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Bachelor of Education Honours in Education Management at Central University of Technology, Free State

Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa

Programme overview

Graduates of the Bachelor of Education Honours in Education Management are equipped with advanced leadership, administrative, and strategic skills. This qualification prepares education professionals to manage institutions effectively, navigate complex educational legislation, and drive organisational excellence. Furthermore, achieving this Honours degree will significantly improve a candidate’s professional standing and position when applying for promotion within the education sector.

Faculty: Humanities  |  Department: Post Graduate Studies in Education  |  Duration: 1 year (full time) or 2 years (part-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Educational Leadership & Administration; Education Finance, Law & Compliance; Student Support & Educational Psychology; Research & Academic Pathway.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: Applicants must meet one of the following qualification combinations: A four-year professional teaching degree; An appropriate bachelor’s degree and a recognised professional teaching qualification; or A four-year professional teaching qualification, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Educational Management. Required Academic Performance & Prerequisites: Minimum Average: Successful students must have obtained an average of 60% in the final year of their BEd degree studies or in their PGCE to be considered. Research Component: The curriculum includes a dedicated Research Methods and Techniques module, which requires the completion and evaluation of a formal research project. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: Duration & Study Mode: This programme is offered as one year’s full-time or two years’ part-time study. After successful completion, the Bachelor of Education (Honours) Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT. Important for Working Teachers: Students in employment as teachers MUST register as part-time students (i.e., over two years). Any person enrolled whilst holding a position at a place of work in terms of the Labour Relations Act (Act No. 66 of 1995) is considered a part-time student. Selection Process: Admission is strictly subject to achieving the compulsory 60% minimum average and meeting the specific prior qualification requirements. Please note that admission is limited to the available space on both campuses.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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