On the Public Administration and Management BA at DMU you have the opportunity to combine the study of applied politics with the management of modern society. You will share the first year with the Politics BA course, giving you a vital grounding in political issues and theory.
In the second and third years, you will have the opportunity to combine politics with public administration modules.
**- Opportunity for a short placement with a local authority**
Putting theory into practice
**- Give your studies an international dimension by taking the Government and Policy in China module**
and take up the opportunity to learn about Chinese life and culture on campus at the Confucius Institute
**- The only university in the UK to hold both Congress to Campus and European Parliament to Campus**
with former members of US Congress and former Members of European Parliament to enhance your study experience
**- Enjoy an international experience with DMU Global**
our innovative programme of work and study opportunities across the world, which can enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons
**- Placement opportunities with local, national and global companies**
including the Labour Party, the House of Commons, the Government Economic Service, the Welsh Assembly, Pfizer and the NHS
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Introduction to Politics
Comparative Politics
Introduction to Globalisation
British Government and Politics
Finance and Housing Markets
Housing Policy and Making
Planning and Sustainability
Property Management and Real Estate
Year 2
Governance
Political Thought
Political Analysis
Government and Business
The Making of a Global World
Politics in Action
Year 3
Public Policy Making
Public Sector Strategic Management
Comparative Public Administration
Choose two modules from the options shown below:
Dissertation
Managing the Environment
Health Strategy and Management
Government and Policy in China
Course Details – Assessment Method
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, group work and self-directed study. Assessment is through coursework (presentations, essays and reports) and usually an exam or test, which is typically weighted as follows in your first year:
Exam: 34%
Practical: 1%
Coursework: 65%
These assessment weightings are indicative only. The exact weighting may vary depending on option modules chosen by students and teaching methods deployed by the academic member of staff each year. Indicative assessment weighting and assessment type per module are shown as part of the module information. Again these are based on the current academic session.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
LN2F
Institution code:
D26
Campus Name:
Leicester Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
from at least two A Levels.
Plus five GCSEs at grades A*–C (9 - 4) including English Language and Maths.
Pass Access with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit or equivalent.
English (Language or Literature) and Maths GCSE required as separate qualifications at grades A* - C (9 -4).
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
including a minimum of 5.5 in each component
or equivalent
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
EU
14250.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
14250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.
Provider information
The Gateway
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Leicester
LE1 9BH
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