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Profile of the Programme

The program gives the opportunity for specialization in the particular field of public administration, both at a theoretical and at a practical level. It provides postgraduate education to holders of a Bachelor in public administration, political science, law or of some other relevant field (International Relations, European Studies, Governance, etc.), and it mainly, but not exclusively, addresses itself to individuals who (intend to) work on fields relevant with the public administration and governance (public employees, public officials, employees of local government organizations and the wider public sector, diplomats, consular officials, security and military personnel, energy security personnel, general employees of companies and of other private sector entities or organizations, members of non-governmental organizations etc.).

It is expected that the program will provide its graduates with additional qualifications and enhance their cognitive and managerial capacities; this will help them enrich their career opportunities. Graduates of the program also have the opportunity to pursue further studies at a PhD level. The program particularly highlights special legal issues that are of great theoretical and practical importance, encouraging a comparative approach, within the contemporary international and regional context, intending to confront contemporary problems and challenges in a theoretically informed, while practically efficient, way. The program aims to provide postgraduate education and skills to conduct independent research on the relevant fields and achieve a deep understanding of the complexity of international affairs, as well as of the paramount importance of theoretical and methodological competence when dealing with them.

Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples

The programme is directed towards holders of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Law, or another relevant field (such as International Relations, European Studies, Governance, or Management), who intend to work in areas relevant to public administration and governance. In the public sector, graduates can pursue (or enhance their) careers in services under various Ministries or local authorities, as diplomats, consular officials, or military personnel, or in international organisations such as the UN, the EU, and the OECD. In the private sector, graduates can pursue careers in multinational firms, such as consultancy, management, energy security, public relations, or other related domains. Academic institutions, research centers, and non-governmental organizations across diverse domains can offer remarkable career prospects. Graduates of the program could also pursue further studies at a PhD level.

Access to Further Studies

Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Third Cycle degrees (Doctoral Degree)

Admission Criteria

Prospective students should be holders of an accredited Bachelor’s degree in politics, international relations, governance, European studies, law (BA or equivalent) or a relevant field. Α 2: 1 upper second-class honors or equivalent would normally be required. Applicants who do not meet this requirement can still apply upon approval of their academic credentials by the departmental committee. Copies of degrees awarded must be submitted as part of a complete application package.

In addition to the above, applicants must also satisfy the following requirements/submit the following documents: • Two recommendation letters • A personal statement by the prospective student expressing his/her interest in following the programme • Proficient knowledge of English (see below) • Knowledge of more than one foreign language will be considered an advantage.

English Language Proficiency

Applicants satisfy the English requirements if their first degree was taught in English. Otherwise, the minimum English-language qualifications for admission are:

• IELTS, 6.5 and above
• Anglia Examinations, Proficiency or Mastery
• Cambridge GCE AS Level English Language, C and above
• Cambridge GCE English A Levels, C and above
• Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a First language, C and above
• Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a Second language, B and above
• IB English A: Literature SL & HL, 4 and above
• IB English Standard Level (SL), 5 and above
• IB English High Level (HL), 4 and above
• Michigan Language Assessment (also known as Proficiency of Michigan), 750 and above
• Password Test, 6.5 and above
• TOEFL (IBT), 79 and above
• Cambridge Exams (First Certificate), 176 and above or Pass
• Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate), 180 and above or Pass

Applicants who do not hold one of the listed qualifications, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test and achieve a score at the ENGL-100 level, which can substitute for the standardized tests typically required for admission to postgraduate programs. The test is offered free of charge.

The University offers English courses at different levels to assist students in meeting the required standard for admission to a graduate programme.

Course assessment usually comprises of a comprehensive final exam and continuous assessment. Continuous assessment can include amongst others, weekly interactive activities, projects, positive online forum participation etc.

Letter grades are calculated based on the weight of the final exam and the continuous assessment and the actual numerical marks obtained in these two assessment components. Based on the course grades the student’s semester grade point average (GPA) and cumulative point average (CPA) are calculated.

The Master’s in Public Administration is structured around three academic semesters.

In each semester participants are required to take 30 ECTS, completing 90 ECTS after 3 semesters of full-time tuition. 60 ECTS are completed through Core Requirements (Semester 1 and Semester 2). 30ECTS are completed through Electives (Semester 3). During Semester 3, participants have to complete either a Thesis (MIR-590DL) or three elective courses. Students who are admitted in fall (September) have the option to complete their degree in two semesters plus a summer period, assuming that they will take a Thesis that will be completed in summer (or September/October).

Graduation Requirements

The student must complete 90 ECTS and all programme requirements.

A minimum cumulative grade point average (CPA) of 2.0 is required. Thus, although a ‘D-‘ is a PASS grade, in order to achieve a CPA of 2.0 an average grade of ‘C’ is required.

Upon successful completion of this program, the students should be able to:

1. Develop a rich theoretical background in relation to public administration, public management and public governance
2. Use knowledge in order to understand the complexity of public policy development, management and implementation.
3. Analyze and evaluate real problems and propose options and solutions
4. Identify priority issues and manage planning and executive tasks to address them.
5. Build analytical and communication skills in the working environment.
6. Acquire managerial skills according to the structure, function and requirements of a public sector organization
7. Have applied knowledge of contemporary practices and sophisticated methods and models in public governance.
8. Develop critical and analytical thinking by promoting innovation and leadership in public services organizations.

Section: A, Υποχρεωτικά Μαθήματα
Min. ECTS Credits: 60 Max. ECTS Credits: 60
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Section: B, Μαθήματα Επιλογής
Min. ECTS Credits: 30 Max. ECTS Credits: 30
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Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

The above semester breakdown is an indicative one. A few of the courses are electives and can be substituted by others. Students may contact their academic advisor and consult their academic pathway found on this website under “Schools & Programmes”.