Postgraduate Diploma in Information Studies at University of KwaZulu-Natal

Programme overview

Postgraduate Diploma study in Information Studies at UKZN's College of Humanities, offered on the Pietermaritzburg Campus. The qualification sits at NQF level 8.

Faculty: College of Humanities, School of Social Sciences | Department: School of Social Sciences | Duration: Minimum two consecutive semesters | Intake: Semester 1 (closing 30 September) and Semester 2 (closing 30 April) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

The curriculum contains advanced reflection, practice and research methods in the area of specialisation and may include a sustained research project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours/postgraduate diploma entry (UKZN postgraduate guide, general rule): an appropriate Bachelor's degree, or admission to the status of that degree under Rule GR7; a School/College may prescribe further criteria.

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.

Postgraduate diplomas and certificates: Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 intakes.

Postgraduate diploma/certificate and honours: Semester 1 applications close 30 September; Semester 2 applications close 30 April.

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open. UKZN application fees: South African applicants R210 on time and R420 late; SADC and rest of Africa R490; outside Africa $153. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid with reference APPN followed by the student number.

Apply through the official page: https://erpweb.ukzn.ac.za/pls/ukznint/gen.gw1pkg.gw1view

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