Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

BA in International Studies

Bachelor 3 years Full-time 63% aggregate
63%
Minimum Aggregate Excl. Life Orientation
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 Years
NQF Level
4
Campus
Main Campus
Language
English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

Offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences as a Specialised Degree Programme. Focuses on international relations and prepares students for careers in diplomacy, international journalism and global organisations.

Admission Requirements
Minimum aggregate of 63% for the NSC (excluding Life Orientation)

Required Subjects percentage

One of the following
  • English Home Language 50%
  • English First Additional Language 50%

Additional Requirements

  • NSC or IEB school-leaving certificate with a mark of at least 4 (50%) in each of four school subjects from the Faculty's recognised list
Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) variant available — 4 years. ECP students selected at the discretion of the Faculty. NSC aggregate of at least 63% excluding Life Orientation. English Home Language 50% OR English First Additional Language 50%.
Career Opportunities
Diplomatic service Parliament National Intelligence Agency Tourism industry International journalism Public liaison work Import and export industry International organisations (e.g. UN, Amnesty International, World Economic Forum)
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