BPolSci (Political Science)
University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities
Key Information
Campus location
Pretoria, South Africa
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
3 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Introduction
BPolSci (Political Science)
Politics is a part of human existence, and social interactions invariably involve political relationships. Politics is essential for a just and humane way of life. The study of politics helps us understand the dynamics of power and how this directly and indirectly effects the state. This program will help you understand politics within state borders. It will develop key analytical skills that will help you explain political events and how politics affects society. Political studies take into account a variety of non-political or related influences that affect politics. This program provides a description of political facts, an explanation of how and why politics occurs, and a prescription of what should happen in the political world.
If you are interested in improving the human condition, then you are an ideal candidate for this program.
Students who excel in this programare:
- committed active citizens; and
- want to improve their communityand society in general.
Successful students refine theirresearch, communication and dataanalysis skills and are widely soughtafter in the private and public sectors.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Policy analysis and consultation, political analysis and communication, governance, conflict resolution, strategic intelligence, political development and mobilisation and risk analysis.