Bachelor of Public Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Public Administration is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 7 in the Public Administration subfield. It is intended to develop an academic foundation for understanding and working with public administration and public-sector organisational contexts. The qualification carries 363 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in public administration, public-sector organisations and the administrative or organisational aspects of government-related work. It should not be treated as an admission rule, and prospective learners should confirm the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for further exploration of public administration-related work, but no specific related careers have been mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Career relevance will also depend on the employer, role requirements and any additional experience or qualifications required.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of public administration as a field
- Academic analysis of public-sector and administrative contexts
- Organisational and administrative thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Public Administration
- SAQA ID
- 96410
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 363
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Administration
- Originator
- The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the current SAQA registration status, because the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and the current status is not verified.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, delivery format, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96410, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a payment or enrolling.