University of Limerick

Course Details

Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Public Administration

Course Description

The Bachelor of Politics and Public Administration provides students with a background in several subjects – Politics, Public Administration, Economics, Law and Sociology. Taken together, these subjects will teach you about ‘government in action’ – how the political system works, citizenship, EU and international policy making.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Private Sector Management Consultancy Banking and Financial Services Export Sales Administration and Marketing HR Management and Training Management in Industry and Services Public and Non-Profit Sector Civil Service, Gardai State Agencies Local Government and Health Administration Second and Third Level Teaching, Research and Administration Charitable,Voluntary and Community organisations, social work Development Agencies European and International Agencies The Politics and Public Administration degree provides an excellent basis for employment opportunities, either directly or following postgraduate or professional specialisation. Approximately 70% of the graduates of the programme work in the private sector; about 30% work in the public and non-profit sectors.

Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Public Administration University of Limerick