Master of Public Administration

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should hold a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum academic performance equivalent to 65% or above in their home country's grading system. Specific entry requirements may vary by program, so it's essential to review the requirements for your chosen course.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: An overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each band.
• TOEFL: An overall score of 72, with no band scores less than 18.
• PTE: An overall score of 50, with a minimum of 50 in each communicative skill.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

Flinders University is recognizing and rewarding the academic excellence and achievements of international students. The university offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid opportunities to help ease the financial burden of pursuing higher education in Australia. 

1. Flinders University Scholarship for International Students: This scholarship is available to international students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate coursework programs. It offers a partial tuition fee waiver, making education more accessible.
2. Australia Awards Scholarships: These scholarships are offered in collaboration with the Australian government and are aimed at students from participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region. They provide financial support for undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
3. Flinders Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship is dedicated to supporting high-achieving students across various fields of study. It covers a portion of the tuition fees for international students.
4. Flinders Humanitarian Scholarship Fund: Designed to assist refugees and humanitarian entrants, this scholarship provides financial support to cover tuition fees and contribute to living expenses.
5. Flinders Pro Vice-Chancellor International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international students pursuing postgraduate coursework programs. It offers a substantial tuition fee reduction.
6. Endeavour Scholarships and Fellowships: These scholarships are funded by the Australian government and are available to international students for study, research, or professional development in Australia. They cover a range of academic fields.
7. Country-specific Scholarships: Flinders University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may include tuition fee waivers or financial support.
8. Faculty-specific Scholarships: Some faculties and departments within Flinders University offer scholarships to international students pursuing degrees in particular fields of study. These scholarships may include financial assistance and academic support.

Upon successful completion of the Master of Public Administration program at Flinders University, graduates have a wide array of career options to explore in the field of public administration.

1. Public Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as public policy analysts, conducting research and analysis to inform government decision-making.

2. Public Sector Manager: With a focus on public sector management, students can pursue roles as public sector managers, overseeing the operations and staff in government agencies and organizations.

3. Government Consultant: Graduates can become government consultants, providing advice and expertise to public agencies on a wide range of issues.

4. Nonprofit and NGO Leadership: With a focus on public administration ethics, students can lead nonprofit organizations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) dedicated to public service.

5. Administrative Law Specialist: Graduates can specialize in administrative law, ensuring that government agencies operate within the bounds of the law and regulations.

6. Global Governance Analyst: With a global perspective, students can work as global governance analysts, contributing to international organizations and initiatives aimed at solving global challenges.