

Undergraduate programmes

  • Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy BSc

    Learn to tackle policy challenges using AI, data, ethics, and governance with Birmingham’s innovative AI and Public Policy BSc.

    • Qualification: Bachelors
    • Delivery format: In person
    • UCAS code: G7L4

Masters programmes

  • Public Management MSc

    University of Birmingham. Postgraduate study. The MSc Public Management gives you the opportunity to develop your understanding of democratic governance and the challenges of improving performance

    • Study level: Postgraduate
    • Study pattern: Full time
    • Location: Birmingham (Edgbaston)
    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: In person

  • Public Management and Leadership Blended MSc / PGDip / PGCert

    This programme will provide you with the knowledge, skills and competencies needed to thrive within the dynamic and challenging contemporary public sector environment.

    • Study level: Postgraduate
    • Location: Birmingham (Edgbaston)
    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: Online and in person

  • AI and Government MSc

    Our MSc AI and Government programme will equip you with a deep understanding of Artificial Intelligence and data science within the context of government and policymaking.

    • Study level: Postgraduate
    • Study pattern: Full time, Part time
    • Location: Birmingham (Edgbaston)
    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: In person

  • Masters of Public Administration MPA (Online)

    Masters of Public Administration MPA (Online) at Birmingham. Uncover new pioneering public service practices, strategies and global perspectives. Apply now

    • Study level: Postgraduate
    • Study pattern: Part time
    • Location: Online
    • Qualification: Masters
    • Delivery format: Online

  • PhD pathways

    The Department of Public Administration and Policy has a vibrant and close-knit international research community of early-career and established researchers.

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