BA Media Studies (Extended Curriculum Programme) at University of Limpopo

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies (Extended Curriculum Programme) is listed in the University of Limpopo Undergraduate Prospectus 2027 faculty requirements under the School of Languages and Communication Studies in the Faculty of Humanities. The programme runs for 4 years of study as an extended curriculum programme linked to the regular degree, giving an additional year.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Department: School of Languages and Communication Studies | Duration: 4 years | Location: Polokwane (Mankweng), Limpopo, South Africa

Career pathways

Possible careers listed: Radio broadcasting, newspaper and magazine editor, journalist, radio and film producer, marketing manager, radio and TV announcer, information technologist, media economist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 23. NSC with Bachelor exemption: Life Orientation level 3 and English level 3 minimum (general rule); programme requirements: English level 4 (50-59%) AND an additional language level 4 (50-59%). Additional subjects contribute to the minimum APS total. Minimum APS 23.

ZAR 39,000 a year (2026). Level 2 of study: the TOTAL the 2026 Tuition Fees Detailed Qualifications schedule prints for the modules listed at that level (qualification code BMEB01). Tuition only; excludes residence, registration, application and other fees. The schedule does not s Source

Applications are submitted online. A non-refundable application handling fee of R200 applies for South African applicants and R750 for international applicants, paid by bank deposit with proof of payment attached to the application.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ul.ac.za/admissions/undergraduate-studies/

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