1 - FMPAS PROSPECTUS 2024 February 01
1 - FMPAS PROSPECTUS 2024 February 01
Butterworth Campus
2024 Prospectus
Note this prospectus contains material Disclaimer The offering of programmes and/or
and information applicable to the courses is not guaranteed
whole Faculty. Although the information contained in this prospectus
has been compiled as accurately as possible, WSU Students should note that the offering of
It does not, however, contain the detailed accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. programmes and/or courses as described in
information and specific requirements applicable to WSU reserves the right to make any necessary this prospectus is not guaranteed and may be
programmes that are offered by the Faculty. These alterations to this prospectus as and when the need subject to change. The offering of programmes
can be found in the Departmental handbooks may arise. This prospectus is published for the 2023 and/or courses is dependent on viable student
academic year. enrolment numbers being met (as determined
This prospectus should be read in conjunction with by HOD) and on physical and human resources
the General Prospectus which includes the being available.
University’s General Rules & Regulations, which is a
valuable source of information, and the relevant
Department handbooks
I am delighted to extend a warm and hearty welcome to each one of you as you embark on an exciting academic journey in our Faculty of Management and Public
Administration Sciences (FMPAS). As the Executive Dean, it is my pleasure to introduce you to the transformative and dynamic environment that awaits you here.
The 2024 academic year marks the implementation of our ambitious Rationalisation and Consolidation project, resulting in the consolidation of the Faculty at the
Butterworth (Ibika) campus and with limited academic programmes at BCC, Komani and Mthatha. This strategic move is designed to enhance collaboration, resource
optimization, and overall efficiency, providing you with an enriched academic experience.
I am pleased to inform you that the Faculty now comprises six newly established departments, each dedicated to fostering excellence in specific areas. These departments
are:
1. Department of Management
2. Department of Human Resources Management
3. Department of Marketing, Public Relations & Communication
4. Department of Tourism & Hospitality
5. Department of Public Management and Governance
6. Department of Administration and Information Management
Our faculty members are renowned experts in their respective fields, committed to nurturing your intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and practical skills. As you navigate
through your academic endeavours, you will find a plethora of opportunities to engage in research, industry collaborations, and extracurricular activities that complement
your learning experience.
As part of the WSU Strategic Plan 2030, the Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences (FMPAS), will pilot the INTSHAYELELO 101 Module. The
implementation of this capstone project will include interdisciplinary approaches, real-world application, research, analysis, and formal presentations. It will also implement
digital competencies in the curriculum, enhancing students' technological skills. It will establish channels for collaboration and support from all relevant entities, maximising
the blended learning approach. FTEN students upon completion will receive a certificate of module completion and will reflect on your academic transcript. This will prepare
you for the adjustment from secondary school and readiness for future careers through the application of acquired knowledge and skills.
We encourage you to actively participate in the vibrant academic community, where diversity of thought and collaboration are valued. This environment will not only
prepare you for the challenges of the professional world but also foster personal growth and leadership qualities that will serve you well throughout your career.
Remember, your journey at FMPAS is not just about acquiring knowledge; it's about embracing a holistic approach to education that shapes you into well-rounded
individuals equipped to make a positive impact on society.
Once again, welcome to the Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences, Class of 2024! We look forward to witnessing your achievements, celebrating
your successes, and supporting you on your educational voyage.
Dr Bulelwa Nguza-Mduba
Executive Dean
3. FACULTY STAFF DETAILS
DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT
Name Tile Position Contact No Email Site Office No
RN. Stofile Dr. HoD [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
B. Nguza Mduba Dr. Senior Lecturer Bnguza [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
H. Shava Dr. Senior Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
M. Mofolo Dr. Senior Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
Z. Roboji Dr. Senior Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
K. Mquqo Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
A. Busby Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
Z. Nxafani Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
K. Mbele Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
D. Sonamzi Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
A. Maphanga Dr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
M. Pakade Mrs. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
L. Majova Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
D. Landu Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
K. Mdala Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
V. Mgcoyi Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
P. Dhlodhlo Ms. Senior Lecturer [email protected]. Butterworth IBIKA
N. Maqhosha Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
B. Yekani Dr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
L. Blaauw Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
B. Mpepho Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
L. Mgweba Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
N. Ncamani Ms. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
F. Saffa Mrs. Contract Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
S. Fihla Mr. Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
A. Salavu Mr. Contract Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
Z. Tafeni Mr. Contract Lecturer [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
S. Matshaya Ms. Administrator [email protected] Butterworth IBIKA
FACULTY OVERVIEW
The Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences is one of the Seven (7) faculties of Walter Sisulu University (WSU). It is based at the Mnquma Local
Municipality in Butterworth. The faculty has six departments: Governance and Administration, Human Resources, Marketing, Public Relations and Communication,
Management, Public Management and Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Management. The faculty offers 30 programmes and has about 5000 registered students.
The faculty provides opportunities for Postgraduate Diplomas and Master's Degrees, and is currently in the concluding stages of developing a Doctoral program in Public
Administration. Additionally, there are ongoing plans to institute a Governance Institute dedicated to serving the needs of public officials. Furthermore, there is a
strategic initiative to establish a Hotel School in East London.
