Courses required to become a Public Administrator in South Africa

This site currently lists 23 courses across 13 South African institutions (11 public universities and 2 private institutions) that lead to becoming a Public Administrator: 3 Diplomas, 2 Higher Certificates, 16 Bachelor's Degrees, 1 Bachelor Honours Degree and 1 Postgraduate Diploma. 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 Public Administration & Governance course category.

Where to study to become a Public Administrator in South Africa

The 11 public universities and 2 private institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Public Administrator. 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 Public Administrators (11)

20 courses across 11 universities lead toward a career as a Public Administrator, including the Diploma in Public Administration and Diploma in Public Administration (Extended). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Private Colleges that Offer Courses for Public Administrators (2)

3 courses across 2 private colleges lead toward a career as a Public Administrator, including the Higher Certificate in Local Government and Development Management and Higher Certificate in Public Management. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Available courses to study towards becoming a Public Administrator

23 courses

Universities (20)

Nelson Mandela University logo

Diploma: Public Management

NMU · Diploma · 3 years
See requirements

Private Colleges (3)

MANCOSA logoSee requirements
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Higher Certificate in Public Management

MANCOSA · Higher Certificate · 1 year
See requirements
Regent Business School logoSee requirements