The School of Public Policy & Administration hosts at least one career panel annually featuring our alumni and other special guests. Students have the opportunity to ask questions about careers at different levels of government (federal, provincial, municipal) and beyond, learn about relevant application and selection processes, and get tips on how to develop a […]
Every September, our student and alumni associations offer a warm welcome to our incoming Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) and Master of Public Policy and Administration (MPPAL) students. The event is a great opportunity to make new friends, receive guidance from peers on what to expect and how to navigate our programs and the University, […]
Here are answers to some common questions. If your question is not answered here, please reach out to us. What is the School of Public Policy & Administration? The School of Public Policy & Administration was created as a single unified School on the Keele campus of York University, established in July 2006. The School […]
Beyond choosing to study Public Administration, you get to customize how you study. In the Specialized Honours version of the Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) program, you get to choose one of three streams: Law, Justice and Public Policy; Management; Policy Analysis. The core curriculum is the same for the first two years of study, […]
The Master of Public Policy, Administration and Law (MPPAL) program was designed for busy, working professionals wishing to advance their careers in the public sector by obtaining a degree part-time while continuing to work full-time. Designed on the cohort model, where you take the majority of your courses with the same classmates, students gain an […]
The School of Public Policy & Administration (SPPA) offers two undergraduate certificates – Professional Certificate in Public Administration and Law and Professional Certificate in Public Policy Analysis. The Certificates are designed to be streamlined at 24 credits each with flexibility to choose from a list of relevant courses under the PPAS course rubric. The certificates […]
Feeling a bit lost? Get support from fellow students who understand the challenges of navigating campus life and transitioning to university. Each college supporting LA&PS offers its own unique program advocating for the academic, social and personal goals of its students. Mentors can also direct you to resources and opportunities offered by the college and […]
Bachelor of Public Administration (BPA) - Specialized Honours Advance the public good and enjoy a rewarding career. The best public management leaders have excellent critical thinking and a solid base of diverse knowledge. In this honours-only program, we will help you develop these skills–with an emphasis on social justice, ethics and good governance–so you can […]