4.1.1 Vision 4.1.2 Mission 4.1.3 Core Values
The Faculty of Management and Public We are a hub of academic excellence that • Quality
Administration Sciences will be the centre for provides training to produce market-responsive
• Ethical conduct
development of globally competent graduates graduates through:
• Professionalism
and act as a research institute that serves
communities and responds to national innovative Teaching and Learning • Accountability
development priorities.
Strategies • Public Service
offering accredited and competitive
• Teamwork
programmes
providing an enriching quality learning • Integrity
experience
4.2. GOALS OF THE FACULTY 4.3. FACULTY STUDENT SOCIETIES AND THEIR
ROLES
studies
Graduate attributes describe the personal, academic, professional qualities, and applied
knowledge and skills that the WSU values. (Refer to Curriculum Policy).
The WSU Graduate attributes aim at aligning the curriculum and student development with
the South African Qualifications Authority's (SAQA) critical cross-field outcomes, which
include, but are not limited to:
All programmes within the Faculty are designed such that the above attributes are covered in
different levels of study.
5. ACADEMIC PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY
Qualification Code Programme Name NQF Level SAQA ID Credits Duration
HIGHER CERTIFICATES
W61001 HC: Versatile Broadcasting 5 97037 120 1 Year
EXTENDED DIPLOMAS:
W61014 Diploma in Office Management and Technology (ECP) 6 97049 360 4 years
W61008 Diploma in Local Government Finance (ECP) 6 97045 360 4 years
W61010 Diploma in Management (ECP) 6 97046 360 4 years
W61005 Diploma in Human Resources Management (ECP) 6 97043 360 4 years
W61017 Diploma in Public Relations (ECP) 6 101179 360 4 years
DIPLOMAS
W61002 Diploma in Administrative Management 6 114801 360 3 years
W61011 Diploma in Marketing Management 6 97048 360 3 years
W61006 Diploma in Journalism 6 97044 360 3 years
W61016 Diploma in Public Relations Management 6 101179 360 3 years
W61015 Diploma in Public Management 6 97051 360 3 years
W61012 Diploma in Policing 6 97050 360 3 years
W61007 Diploma in Local Government Finance 6 97045 360 3 years
W61009 Diploma in Management 6 97046 360 3 years
W61018 Diploma in Small Business Management 6 117828 360 3 years
W61013 Diploma in Office Management and Technology 6 97049 360 3 years
W61004 Diploma in Human Resources Management 6 97043 360 3 years
W61020 Diploma in Tourism Management 6 97053 360 3 years
W61003 Diploma in Hospitality Management 6 97042 360 3 years
W61019 Diploma in Sport Management 6 97052 360 3 years
W61029 Bachelor of Administration
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
WS7010 Advanced Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting 7 101185 120 1 year
WS7040 Advanced Diploma in Journalism 7 101206 120 1 year
WS7041 Advanced Diploma in Marketing 7 97036 120 1 year
Qualification Code Programme Name NQF Level SAQA ID Credits Duration
WS7045 Advanced Diploma in Public Relations Management 7 101180 120 1 year
WS7030 Advanced Diploma in Management 7 101200 120 1 year
WS7034 Advanced Diploma in Public Management 7 101208 120 1 year
WS7021 Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management 7 101199 120 1 year
WS7020 Advanced Diploma in Business Administration 7 101201 120 1 year
WS7052 Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management 7 115933 120 1 year
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Qualification Code Programme Name NQF Level SAQA ID Credits Duration
W61030 Bachelor of Administration Honours 8 80846 120 1
W61031 Master of Public Administration 9 99557 180 1
The minimum entry requirements do not necessarily guarantee admission to any qualifications offered by the university. Admission
depends on the availability of space and the student's overall performance.
Please refer to section 13 of this prospectus for the entry requirements for students who possess a Senior Certificate (SC) or a
National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V), N4, N5 and N6 Certificate/National N Diploma.
A Higher or Advanced Certificate in a cognate field may be considered as an entry route into a diploma qualification.
A 360-credit diploma in a cognate field may be considered as an entry route into a bachelor’s degree qualification.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) may be considered an alternate qualification entry route.
Applications from students with international school leaving results are considered in terms of:
o HESA/Institutional guideline document, "Exemption Requirements: Foreign School Qualifications" Institutional equivalence reference
document
o (Where required) submission of international qualification to SAQA for benchmarking in terms of HEQC.
APS table
NSC Levels Percentage APS Status of achievement
WS7043 Diploma in Journalism A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Journalism focuses on gathering, Journalist
with a diploma or bachelor's assessing and presenting of news and TV presenter
endorsement and achievement in the information through print, electronic and Radio presenter
subjects as follows: social media platforms. It offers students Social Media specialist
an opportunity to learn advanced Vlogger
Any two of the following languages Blogger
industry-specific methods using state-of-
Content creator
the-art equipment (photographic and
English level 4 Copyright creator
video cameras, the latest computer
Afrikaans level 4
programmes and computer laboratories).
isiXhosa level 4, and
Two additional subjects level
4
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
WS7047 Diploma in Public A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Public Relations is a strategic process that Public Relations
Relations with a diploma or bachelor's builds mutual beneficial relationship Practitioner.
endorsement and achievement in the between the organisations and its public. Communications officer.
subjects as follows: Specific focus is on corporate image and Brand ambassador
reputation, crisis communication internal Spokesperson.
