Nelson Mandela University

Dip (Public Management) Extended curriculum

Programme Overview:

This programme provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses in order to prepare the student for a career in either the private or public sectors.

Faculty:

Faculty of Humanities

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Diploma (Dip)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

290

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

305

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

305

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met. • Mathematics – 30%, or Technical Mathematics, or Mathematical Literacy – 50%.

Career opportunities:

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