Bachelor of Arts (BA) | NMU

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The Bachelor of Arts at Nelson Mandela University is a three-year degree offering a flexible and broadly humanistic education across disciplines such as anthropology, history, philosophy, sociology, language studies, politics, and geography. Students can tailor their degree to align with their interests and career goals, developing critical thinking, communication, and research skills that are valued across South Africa's public, private, and civil society sectors. The BA provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study in law, education, social work, and the humanities, and for careers in government, NGOs, media, and business.

Any one NSC Language (Home Language or First Additional Language): 60%
Mathematics: 35% (or Mathematical Literacy: 55% or Technical Mathematics: 55%)
APS: 350

Career Prospects

Public Servant / Policy Analyst – Applies humanities training to interpret policy, manage public communication, and advise government departments in South Africa.
Researcher – Conducts social and cultural research for South African universities, NGOs, and research councils.
Journalist – Reports on social, political, and cultural issues for South African print, broadcast, and digital media.
Community Development Worker – Facilitates social change programmes in South African communities through advocacy and participatory processes.
Educator – Teaches humanities subjects at South African secondary schools after completing a PGCE qualification.

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