Overview

The Public Administration programme from University of Malaya focuses on the fundamental principles, practices and techniques of organisational management related to public institutions. It expose students to relevant theories, and their applications in multidisciplinary fields.

What you'll learn

The emphasis is on linking theory to research, problem solving skills, as well as professional analysis of a wide range of issues in the areas of policy analysis, public sector management, urban planning design and urban development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methodology
Research Project
Public Administration and Politics
International Public Management
Public Policy Analysis
Fiscal Administration

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

42 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Public Administration View 4 other Masters in Public Administration in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor degree with a minimum of CGPA 3.0 or equivalent and sufficient knowledge in the field of public administration or any relevant areas.
An International applicant who wishes to follow a Master of Public Administration Programme shall obtain at least the result below in one of the English Language competency examinations

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

60100 MYR / year

≈ 60100 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

35100 MYR / year

≈ 35100 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Overview

What you'll learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Funding

Scholarships Information

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