Any two of the following languages Public Speaker
and external communication. It includes
how to handle media requests and being
English level 4
able to undertake Corporate Social
Afrikaans level 4
Investment programmes.
isiXhosa level 4, and
Two additional subjects level
4
WS7054 Diploma in Local A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must perform municipal Financial Services
Government Finance with a diploma or bachelor's finance functions and operational audit Administration
(ECP)
functions as part of an audit team or Management
Accounting
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
endorsement and achievement in the independently. It serves as a foundation Project Management
subjects as follows: for further studies in finance fields.
English level 3
Accounting level 2 or
Mathematics level 2 or
Maths Literacy level 4
WS7055 Diploma in Management A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must apply focused Supervisors
(ECP) with a diploma or bachelor's knowledge and a range of vocational and First-Line Managers
endorsement and achievement in the industry-specific skills and competencies; Senior/Middle Managers
subjects as follows: enable them to understand, interpret and Branch Managers
apply management principles, Business Advisors
procedures, and processes. The
application of management theory will
English level 3
equip students to become responsible
Accounting level 2 or and ethically mindful professionals.
Mathematics level 2 or
Maths Literacy level 4
WS7022 Diploma Administrative A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must identify and solve Human Resource Professional
Management with a diploma or bachelor's problems, make responsible and ethical Marketing Consultant
decisions within their own limit of Supervisors
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
endorsement and achievement in the authority, and work effectively with First-Line Managers
subjects as follows: others as a member of a team. Senior/Middle Manager
Branch Manager
Business Advisors.
English level 4
Mathematics level 2 or
Mathematics literacy level 4
Two additional subjects’ level 4
WS7048 Diploma in Public A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Public Relations is a strategic process Public Relations
Relations (ECP) with a diploma or bachelor's that builds mutual beneficial relationship Practitioner.
endorsement and achievement in the between the organisations and its public. Communications officer.
subjects as follows: Specific focus is on corporate image and Brand ambassador
reputation, crisis communication internal Spokesperson.
Public Speaker
and external communication. It includes
how to handle media requests and being
English level 3
able to undertake Corporate Social
Any two subjects’ level 4
Investment programmes.
WS7044 Diploma in Marketing A National Senior Certificate (NSC) The key areas of marketing are to the Marketing and Sales
Management with a diploma or bachelor's benefit of the product and ultimately to Digital Marketing
generate sales. Graduates must distribute Branding
the product and its services, build
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
endorsement and achievement in the customer loyalty. Be able to keep and
subjects as follows: acquire new customers for the
organisation, increase sales and expand
English level 3 to new markets using effective Digital
Mathematics level 2 or Marketing.
Accounting level 2 or
Business studies level 2 or
Mathematics Literacy level 3
WS7031 Diploma in Public A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must work with public officials Assistant Public Officials
Management with a diploma or bachelor's and senior management to provide Assistant Local
endorsement. support for strategic leadership and Government Officials
management needed to transform all Assistant Personnel
spheres of government. The need for Officers
Risk Officers
well-qualified, efficient, client-oriented
public officials is therefore identified as a
priority in all the three spheres of
government.
WS7035 Diploma in Policing A National Senior Certificate (NSC) The qualification prepares graduates in SAPS
with a diploma or bachelor's the law enforcement environment and to Police official
endorsement and achievement in the uplift the professional standards of Civilian employee.
subjects as follows: policing. It will regulate and improve Municipal police
relationships between the community and
English level 3 law enforcement agencies.
Any four additional subjects
level 3
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
WS7032 Diploma in Local A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must perform municipal Financial Services
Government Finance with a diploma or bachelor's finance functions and operational audit Administration
endorsement and achievement in the functions as part of an audit team or Management
subjects as follows: independently. It serves as a foundation Accounting
for further studies in finance fields. Project Management
English level 3 and
Accounting level 3 or
Mathematics level 3
OR
WS7033 Diploma in Management A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Graduates must apply focused Supervisors
with a diploma or bachelor's knowledge and a range of vocational and First-Line Managers
endorsement and achievement in the industry-specific skills and competencies; Senior/Middle Managers
subjects as follows: enable them to understand, interpret and Branch Managers
apply management principles, Business Advisors
procedures, and processes. The
application of management theory will
English level 3
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
Accounting level 2 or equip students to become responsible
Mathematics level 2 or and ethically mindful professionals.
Maths Literacy level 4
WS7036 Diploma in Small A National Senior Certificate (NSC) This qualification prepares graduates Entrepreneur
Business Management with a diploma or bachelor's entry into the world of business. The Business Analyst
endorsement and achievement in the qualifying learner will have the
subjects as follows: competence to apply essential business
strategies, principles and techniques to
start a small, medium or micro-enterprise
and to ensure its effective functioning.
