Centre for Public Administration

The Centre for Public Administration is a global leader in research that explores and innovates policy and public administration practice

Center members include staff chiefly from the School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences, together with others from elsewhere in the University

The Centre is dedicated to research excellence in the areas of public governance, public policy and management, social policy & professional practice

Our research is distinguished for producing impact that enhances policy and public administration, both locally and globally

The School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences hosts a number of PhD students conducting research on social policy & public administration

The Centre is distinguished for publication of high-quality impact research in line with the School's framework for research excellence

The Centre is active in hosting regular events

The Centre is an active member of several national & international organisations which are committed to furthering the study of public administration

Centre members play a leading role in teaching public administration, at postgraduate and undergraduate levels, and bespoke short course provision