Courses required to become a Public Servant in South Africa
This site currently lists 8 courses across 7 South African institutions (4 public universities and 3 private institutions) that lead to becoming a Public Servant: 7 Bachelor's Degrees and 1 Bachelor Honours Degree. 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 Humanities & Social Sciences course category.
Where to study to become a Public Servant in South Africa
The 4 public universities and 3 private institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Public Servant. 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 Servants (4)
5 courses across 4 universities lead toward a career as a Public Servant, including the BA or BSS Extended Studies and Bachelor of Social Science (BSS). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.
Private Colleges that Offer Courses for Public Servants (3)
3 courses across 3 private colleges lead toward a career as a Public Servant, including the BSocSci (Politics, Philosophy and Economics) and IIE Bachelor of Social Science Honours. Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.
Available courses to study towards becoming a Public Servant
8 courses