English level 3
Mathematics level 2 or
Maths Literacy level 3
Any two commerce subjects
level 3
WS7025 Diploma in Office A National Senior Certificate (NSC) It provides the business world with multi- Office managers
Management and with a diploma or bachelor's skilled knowledge graduates who Data capturers
Technology Administrators
endorsement and achievement in the manage information efficiently; are
subjects as follows: equipped with a comprehensive range of Personal assistants, etc.
skills including managerial,
administrative, Financial Management,
Human Resource Management, Legal
English level 4
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
Mathematics level 3 or Practice, technological, communication
Maths Literacy level 4 skills; to act ethically and utilise the
Any two subjects level 4 knowledge to meet expectations of the
African communities they are to serve.
WS7023 Diploma in Human A National Senior Certificate (NSC) The qualification is to produce HR 1. HR Practitioners.
Resources Management with a diploma or bachelor's practitioners who are critical thinkers can 2. Human Resources
endorsement and achievement in the practise locally, and globally in improving Business Partners.
subjects as follows: relations between management, 3. Benefits Administrator.
employees, and unions. In addition, 4. Employee Relations
Manager.
manage employee performance and
5. Labour Relations Officer.
career planning and ensure compliance
English level 3 6. Payroll Manager.
with legislation and other regulatory 7. Recruitment Specialist
Accounting level 3 or bodies.
Mathematics level 3 or
Maths Literacy level 4
Any two subjects level 3
WS7051 Diploma in Tourism A National Senior Certificate (NSC) The purpose of this programme is to Destination Planners,
Management with a diploma or bachelor's equip students with thorough knowledge Tourism Researchers,
endorsement and achievement in the in the Tourism and leisure industry. The Travel Agents
subjects as follows: qualifying learner will have the Consultants
competence to independently manage Front Office Supervisors
Travel Specialists
and integrate specialist activities within
Tour Specialists
English level 3 the Tourism value chain.
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
Any three relevant subjects
level
WS7053 Diploma in Hospitality A National Senior Certificate (NSC) This diploma intends to provide learners Catering Manager
Management with a diploma or bachelor's with the knowledge, skills and attitudes Accommodation Manager
endorsement and achievement in the necessary to pursue a successful career in Hospitality systems
subjects as follows: the field of hotels, lodges, bed and consultant
breakfast facilities, motels, restaurants, Chef
Hotel Manager
fine dining establishments, both public
Food and Beverage
English level 3 and private health food service
Manager
Any three relevant subjects institutions.
level 3
WSU7051 Diploma in Sport A National Senior Certificate (NSC) This qualification aims to provide Athletics Coach
Management with a diploma or bachelor's qualifying learners with applied Athlete Development
endorsement and achievement in the competence in the analysis, Specialist
subjects as follows: interpretation and application of Sports and athlete
management principles in the fitness and development consultant
health, coaching, teaching and retailing School and sports club co-
sectors of the sports industry. ordinator
English level 3 Sports academy manager
Any three relevant subjects
level 3
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
Admission point score of 22 or above.
WS7021 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The qualification is to produce HR HR Practitioners.
HUMAN RESOURCES credits in a cognate discipline with practitioners who are critical thinkers can Human Resources
MANAGEMENT Business Partners.
achievement not less than 60% for practise locally, and globally in improving
Benefits Administrator.
the qualification with the following relations between management,
Employee Relations
subjects completed within the employees, and unions. In addition,
Manager.
minimum specified time: - Human manage employee performance and Labour Relations Officer.
Resources Management 3, Labour career planning and ensure compliance Payroll Manager.
Relations 2 and Human Resources with legislation and other regulatory Recruitment Specialist
Development 2. bodies.
WS7030 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The program aims to produce Supervisors
MANAGEMENT credits in a cognate discipline with competitive graduates who will First-Line Managers
achievement not less than 60% for significantly address socioeconomic Senior/Middle Managers
the majors (Management 3) and an issues. The program also includes Branch Managers
average mark of 60% for the modules that give students the Business Advisors
qualification. fundamental technological know-how and
abilities they need to advance in the
fourth industrial revolution age and be
prepared for it.
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
WS7034 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The purpose of this qualification is to Political Science
IN PUBLIC credits in a cognate discipline with prepare students to be able to direct, General public
MANAGEMENT administration
achievement not less than 65% for improve and manage the institutional
the qualification. structures, resources and functions to Management divisions of
effect service delivery in the public sector the public, private and
civic services.
environment. It aims at preparing
Business leaders
students for postgraduate study and to
Entrepreneurs
become fully competent organisational Public Sector Consultants
leaders and managers within and across
the core functions of an organisation.
