Public sector management

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree, plus approximately 2 years of relevant public or non-profit sector work experience.

If you don't have a bachelor’s degree, you could be admitted if you have an academic and professional background that is considered equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.

New applicants to UVic

1. Apply to UVic, upload your professional resume and cover letter (see cover letter guidance below) outlining your interest in the diploma or specialization certificate program.
2. Arrange for all official transcripts to be sent to Undergraduate Admissions.

Returning UVic students

Returning UVic students must apply to reregister. Along with your application for reregistration, upload your updated professional resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the diploma or specialization certificate program. Returning students should review the information on the Office of the Registrar site.

Cover letter guidance

Your 500-word cover letter (letter of intent) should outline your specific interest in the diploma or certificate program you are applying for, and how this program aligns with your personal and/or career goals.

Please address all cover letters to the director of the School of Public Administration, University of Victoria.

We may accept applications outside of regular UVic timelines.

Fall term

• May 31 for application to Office of the Registrar
• July 15 for documents and transcripts

Spring term

• September 30 for application to Office of the Registrar
• November 15 for documents and transcripts

Summer term

• February 15 for application to Office of the Registrar
• April 1 for documents and transcripts

All School of Public Administration certificate courses are 1.5 units. Part-time students pay fees per term, per credit unit. See fee details.