The Bachelor of Administration in Public Administration and Human Resources at the University of Zululand develops graduates with the expertise to manage human capital in South Africa's public sector — one of the country's largest employers. The programme addresses recruitment, performance management, learning and development, labour relations, HR policy, and transformation within the public service framework of the Public Service Act and related legislation. As South Africa seeks to professionalise its public service and implement competency-based HR management, graduates of this programme are well-placed to contribute to improved government performance.
English: NSC Level 4
Mathematics: NSC Level 3 or Mathematical Literacy: NSC Level 4
APS: Minimum 28 points
Human Resources Officer (Public Sector) – Manage recruitment, conditions of service, performance management, and labour relations in a government department or municipality.
Training and Development Officer – Design and coordinate public sector training programmes aligned with PSETA and government skills development plans.
Labour Relations Practitioner – Navigate public service labour disputes, PSCBC bargaining, and disciplinary proceedings in the government employment environment.
HR Manager (SOE) – Lead human resources functions in a state-owned enterprise, balancing public sector obligations with commercial HR best practices.
Organisational Development Specialist – Facilitate change management, culture transformation, and capacity building within government departments.