WS7052 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The qualifying students will have the Destination Planners
IN TOURISM credits in a cognate discipline. competence to manage and integrate Tourism Researchers
MANAGEMENT Travel Agents &
specialist activities within the tourism
system independently. Consultants
Guest Relationship and
Operations Assistants
Front Office Supervisors
Direct Inbound Travel
Specialists
Tour Specialists
WS7020 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 This qualification provides a framework Political Science
BUSINESS credits in a cognate discipline. on which the management of General public
ADMINISTRATION administration
organisational entities is premised. These
may include fundamental areas such as
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
economics fundamentals, marketing, Management divisions of
project management and financial the public, private and
management to ensure organisational civic services.
efficacy. Business leaders
Entrepreneurs
Public Sector Consultants
WS7041 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 Journalism focuses on gathering, Journalist
JOURNALISM credits in a cognate discipline. assessing and presenting of news and TV presenter
information through print, electronic and Radio presenter
social media platforms. It offers students Social Media specialist
an opportunity to learn advanced Vlogger
Blogger
industry-specific methods using state-of-
Content creator
the-art equipment (photographic and
Copyright creator
video cameras, the latest computer
programmes and computer laboratories).
WS7040 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The Advanced Diploma in Marketing 1. Marketing Services.
IN MARKETING credits in a cognate discipline. Management plays a significant role in 2. Advertising and
MANAGEMENT Promotions.
imparting pertinent advanced marketing
management skills and discipline-specific 3. Distribution Companies.
knowledge that is critical for the growth 4. Operation Management
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
of the local, regional, national and global
economies.
WS7045 ADVANCED DIPLOMA NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 The Advanced Diploma in Public Public Relations
PUBLIC RELATION credits in a cognate discipline. Relations and Communication Practitioner
MANAGEMENT Senior communication
Management qualification is intended to
develop in a person the competence and practitioner
skills to administer and perform strategic Communication officer
Brand ambassador
Public Relations tasks in a global
Spokesperson
environment using the latest
Public Speaker
technologies.
WS5040 Bachelor of The minimum admission requirement The programme ensures access and Equip learners for careers
Administration for this undergraduate is success of students through the use of in administration,
technology and innovate ways of teaching development and
Minimum statutory NSC requirements and learning aligned to international management divisions of
for degree entry must be met i.e. NSC standards. Blended Learning for Student- the public, private and
with an achievement rating civic services. Develop
Centeredness (BL4SC) as a pedagogical
learners who can also join
approach to deliver teaching and learning
-NSC Achievement rating of at least 4 commerce and industry or
has been adopted. Blended learning follow an innovative path
(50-59%) in English.
provides various learning opportunities for and become
-NSC Achievement of at least 4 (50- teachers using a combination of multiple entrepreneurs and job
59%) in at least 3 recognised subjects. teaching and learning modes, creators. This programme
strategies, pedagogies, and will empower learners
already in the civil service
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
-Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy is educational technology infused to gain in-depth
not a compulsory requirement. approach to support student to their knowledge and specialized
learning. skills to become best
-All applicants must score at least 30 innovative practitioners at
points on the Admission Point Score Possibilities of learners to switch at graduate levels.
(APS) rating scale various levels and credit
accomplishments between the various
undergraduate programmes leading to
different B. Admin, qualifications within
-Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with an
the faculty as well as other faculties and
English pass (E-HG/D-SG).
universities with some quality control
restrictions. Vertical: Learners in the
programme can proceed to enrol in a
-Applicants with a National Certificate variety of B. Admin, Honours in bachelor
(Vocational Level-4) must meet the Administration or related programmes
requirements of this prospectus as offered by the faculty and other
well obtain 60% or more for universities.
Mathematics or for Mathematics
Literacy.
WS5041 Bachelor of Bachelor of Commerce in Business This programme is to provide students To equip graduates to enter the
Administration Management, NQF level 7 Or Advanced with opportunity to become acquainted fields of
Honours Diploma in Management, NQF level 7 with the practical application of the
Or Cognate Advanced Diploma, NQF principles and theories in the discipline of political science
general public
Level 7. public administration. To provide a post-
administration at strategic
graduate qualification that will enable
and managerial levels.
students to play a constructive role as
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
change agents in work environment and Administration,
enhance development in public and Development
private sector. Develop and train post- Management divisions of
graduates who are capable of leading the public, private and
extensive governmental and non- civic services.
governmental administrative Business leaders
Entrepreneurs
transformation, as well as guidance for
Public Sector Consultants
improved infrastructures and services
delivery using the specialized knowledge
and skills learned which will also enable
them to operate in all governmental
departments and agencies as junior levels
or senior executive employees. To equip
students who want to enrol for specialized
master's level studies in the field of Public
Administration and other related fields
with sound academic and research
background.
WS5049 Master of Public To qualify for admission to this This programme provides comprehensive There are several job opportunities
Administration qualification, be in a possession of theoretical background for those students available for MPA graduates:
recognized and appropriate Bachelor of and practitioners who wish to occupy Activist.
Business Administrator.
