Public Administration - Social and Public Policy

The University of York · York, United Kingdom

MScEnglish120 ECTS2 yearsDistancePart-time

The Public Administration - Social and Public Policy programme at The University of York (School of Social Sciences) is a MSc programme delivered in English over 2 years (4 semesters) (120 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This programme focuses on public policy analysis, governance, public sector management, public finance, and administrative law. Students learn to lead public institutions, design public policies, and manage public resources transparently. Graduates serve as public administrators, policy advisors, and government agency executives.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students)
£11,040/year
Tuition (Non-EU students)
£11,040/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students)
2027-08-25
Application deadlines (Non-EU students)
2027-08-25
Duration
2 years
ECTS credits
120
Language
English
Study format
Distance
Starts
01 September 2027
Intake
September

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-08-25

Non-EU students

2027-08-25

Programme overview

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 2 years of study.

EU & Non-EUTuitionLivingTotal
EU & Non-EU£22,080—needs the fee

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