The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration aims to prepare senior managers for their roles in managing complex problems in the public sector. The Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration is aimed at persons at the levels of Assistant Director, Deputy Director, Director, and Chief Director in public service.
Requirements
• An appropriate Bachelor’s degree; OR
• Admission to the status of that degree in terms of Rule GR7 (a); OR
• Attained a level of competence as defined by Rule GR7 (b);
• A School/College may prescribe further criteria for admission to study. Consult College Handbooks on www.ukzn.ac.za;
• Some Schools/Colleges may accept an Advanced Diploma for entry into a Postgraduate Diploma if HEQF (Higher Education Qualification Framework) requirements are met.
Duration
1 Year
Curriculum
The curriculum will contain advanced reflection, practice, and research methods in the area of specialization and may include a sustained research project in accordance with College rules approved by Senate.
Online Applications
UKZN online applications are available to international and SADC (undergrad and postgrad) applicants and local postgraduate (new and returning) applicants.
ONLINE APPLICATIONS
The URL link for online applications is available on our UKZN web page.
The system is user-friendly.
In order for the application to be finalized and processed, the uploading of documents is required.
It is, therefore, recommended that these documents are electronically accessible for upload at the time
of application.
Once the application is complete, a student number is immediately issued with details of the application fee payable as well as banking details and a reference number to use when making payment.
Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee is payable on the submission of the application form.
• SA applicants on time –R210
• SA applicants late –R420
• SADC and Africa – R490
• Countries outside Africa – $153