Administration Honours qualification or significant positions for effective
Event Coordinator.
related one. Be competent to work administration both in Public Sector
Executive Assistant.
independently and display scholarly Leadership and Executive in all spheres of Foreign Correspondent.
thinking. government. Allow students not only to Foreign Service Officer.
understand challenges facing societal and
QUALIFICATION MINIMUM ADMISSION
QUALIFICATION CODE PROGRAMME OVERVIEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
NAME REQUIREMENTS
public sector in Africa, but to be equipped Government Relations
with appropriate skills and attitudes that Manager.
will assist in responding effectively and Human Resource Specialist.
Government and municipal
efficiently to identified and projected
official
challenges and/or problems. The
Politician
qualification will enable students to highly Political analyst
demonstrate abilities and competencies in City or municipal Manager.
recognized and niche areas such as public Local Government
finance and procurement, local Administrator.
government management and finance, Policy Analyst.
NGO or Foundation Manager
public policy making, ethics in public
or Director.
sector, rural and urban development, Budget Director
effective service delivery, leadership and Association or Non-profit
good governance, programme and project Executive.
management and research. Allow the Economic or Business
programme that gives suitable weighting Development Director.
for students who wish to further their Public Affairs Director.
studies to post
7. PHASING OUT OF NON-HEQSF ALIGNED PROGRAMMES
2019 was the final year of enrolments into non-HEQSF aligned qualifications. Students who enrolled into these programmes are currently in the pipeline and the last
cohort is afforded the opportunity to complete its studies in 2023(N+2). Students who fail to complete in the allotted period will be subjected to normal university exclusion
rules and processed and if re-admitted will be articulated into the new HEQSF aligned programmes.
QUALITY The committee is established with a premise that HEIs are responsible Monitor the University’s implementation of the quality management systems in
ASSURANCE for the quality of their core academic and support functions and that the context of the institutional Strategic Plan.
academic leadership, communities of practice (CoPs), peer review and recommend approval of accreditation of programmes.
innovation work in concert to achieve continuous quality improvements
recommend de-activation of programmes on WSU academic structure.
and enhancements.
9. MEMBERSHIP OF COMMITTEES
FACULTY SUPPORT Dept. of Public HRM Marketing, Public Management Administration Tourism, FACULTY CHAIR
COMMITTEE DEPARTMENT Management & Relations & and Information Hospitality and
Governance Communication Management Sport
Management
DLT offers a range of academic support services to students such as Academic 12.1 FACULTY EXECUTIVE MEETINGS(FACEX)
Advising, Peer Assisted Learning (PAL), Extended Curricula Programmed,
Learning and Teaching with a Technology and Writing Centre. More
information can be accessed through the link below: An executive board comprising five HODs, PCOs and two Senior staff
members is delegated to meet and deal with urgent matters that
https://www.wsu.ac.za/index.php/learning-teaching/teaching-learning- cannot wait for the Faculty Board meeting; such decisions must be
directorate ratified by a full meeting of the faculty.
THE COMMERCE AND BUSINESS FACULTIES OFFER A COMBINATION OF YEAR AND SEMESTER MODULES WHICH ARE NOT MUTUALLY EXCLUSIVE AND WILL THEREFORE COMMENCE
BOTH YEAR AND FIRST SEMESTER MODULES ON 6 FEBRUARY 2024.
WEEK 17 11 NOV – 15 NOV LAST DATE FOR EXAMINATION MARKS MARKING OF EXAMS
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The following rules and procedures shall apply to all undergraduate students to determine their eligibility for readmission to academic programmes according to Section
37(4) of the Higher Education Act, Act 101 of 1997 as amended:
G7.1 A first year student who does not obtain sufficient credits to proceed to the second year of study will not be readmitted to the university on academic grounds.
In support of the Senate rule, the Faculty has accepted the following accumulation of credits by students.
(NOTE: While these credit accumulation standards apply across the Faculty, certain Departments may, at their discretion, apply additional requirements. Where
applicable, these are stipulated under the various qualifications).
Students who fail to maintain the following minimum rate of progress will not be readmitted to the University on academic grounds:
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(NOTE: In determining the rate of progress, only semesters for which the student was registered will be taken into account)
G7.2 A student who fails a course twice will not be readmitted to that course provided that the Head of Department (HOD) may, if the course is a prerequisite or a final
course needed for the degree/diploma purposes, require the student to satisfy other specific academic requirements before allowing the student to register for the third
time.
G7.3 A full-time student, who fails to complete the degree, diploma or certificate within the prescribed number of years, will be allowed an extra year for a certificate and an
extra two years for a diploma and degree. Should the student fail to complete by the end of the expected period, then the student may be refused readmission on
academic grounds.
G7.4 Students not readmitted in terms of these rules will not be allowed to register for degree, diploma and certificate programmes of the university for at least one year.
G7.5 Refusal of readmission of students from other universities on academic grounds shall be upheld and readmission will only be considered after the year period as in G7.4
for another programme.
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G9.1 Minimum requirements for readmission will be determined by Faculties, submitted to Senate for approval and published in the Faculty prospectus.
G9.2 Faculties will decide to determine generic faculty readmission requirements for all programmes or for each programme in the Faculty.
