Program Overview

Introduction to the BAdmin Specialising in Public Administration and International Relations Programme

The Bachelor of Administration specialising in Public Administration and International Relations programme is directed towards the study of Public Administration to equip students for a career in the public sector. This degree provides in-depth knowledge of certain administrative and management practices in the South African and international public sectors, focusing on the three spheres of government: local, provincial, and national levels.

Programme Information

Some of the key aspects studied are:

• Public financial and human resources management
• International administration and management
• Policy and organisation studies
• Ethics
• Project management
• Intergovernmental relations
• Administrative justice

The Bachelor of Administration degree is the only programme in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences that combines public sector management with specialisations such as politics and international relations. This programme exposes students to the management environment in both the public and private sectors, enhancing their understanding of what it means to be good and responsible citizens.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidates should:

• Have the desire, commitment, and dedication to serve their community, city, and/or country
• Believe in and want to be part of the moral and legal obligation that the state has towards creating a better life for all

Career Opportunities

Our graduates are employed by:

• Government departments
• Embassies
• Consulates
• High Commissions
• Parastatals
• Non-governmental organisations
• Private sector companies that work extensively with government contracts

Possible career paths include:

• Diplomats
• Political analysts
• Managers in the public sector
• Local government and the private sector
• Non-governmental organisations
• International organisations and embassies
• Graduates are often employed in human resource sections and planning and general administrative divisions

Faculty Notes

All modules will only be presented in English, which is the University's official language of tuition, communication, and correspondence. The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences aspires to be at the cutting edge of economic, financial, and management education, as well as research and community engagement within the national, African, and global context. The mission is to advance relevant knowledge and develop employable, innovative, and diverse graduates to co-create value for society.

Admission Requirements

Important Information for All Prospective Students

The admission requirements below apply to all who apply for admission to the University with a National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Independent Examination Board (IEB) qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

• Achievement Level
  • English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 5
  • Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Mathematics 3 or Mathematical Literacy 4
  • APS: 28

Life Orientation is excluded when calculating the APS.

Application Process

Applicants currently in Grade 12 must apply with their final Grade 11 (or equivalent) results. Applicants who have completed Grade 12 must apply with their final NSC or equivalent qualification results. Meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee admission.

Notification of Admission

Successful candidates will be notified once admitted or conditionally admitted. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified after 30 June.

Minimum Duration

The minimum duration of the programme is 3 years, full-time.

Closing Dates

• South Africa: 30/06/2025
• International: 30/06/2025

Additional Information

This publication contains information about regulations and programmes of the University. Amendments to or updating of the information may be effected from time to time without prior notification. The accuracy, correctness, or validity of the information contained is therefore not guaranteed by the University at any given time and is always subject to verification.