During the Master's in Public Administration at VU Amsterdam, you'll learn to critically examine the governance approach to societal developments such as disinformation, crime, rising healthcare costs, and digitalization from various perspectives. You'll also gain insight into how governance itself is changing as a result of these developments.
This study will enable you to work as a management consultant, policy maker, researcher or advisor at social organizations and in the business community.
Why choose Public Administration at VU Amsterdam?
- Develop a passionate perspective on social issues through the lens of critical public administration
- Focus on the practical and ethical aspects of good public administration, with a strong emphasis on normative issues
- Choose a coherent elective package that allows you to specialise in issues relating to good governance, security, healthcare or AI
Is this the right programme for you?
Do you want to make a meaningful contribution to the governance of societal issues? And do you want to develop into a critical, reflective, and engaged professional? Then choose one of the following specializations within the Master's in Public Administration:
