Faculty of Humanities

Bachelor of Arts (General Studies)

Bachelor 3 years Full-time APS 28+ NSFAS Funded
28
Minimum APS Score NQF Level 7
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Howard College Campus
Language
English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

The BA (General Studies) offers students the flexibility to combine subjects across the humanities and social sciences, building broad analytical, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • English Home Language or First Additional Language 4 50–59%
  • Life Orientation 4 50–59%
  • One of: Business Studies, Consumer Studies, Dramatic Arts, Economics, Geography, History, Information Technology, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Music, Religious Studies, Visual Arts, or any language HL/FAL 5 60–69%
Admission is competitive; meeting minimum APS does not guarantee admission. Also available at Pietermaritzburg Campus (KN-P-BA2).
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