Bachelor of Administration Honours in Political Studies
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours degree focusing on the study of politics within an administration and public policy context. It is concerned with understanding political systems, democratic citizenship and public policy at an advanced undergraduate or honours level.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in advanced study of political studies, public administration, public policy and democratic citizenship. Prospective students should confirm whether their prior education and experience meet the institution’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or policy-oriented development related to political studies, public administration and public policy. No specific related careers were supplied, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Analysis of political and public policy issues
- Academic research and written communication in political studies
- Understanding of public administration and democratic citizenship concepts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Administration Honours in Political Studies
- SAQA ID
- 96672
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status has not been confirmed.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme remains open for new enrolment.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, study workload and any research, project or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96672, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a decision.