Bachelor of Technology: Internal Auditing at Durban University of Technology

The Bachelor of Science in Internal Auditing (BSIA) is a four-year program that provides general accounting education to learners wanting to pursue a professional career in Internal Auditing.

How to apply

Planning a successful career at DUT does not have to be a vague dream. We help prospective students make it a reality.

Are you having trouble deciding what career you would like to follow? We have developed a Career Decision-Making page – designed to take undecided learners through the career decision-making process in a systematic and user-friendly manner.

We hope that the information provided will enable you to make an informed decision about applying to DUT. To help you get the most out of the information provided, here are a few key points you should bear in mind:

Identify the course you wish to study. Programmes offered can be found in the 2021 Career leaflets and Study Opportunities.

The minimum entrance requirements for admission to the DUT for a South African applicant is as below:

For Bachelor’s Degree programmes:

a National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by the Council for General and Further Education and Training (Umalusi), with a minimum achievement rating of 3 for English and a minimum achievement rating of 4 in four NSC 20-credit subjects chosen from the NSC designated subject list.

Minimum Requirement For Admission For NCV Level For Applicants

For Bachelor’s Degree:

A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 with the following minimum requirements:

At least 60% in three fundamental subjects, including English; and

At least 70% in four compulsory vocational subjects, chosen from the National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4

Over and above the minimum entrance requirements, each department also sets specific entrance requirements with which applicants need to comply.

International applicants are required to check the International Brochure for detailed information on the admission process.

Apply online at the Central Applications Office (CAO). (A prospective student who wishes to study at DUT must apply via the CAO by visiting their website at www.cao.ac.za).

Duration: 4 years

What are the top five skills required for an internal auditor?

Analytical and critical thinking (73%)

Communication skills (61%)

Data mining and analytics (50%)

General IT knowledge (49%)

Business acumen (46%)

What are the careers in internal auditing?

There are two main career paths for internal auditors. You can either: Continue to specialize and become the Head of Internal Audit. Broaden your skillset and move on to become Finance Manager (and then Finance Director) of a particular operating unit.