Overview

The Public Administration degree at University of Zambia contributes immensely to promoting the professions of public administration by imparting skills relevant to the development needs of the country. Through this programme, a cadre of specialists in the field of public administration who contributes solutions to public administration problems is produced.

The programme further lays the basis for scientific research and promotes the mission of the University to create new knowledge through teaching, research and publications.

The public sector is one of the three main sectors of the economy whose proper administration is key for economic development. In this regard therefore, the programme is closely related to both the mission and vision of the University of Zambia and the Country respectively.

Objectives of the programme

At the end of the programme graduates are expected to:

Show in-depth understanding of public administration.
Analyse and explain various branches of Public Administration.
Apply various social science scientific methods in the management of public affairs.
Improve awareness and knowledge of current issues in the field of public administration.
Evaluate new developments in the field.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lusaka, Zambia

Disciplines

Public Administration

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to satisfying the General University Entrance Requirements, candidates applying for admission to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Project Management must satisfy the following requirements:

Must obtain five credits Ordinary Level in the Zambian School Certificate (or equivalent) in:

Group 1: English Language

Group 2: Any three subjects chosen from the following:

Geography, History, Mathematics.
Business Studies or Commerce or Economics or Principles of Account.
Bible Knowledge or Computer Studies or Literature in English or French or Religious Education or Zambian Languages.
Food and Nutrition or Home Economics or Home Management.
Art or Art and Design or Design and Communication or Music.
Civic Education or Development Studies.
Additional Mathematics.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

62890 ZWL / year

≈ 62890 ZWL / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

31878 ZWL / year

≈ 31878 ZWL / year

Additional Details

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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