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MPAG in Policy and Governance

MPAG in Policy and Governance

University of Canterbury

Duration

1½ years

Intake

February, July

Degree

Master’s

Program Overview

 The Master of Policy and Governance focuses on developing the skills needed to manage public policy issues in today’s complex political and economic environments. The programme prepares students for leadership roles in government, NGOs, and international organizations. Graduates will have a deep understanding of the political processes, policy-making, and governance systems that shape modern society.

Key Information

University

University of Canterbury

Campus

Total Credits

180 points (NZQF Level 9)

Study Mode

Full-time

Loan Availability

No

Program Details

Duration

1½ years

Tuition Fee:

Approx. NZD 40,000 per year (international)

Format

Full-time

Attendance:

On Campus Learning

Study Gap:

10 years

Fees & Funding:

Approx NZD 40,000 per year (international)

Course Structure

The PGCertPAGP is made up of a total 60 points, or two compulsory courses. Both courses include a mixture of introductory theory and applied case studies and other practical work.

Starting in February or July, the programme will take up to one year of part-time study.

Entry Requirement

Academic

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field

Language

IELTS - IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5, no band below 6.0

PTE - PTE: Minimum score of 58, no communicative skills below 50

TOEFL - TOEFL: Minimum score of 90, with no section below 2

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