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The DPA degree is an academically rigorous, applied-research postgraduate degree in the field of public administration that confers the title of “Doctor” to candidates who successfully complete the programme. It is designed to extend the graduates’ understanding of current critical issues in governance, policy and public administration, and to provide the conceptual knowledge and capacity to enable them to develop their research and analytical skills through the completion of a core curriculum culminating in an original thesis. Through the integration of scholarly and professional knowledge, candidates will be well-placed to meet those challenges arising from the rapidly changing global environment to achieve more effective public leadership.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The DPA degree is an academically rigorous, applied-research postgraduate degree in the field of public administration that confers the title of “Doctor” to candidates who successfully complete the programme. It is designed to extend the graduates’ understanding of current critical issues in governance, policy and public administration, and to provide the conceptual knowledge and capacity to enable them to develop their research and analytical skills through the completion of a core curriculum culminating in an original thesis. Through the integration of scholarly and professional knowledge, candidates will be well-placed to meet those challenges arising from the rapidly changing global environment to achieve more effective public leadership.
Admission Requirements
4 Years
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HKU Main Campus, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
48 monthsProgramme duration
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Programme overview
Main Subject
Public Policy
Degree
Other
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission Requirements
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