Study PhD Public Administration and Policy at University of Birmingham in the UK, Dept of Political Science & International Studies

PhD Public Administration and Policy

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What will I learn?

PhD in Public Administration and Policy offers you the chance to conduct pioneering research, develop essential skills, and thrive in a supportive academic community. With personalised support from leading academics, you will develop the expertise necessary to undertake excellent and impactful research in the fields of public administration, policy and governance. Get ready for influential roles in academia, government, civil society organisations, and beyond. Course highlights Our PhD in Public Administration and Policy allows you to conduct original research with top academics, receive personalised training, and become part of a leading research community. The Department of Public Administration and Policy (DPAP) produces world-leading research, teaching, and impact in public administration, policy and governance. DPAP has a vibrant and close-knit international research community of pre- and post-doctoral early-career researchers, and internationally recognised leading academics.

Which department am I in?

Dept of Political Science & International Studies

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£22,880.00 (US$ 29,548) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

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Edgbaston, Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£22,880.00 (US$ 29,548) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You should have a good Honours degree in a relevant field or an equivalent academic qualification. Please note that a good honours degree is a minimum requirement. Our successful candidates are likely to have excellent undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Typically the latter will be a taught masters degree, including a dissertation.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Birmingham

The university is known globally for its pioneering research – students benefit from trailblazing discoveries that impact international society.

  • One of the world’s top research-intensive universities
  • Based in Europe’s youngest city
  • Most targeted UK university by graduate employers
  • Plenty of dedicated international student support

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