Social sciences are a group of academic disciplines dedicated to examining society. This branch of science studies how people interact with each other, behave, develop as a culture, and influence the world.
Admission requirements for studies in the school of social sciences differs from university to university. Following are the universities providing these studies:
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of the Western Cape
- North West University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- University of Fort Hare
- Walter Sisulu University
- University of Limpopo
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Vaal University of Technology
- Tshwane University of Technology
Some of the Courses Offered
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Social Sciences
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Bachelor of Library & Info Sciences
- Bachelor of Theology
- Bachelor of Administration
- BA Media Studies
- Diploma in Public Management
- Diploma in Public Relations
- Diploma in Journalism
Admission Requirements & Careers
Each university has its own admission requirements for social sciences studies. It is important for applicants to make sure that they meeting the minimum requirements when applying. Below we provide you with general range of admission requirements in all the above universities.
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts degree is a four-year college degree that covers standard general education requirements and then allows students to specialize in an area of interest. For example, National University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, which means students in this BA degree program complete core and elective coursework in psychology, in addition to general education requirements for any Bachelor of Arts degree.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 – 6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 6 |
| Point Score | 30 – 35 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- North West University
- University of Limpopo
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Fort Hare
- Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Social Sciences
The Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc) programmes combine disciplines and courses to provide the student with a particular knowledge and skills base. This Social Sciences degree will open up an attractive range of career options.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 – 6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 6 |
| Point Score | 30 – 35 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- North West University
- University of Limpopo
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Fort Hare
- Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Social Work
The Bachelor of Social Work qualification will provide you with the core professional competencies and attributes required to enter the social work profession.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 -6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 5 |
| Point Score | 30 – 35 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- North West University
- University of Limpopo
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Fort Hare
- Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Library & Info Sciences
Information Sciences (IS) encompasses careers of all types, settings, and disciplines such as data analysis, library science, user experience design, information architecture, corporate taxonomy, and many others.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 – 6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 5 |
| Point Score | 30 – 37 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- University of Johannesburg
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Fort Hare
Bachelor of Administration
The Bachelor of Administration Degree is designed to develop skills and competencies of students to prepare them for a career in the public sector, parastatals, trade unions, non-governmental organizations, private sector and academic careers at the high education institutions.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 – 6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 5 |
| Point Score | 30 – 37 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- North West University
- University of Limpopo
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Fort Hare
- Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies)
Media studies courses may vary significantly in their content and approach to the subject, but most offer a combination of practical preparation for various media careers, alongside opportunities to analyze media representations from different perspectives – including moral, political and historical.
For instance, as well as gaining practical skills such as film production or copy-writing, students may also have the opportunity to explore issues such as media representations of gender or race, or of a particular culture or political conflict.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 5 – 6 |
| Mathematics | Level 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 4 – 5 |
| Point Score | 30 – 37 |
| Pass Status | Bachelor Pass |
Some of the Institutions Offering
- Nelson Mandela University
- University of Johannesburg
- University of South Africa
- North West University
- University of Limpopo
Diploma in Public Management
Public management is the study of government, its structures, processes and functions, and the manner in which society is managed.
General Admission Requirements
| English | Level 4 – 5 |
| Mathematics | Level 1 – 2 |
| Mathematical Literacy | Level 2 – 3 |
| Point Score | 25 – 30 |
| Pass Status | Diploma Pass |