Courses required to become a Copywriter in South Africa

This site currently lists 4 courses across 4 South African institutions (3 public universities and 1 private institution) that lead to becoming a Copywriter: 4 Bachelor's Degrees. Entry requirements, subject choices and admission scores differ by institution and by qualification type, so it is worth comparing more than one route below before deciding where to apply. This career falls under our Arts, Design & Media course category.

Where to study to become a Copywriter in South Africa

The 3 public universities and 1 private institution listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Copywriter. Admission requirements differ by institution, so check the Grade 12 subjects and admission score on each course page before applying.

Universities that Offer Courses for Copywriters (3)

3 courses across 3 universities lead toward a career as a Copywriter, including the Bachelor of Arts specialising in Languages and Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Private Colleges that Offer Courses for Copywriters (1)

One option here: the Bachelor of Creative Writing at AFDA. See its exact admission requirements in the course list below.

Available courses to study towards becoming a Copywriter

4 courses

Universities (3)

University of Pretoria logo

Bachelor of Arts specialising in Languages

UP · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
APS 30+
University of South Africa logo

Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing

UNISA · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years minimum, studied part-time via distance learning (longer if you spread it out)
APS 20+
University of the Free State logo

BA (Language Practice)

UFS · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years
AP 30

Private Colleges (1)

AFDA logo

Bachelor of Creative Writing

AFDA · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years full-time
See requirements