Bachelor of Administration Honours in Political Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an advanced honours-level qualification focused on Political Science within the public policy, politics and democratic citizenship field. It is designed to deepen understanding of political systems, public affairs and democratic governance beyond undergraduate study.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by graduates who want to deepen their academic or professional understanding of Political Science, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic study and work related to political analysis, public policy, public affairs or democratic governance. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific approved career relationships were supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Political and public-policy analysis
- Research and critical analysis
- Understanding of democratic governance and citizenship
- Written and verbal communication about political and public-affairs issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Administration Honours in Political Science
- SAQA ID
- 105410
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether your prior qualification is accepted.
- Confirm the current assessment arrangements and any academic, research or workplace-related requirements that apply.
- Ask the provider to confirm whether new enrolment is currently available.