G10 Process to determine if Readmission Requirements have been met and to refuse readmission. The following process must be followed when reaching a decision that a
student has not met the readmission requirements:
G10.1 The academic performance of all registered students in a programme will be reviewed against the readmission requirements by the Faculty Board Executive at the end
of each semester’s examinations and year-end examinations.
G10.2 The Heads of Departments will identify the students who do not meet the readmission requirements and submit their names to the Faculty Board Executive at the end
of each semester and year-end examinations for approval.
G10.3 The Dean will inform the students who fail to meet the readmission requirements in writing.
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(Faculties may add their own rules here as long as they are/were approved at SENATE level)
Class Attendance
Students are expected to attend all lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical classes and excursions as determined by the relevant programme regulations. A
minimum of 80% class attendance (theory and practical) is compulsory for all students. This rule becomes effective from the date the student is registered.
Upon late registration, a student may be allowed to attend classes provided he/she has missed less than 20% of the total tuition of that particular course. An
attendance register must be signed by the student during the first part of the lecture. This register will be distributed either by the lecturer(s) or tutor(s) or
demonstrator(s).
If absence from class is unavoidable, the Lecturer and Head of Department should be notified: This includes instances where a student is absent for more than
three consecutive days due to illness or when he/she fails to write a test or examination due to sickness at the time a test or examination was written.
Students should take note of institutional rules stipulated in Section 13 of the University General Prospectus on attendance of lectures and general conduct
in relation to teaching and learning.
Assessment and examination of all undergraduate programmes shall take place on a continual basis throughout the course of each module culminating in a
written or oral examination at the end of each semester. A student must be officially registered and attain a minimum semester mark of 40% in a
course to be allowed to write examinations in it.
A student with a semester mark (DP) of not less than 60% may apply to retain it for one academic year only (G32).
Weighting shall be in the ratio of 60% continuous assessment to 40% written or oral examination. The overall aggregate pass mark shall be 50%.
Papers of exit-level courses are sent to external examiners for moderation.
A student who obtains an overall mark of 40% - 48% and obtains a minimum mark of 40% for both continuous assessment and final examination qualifies for a
supplementary examination.
A student who obtains 75% of the marks at first attempt in a course/module shall be awarded a pass with a distinction in that course/module.
A student who obtains a weighted mark of 49% in a module and obtains a minimum mark of 40% in the continuous assessment qualifies for an automatic
condonation.
A student qualifies to write an automatic supplementary (special) examination for a course in a particular semester if the course is the last outstanding
course for the student to complete his/her studies and the student has written the final examination in the course.
A student who misses an examination due to illness or family circumstances can apply for an aegrotat examination to the Registrar’s office provided satisfactory
evidence of such circumstances is produced as per university rules.
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For a student to graduate, he/she must have passed a minimum of 360 credits for the programme of study throughout his/her period of study, passed all the major
course withing the programme and maintained a minimum of 120 credits for each year of study.
In the case of a student who fails to meet the minimum of 120 credits per year, the student will be required to make up for the shortfall.
The extra credits taken beyond the minimum of 120 credits for each programme year do not necessarily contribute to the overall total of 360.
Students should take note of the institutional rules G24-G31 stipulated in the University General Prospectus on admission of students to examinations,
supplementary examinations, aegrotat examinations, special examinations, access to examination scripts i.e. viewing of scripts, remarking of scripts and awarding
of qualifications as well as G36 on violation of examination rules and regulations.
Retaining of DP
A student with a semester mark (DP) of not less than 60% may apply to retain it for one academic year only. The request must be accompanied by a compelling justification for
such a request, which will be considered by the respective HOD and, if approved, submitted to the Dean for final approval.
Admission of Students with a National Certificate (or Vocational Level 4), International Students and Mature Age Students
Admission of Students with a Senior Certificate, National Certificate (or Vocational level 4), International Students
and Mature Age Students
In terms of the Government Gazette of 07 December 26 November 2018, WSU accepts applications from prospective students who
have a National Certificate (Vocational-Level 4) and who wish to register for Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree programmes.
The minimum entry requirements do not necessarily guarantee admission to any qualifications offered by the university. Admission
depends on the availability of space and the student's overall performance.
The calculation of an Admission Point Score (APS) is based on a candidate’s achievement in all recognised subjects by using the
seven-point rating scale.
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Higher Certificate
1 HC: Versatile broadcasting 97037 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50% pass in
English 40-49%(E) for HG/ 50- three (3) fundamental subjects including
59%(D) for SG LOTL, 70% or more for Mathematics Literacy,
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Extended Diplomas
1. Diploma in Human Resources Management (ECP) 97043 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50% pass in
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- three (3) fundamental subjects including
59% (D) for SG LOTL, 60% or more for Mathematics Literacy,
60% pass in three (3) compulsory vocational
subjects.
Accounting or Mathematics with
30-39%(F) for HG/ 40-49% (E) for
SG
2. Diploma in Local Government Finance (ECP) 97045 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
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3. Diploma in Office Management and Technology 97049 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
(ECP) subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
4. Diploma in Management (ECP) 97046 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
5. Diploma in Public Relations (ECP) 101179 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
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Diplomas
1. Diploma in Administrative Management 114801 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
Accounting 40-49%(E) for HG/ 50-
subjects.
