The programme synergizes the expertise in political science and public administration of the faculty to develop an interdisciplinary approach in training students to address the challenges of governance, public administration and international relations in the national and regional context. The programme 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. 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.
Postgraduate Handbook (Economics and Administration Field) 2021/2022
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MINI HANDBOOK 2022-2023
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION MINI HANDBOOK 2023-2024
"REMINDER: Please take note that students are required to register for courses with the course code as stated in the handbook by respective cohort intake."
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.
6 CORE COURSES (30 Credits)
At least 12 credit of the following optional courses:
*Optional Courses offered in each semester may vary from semester to semester
Minimum: 2 Semesters
Maximum: 8 Semesters
1. A minimum score of band 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System
(IELTS) (Academic)
2. A minimum score of 550 for the paper-based total (PBT), a score of 213 for the
computer-based total (CBT) or a score of 80 for the internet-based total (IBT) for the
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL);
3. Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE Academic) with a minimum score of 42;
4. Minimum band 4 Malaysian University English Test (MUET)
Last Update: 20/09/2023