Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) Course Requirements at Univen
University of Venda · Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
The Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) is a bachelor's Degree offered by Univen for 2027 learners, taking 3 years to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) at Univen
National Senior Certificate with an adequate achievement (50-59%) or better in English or an African Language, plus a minimum admission points score.
About this course
This programme trains students to research, produce and critically analyse media content across print, broadcast and digital platforms. It combines media theory with practical production skills, preparing graduates for careers that shape public communication and opinion.
Possible careers
Broadcaster, Content Strategist, Journalist, Media Producer, Public Relations Officer, Social Media Manager
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply directly through Univen's own online application system at www.univen.ac.za. Applications for the 2027 intake open on 1 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026; the application itself is free but requires a South African ID or passport number, a cellphone number and an email address.
Course intelligence for Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies)
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Broadcaster. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
As a Bachelor's Degree at Univen, a public institution, this course generally falls within NSFAS’s undergraduate funding scope. Funding is means-tested and not automatic, so confirm your own eligibility at nsfas.org.za before relying on it.
Admission chances
Univen’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with Univen and NSFAS.
- Applications for 2027 studies
- Open: 1 May 2026
- Close: 30 September 2026
Exact closing day not yet published by Univen for 2026 - month shown is accurate.
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- Duration
- 3 years
- NQF Level
- 7
- APS / Points
- NSC 30
- Campus
- Thohoyandou Campus, Thohoyandou
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