Bachelor of Administration | UMP

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Administration at the University of Mpumalanga is a three-year degree that trains students in public administration, governance, policy management, and organisational leadership within the South African public sector context. Students develop skills in administrative law, public financial management, human resources, and local government administration, preparing them to contribute to efficient and effective service delivery across Mpumalanga's national, provincial, and local government spheres. Mpumalanga has 18 local municipalities and 3 district municipalities, creating significant employment for qualified public administration professionals. The degree aligns with South Africa's ongoing drive to build a capable developmental state through well-trained public servants who can lead, manage, and transform government institutions.

English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 4 (50-59%)
Second Language: Level 4 (50-59%)
Mathematics: Level 2 (30-39%) or Mathematical Literacy: Level 3 (40-49%)
APS: 32 (Students wishing to take Economics as an elective must have Mathematics: Level 4)

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy30%Required

Career Prospects

Public Administration Officer – Manage administrative functions, policy implementation, and service delivery within South African national or provincial government departments in Mpumalanga.
Municipal Manager – Lead local government administration, community development, and compliance functions within one of Mpumalanga’s 18 local or 3 district municipalities.
Human Resources Officer (Public Sector) – Recruit, develop, and manage public servants within government departments, following DPSA regulations and public sector HR frameworks.
Government Programme Coordinator – Plan, monitor, and evaluate development and service delivery programmes for provincial or national government departments operating in Mpumalanga.
Policy Analyst – Research and advise on public policy for Mpumalanga’s provincial departments, the Office of the Premier, or national government ministries.

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