Bachelor of Arts in General Studies

About this course

UKZN CAO codes: KN-H-BA2, KN-P-BA2. Published APS range: 48-28. Entry requirements: NSC degree entry with English and Life Orientation level 4, plus one listed designated subject, Home Language or First Additional Language at level 5. Source: UKZN 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus, programme table page 23. UKZN does not require the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs), and NBT results are not used for selection.

What you may study

Foundational theory; discipline-specific knowledge; communication; research and information skills; applied problem-solving; and practical or project work where included by the institution. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Required school subjects

Other admission conditions

Published selection range: 48-28.
Not required by UKZN and not considered for selection.

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. A related advanced diploma, postgraduate diploma, honours degree or other higher qualification, depending on the completed qualification and the receiving institution's admission rules.

Where this qualification may lead

Entry-level professional, technical, administrative or research-support roles related to the qualification. Some occupations require professional registration or further study.