B. Admin Public Administration at University of Pretoria

This program is directed towards the study of Public Administration that will equip the candidate for a career in the broad public sector. Candidates will gain in-depth knowledge of certain administrative and management practices in the South African and international public sectors.

Minimum admission requirements

To be able to register, candidates must comply with the minimum requirements for degree studies, as well as with the minimum requirements for the relevant program.

The calculation of an Admission Point Score (APS) is based on a candidate’s achievement in any SIX recognized NSC 20-credit subjects by using the NSC seven-point rating scale.

Life Orientation is a 10-credit subject and may not be used for calculating the APS.

Life Orientation is also not a faculty-specific subject requirement.

Duration: 3 years

Career Opportunities

Diplomats, political analysts, managers in the public sector, local government and the private sector, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and embassies

Tax Examiner.

Budget Analyst.

Public Administration Consultant.

City Manager.

Mayor.

International Aid/Development Worker.

Fundraising Manager.

Graduates are often employed in human resources sections and planning and general administrative divisions.

Public Administration Salary in South Africa

The salary range for people working in South Africa in Public Administration, Self-governance is typically from 14,075.00 ZAR (minimum salary) to 29,383.00 ZAR (highest average, the actual maximum salary is higher).

Is public administration a good career in South Africa?

Public administration salaries are good in South Africa, working for local government has many benefits, with a raft of perks for municipal employees.