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Diploma in Public Accountability at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

A two-year diploma on public regulation, service delivery and development within the governance framework set by legislation, regulations and policies of the public sector. It is offered at the Bellville Park campus.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences  |  Duration: Two years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for administrative, supervisory and management-related roles in municipalities, government departments, public entities and other public sector organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate with at least Level 3 (40%) in English (language of learning and teaching) and in three other NSC subjects, excluding Life Orientation; alternative routes listed on the programme page.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 56,129 a year (2025). Estimated 2025 study fee for the first year of study (listed as 'UGDip (Public Accountability)'), per the SU Yearbook Part 3 student fees; for South African and permanent-resident students; includes module costs per SU; excludes textbooks, society dues, r Source

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.su.ac.za/en/apply/undergrad

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