The Bachelor of Social Sciences at Walter Sisulu University is a three-year degree at the Mthatha campus available in multiple specialisations including Anthropology, Criminology, Philosophy, Political Studies, Population Studies, Psychology, and Sociology. The qualification promotes academic competence, community engagement, research capability, and professionalism in the pursuit of social and human development knowledge, using a multidisciplinary approach. In South Africa's complex social landscape — shaped by inequality, historical injustice, rapid urbanisation, and a large public sector — BSocSci graduates are well placed for roles in government, NGOs, research organisations, and the private sector.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Any four subjects: 50–59% (Level 4)
APS: 25
Social Development Officer – Plan and implement community development programmes for government departments such as Social Development, or for NGOs and international development organisations.
Criminologist or Crime Analyst – Analyse crime patterns, evaluate justice system interventions, and advise law enforcement agencies, SAPS, or the Department of Justice on evidence-based policy.
Political Researcher or Policy Analyst – Support parliamentary committees, political parties, or research institutions with political analysis, policy development, and stakeholder engagement.
Sociologist or Community Development Researcher – Conduct social research for academic institutions, Statistics South Africa, or government monitoring and evaluation units.
HR and Organisational Development Practitioner (with further study) – Apply social science research and psychology foundations to human resources, organisational behaviour, or talent management roles in large organisations.
