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Local Government Administration

Work efficiently in local government administration.

Understand how local government operates and how it carries out public tasks. Gain knowledge in the areas of local law, municipal services, land-use planning, and management.

Level of studyFirst-cycle studies
Duration3 years
Mode of studyPart-time
LocationPolkowice
Degree awardedbachelor's degree

Is it right for you?

Are you interested in how local government works?
Do you want to give back to your local community?
Do you enjoy law, organization, and working with people?
Do you want to help shape the development of towns and cities?

What will you learn?

Local LawYou will understand how local government works and how laws are created and enforced at the local level.
Municipal ServicesYou will learn about the organization of municipal services and ways to solve problems related to the delivery of local public services.
Land-Use PlanningYou will learn how to analyze issues related to land-use planning, urban planning, and the shaping of the spatial order.
European FundsYou will learn the principles of obtaining and utilizing European funds in the operations of local government entities.

What will your studies look like?

  1. First year

    Fundamentals of Administration

    • You will explore the fundamentals of law and the functioning of public administration.
    • You will gain an understanding of the structure of the state and local government.
    • You will acquire a foundation in economics, management, and organization.
    • You will improve your communication skills and your ability to work with legal information
  2. Second year

    Law and Local Government in Practice

    • You will gain an in-depth understanding of administrative law, civil law, and public procurement.
    • You will learn about the principles of administrative and enforcement proceedings.
    • You will gain an in-depth understanding of public finance, municipal management, and local law.
    • You will improve your skills in negotiation, mediation, and personnel management.
  3. Third year

    Specialized expertise

    • You will learn about business law, tax law, and labor law.
    • You will understand the principles of land-use planning and development.
    • You will explore personal data protection and access to public information.
    • You will learn how European funds are used in local government.
  4. Internships

    You'll gain professional experience

    • You will complete 960 hours of professional internships.
    • The internships take place during the 2nd, 4th, and 6th semesters.
    • You will apply your legal and administrative knowledge in practice.
    • You will learn about how work is organized and the realities of how the administration operates.

Where can you work?

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Local Government Administration specialisation study plan

Sample courses

  • Municipal Services
  • Local Law
  • Planning and Land Use Planning
  • European Funds in Local Government Administration
  • Personal Data Protection and Access to Public Information
  • Ethics in Public Service
  • Negotiation and Mediation Techniques in Public Administration
  • Human Resources Management in Public Administration
Download the specialisation study plan

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