Bachelor of Public Administration
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
The online Bachelor of Public Administration, delivered by the Deanship of E-Learning and Distance Education with the Department of Public Administration, provides high-quality education, practical training and research opportunities through virtual classes and the e-learning portal. It enables learners, many of them already working in public institutions, to build the knowledge, skills, character and confidence to serve effectively, advance good governance and contribute responsibly to Somalia's development.
Degree Awarded
Bachelor of Public Administration
Total Credit Hours
191 Credit Hours
Total Courses
62 Courses
Duration
5 Years (10 Semesters)
Programme Start
September intake
Language of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Online (E-Learning and Distance Education)
Learning Platform
SIU e-learning portal
Campus Location
Online, managed from Mogadishu, Somalia
Vision & Mission
To be a leading online programme in public administration in Somalia and the Horn of Africa, giving public servants and aspiring officials across the country access to education that strengthens governance and public service.
The online Bachelor of Public Administration, delivered by the Deanship of E-Learning and Distance Education with the Department of Public Administration, provides high-quality education, practical training and research opportunities through virtual classes and the e-learning portal. It enables learners, many of them already working in public institutions, to build the knowledge, skills, character and confidence to serve effectively, advance good governance and contribute responsibly to Somalia's development.
Our Values
Integrity
Upholding honesty in online learning and assessment, and ethical conduct in public affairs.
Credibility
Delivering an online degree of the same standard and trust as the on-campus public administration programme.
Innovation
Using digital learning tools to find creative solutions to governance and public-service challenges.
Transparency
Communicating clearly with online learners and conducting decision-making in public institutions openly and fairly.
Excellence
Pursuing the highest standards in online teaching, learner support and public administration and research.
Professionalism
Preparing graduates to serve the public interest with skill, fairness and responsibility.
Programme Objectives
- 1Give learners a strong theoretical and practical foundation in public administration, governance and public service, through structured online courses.
- 2Develop skills in policy analysis, public finance and programme management for effective service delivery, using online case studies drawn from Somali institutions.
- 3Foster ethical leadership and integrity grounded in accountable, transparent public service.
- 4Advance research and evidence-based practice on Somalia's governance and institutional challenges, supported by online supervision.
- 5Prepare graduates for employment and leadership in government, NGOs and international organisations.
- 6Allow public servants and others already in work to study for a degree without leaving their posts or relocating.
Career Opportunities
Public Administration Officer.
Policy Analyst.
Program Coordinator.
Local Governance Officer.
Public Finance and Budget Officer.
Human Resource Manager (Public Sector).
Governance Researcher.
International Organization Officer.
Public Sector Consultant.
Course Plan
The Bachelor of Public Administration is offered online on a credit-hour system through the SIU Deanship of E-Learning and Distance Education, using the same approved curriculum as the on-campus programme. The programme duration is 5 Years (10 Semesters), comprising 62 courses and 191 total credit hours. Courses are taught through virtual classes, recorded lectures and the e-learning portal.
| Requirement Category | Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Requirements | 13 | 43 |
| Faculty Requirements | 11 | 34 |
| Department Requirements | 38 | 114 |
| Total | 62 | 191 |
Admission & Registration
- 1Qualification: Hold a Secondary School Certificate or an equivalent qualification, with the grade set each year.
- 2Online registration: Complete the online application form through the Deanship portal.
- 3Documents: Upload the required documents, then send or deliver the certified originals to the Admission and Registration Office of the Deanship.
- 4Capacity: Admission is according to the capacity set by the University and approved by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Higher Education.
- 5Undertaking: Agree to follow the University regulations and instructions in force during the study.
- Secondary School Certificate (or equivalent)
- National ID or passport copy
- Recent passport-size photograph
- A device and a stable internet connection
Mode of Delivery
Contact the Deanship
Deanship of E-Learning and Distance Education