59% (E) for SG.
Business Economic 40-49%(E) for
HG/ 50-59% (E) for SG.
2. Diploma in Marketing Management 97048 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
Accounting or Mathematics or
Business Studies with 30-39%(F)
for HG/ 40-49% (E) for SG
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3. Diploma in Journalism 97044 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 50-59% (D) for HG/ 60- fundamental subjects, including LOTL, 70% or
69% (C) for SG more for Mathematics Literacy and 60% in
three relevant compulsory vocational subjects.
4. Diploma in Public Relations 101179 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 50-59% (D) for HG/ 60- fundamental subjects, including LOTL, 70% or
69% (C) for SG more for Mathematics Literacy and 60% in
Two additional subjects with 50-
three relevant compulsory vocational subjects.
59% (D) for HG/ 60-69% (C) for SG
5. Diploma in Public Management 97051 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
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6. Diploma in Policing 97050 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
7. Diploma in Local Government Finance 97045 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
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9. Diploma in Small Business Management 117828 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
10. Diploma in Office Management and Technology 97049 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50 % in three
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- fundamental subjects, including LOTL and
59% (D) for SG 60% in three relevant compulsory vocational
subjects.
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12. Diploma in Tourism Management 97053 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50% pass in
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- three (3) fundamental subjects including
59% (D) for SG LOTL, 60% or more for Mathematics Literacy,
60% pass in three (3) compulsory vocational
subjects.
13. Diploma in Hospitality Management 97042 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50% pass in
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- three (3) fundamental subjects including
59% (D) for SG LOTL, 60% or more for Mathematics Literacy,
60% pass in three (3) compulsory vocational
subjects.
14. Diploma in Sport Management 97052 Grade 12 pass with achievement in the A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
subjects as follows. issued by the Council for General and Further
Education and Training with 50% pass in
English 40-49% (E) for HG/ 50- three (3) fundamental subjects including
59% (D) for SG LOTL, 60% or more for Mathematics Literacy,
60% pass in three (3) compulsory vocational
subjects.
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Advanced Diploma In Public Management 101208 A pass of 65% in a relevant Diploma with Qualifying learners could follow a career within
360 credits. the Public Sector in:
• Financial Services.
• Administration.
• Management.
• Project Management
Advanced Diploma Public Relations Management 101180 Three-year first degree (current Diploma) or Graduates from this programme can work as
equivalent Recognised Prior Learning (360 communication practitioners
credits).
Public Relations Practitioner.
Senior communication practitioners
Communication officer.
Brand ambassador
Spokesperson.
Public Speaker
Bachelor of Administration 97052 The minimum admission requirement for Equip learners for careers in administration,
this undergraduate is development and management divisions of the
public, private and civic services. Develop
learners who can also join commerce and
industry or follow an innovative path and
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Minimum statutory NSC requirements for become entrepreneurs and job creators. This
degree entry must be met i.e. NSC with an programme will empower learners already in
achievement rating the civil service to gain in-depth knowledge and
specialized skills to become best innovative
-NSC Achievement rating of at least 4 (50- practitioners at graduate levels.
59%) in English.
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Bachelor of Administration Honours 80846 Bachelor of Commerce in Business To equip graduates to enter the fields of
Management, NQF level 7 Or Advanced
Diploma in Management, NQF level 7 Or political science
Cognate Advanced Diploma, NQF Level 7. general public administration at
strategic and managerial levels.
Administration,
Development
Management divisions of the public,
private and civic services.
Business leaders
Entrepreneurs
Public Sector Consultants
Master of Public Administration 99557 To qualify for admission to this qualification, There are several job opportunities available for
be in a possession of recognized and MPA graduates:
appropriate Bachelor of Administration Activist.
Business Administrator.
Honours qualification or related one. Be
Event Coordinator.
competent to work independently and
Executive Assistant.
display scholarly thinking. Foreign Correspondent.
Foreign Service Officer.
Government Relations Manager.
Human Resource Specialist.
Government and municipal official
Politician
Political analyst
City or municipal Manager.
Local Government Administrator.
Policy Analyst.
NGO or Foundation Manager or Director.
Budget Director
Association or Non-profit Executive.
Economic or Business Development
Director.
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International students
Applications from international students are considered in terms of the institutional equivalence reference document and (where required) submission of qualification to
SAQA for benchmarking in terms of the NQF. Such applications are also subject to the requirements under Rule G1.8 in the general prospectus.
Admission in terms of Mature Age students, Endorsement will be in terms of Rule G1.13 in the general prospectus.
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No students are to be re-admitted to any Degree programme if they have not been registered in the last 2 years preceding the year of registration.
Students who were previously registered within the last 3 to 5 years of the current year of registration will have to write an examination on the pre-requisite
subject. This examination will be written at the same time as the Special Examinations.
The Head of Department may, if the student has been working in commerce and/or accounting related employment, allow the student to write the entrance
examination. This applies to students who were registered more than 5 years before the current year.