Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University)
Public Administration and Governance (Honours) (Part-time Studies Only)
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Victoria Street Toronto ON M5B 2K3
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
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Course Overview
Public Administration and Governance (Honours) (Part-time Studies Only) at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Public administration and policy graduates enter central and local government, the NHS, international organisations, regulatory bodies, think-tanks and NGOs. The civil service fast-stream is a key graduate pathway in the UK, AU, CA and US.
Student life (indicative)
Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
34,758
Staff Ratio
22.0:1
International
10.5%
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£35,550
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Public Administration and Governance (Honours) (Part-time Studies Only)
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Public Administration and Governance (Honours) (Part-time Studies Only) topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Public Administration and Governance (Honours) (Part-time Studies Only)
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
34,758
Total students
Staff Ratio
22:1
Students per staff
International Students
11%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
- Toronto is Canada's cultural and economic capital — incredibly diverse food from every country, a major arts and music scene, NBA and NHL teams, great neighbourhoods to explore, and one of the most cosmopolitan student environments in North America.
What Students Love
- Diverse international food scene
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Major shopping & retail hub
- Rich arts & cultural scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£35,550
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Public administration and policy graduates enter central and local government, the NHS, international organisations, regulatory bodies, think-tanks and NGOs. The civil service fast-stream is a key graduate pathway in the UK, AU, CA and US.
- Public administration and policy graduates enter central and local government, the NHS, international organisations, regulatory bodies, think-tanks and NGOs.
- The civil service fast-stream is a key graduate pathway in the UK, AU, CA and US.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Technology
- Business
- Media
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,340/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $135). Canada's most expensive city — but also its best graduate job market by a wide margin.
- Above-average costs for a Canadian city — expect around $2,340/month (housing $1,460, food $465, transport $135).
- Canada's most expensive city — but also its best graduate job market by a wide margin.