University of Mpumalanga campus

Arts & Humanities

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science at University of Mpumalanga

University of Mpumalanga, South Africa

Programme overview

Bachelor of Arts Honours-Political ScienceThe Bachelor of Arts Honours-Political Science is a 1-year full-time programme. Bachelor of Arts Honours-Political Science is structured to provide training in Political Science theories, practice and research applications. The modules offer students a wide range of historical and contemporary societal issues and concerns which are political in nature.

Faculty: Faculty of Economics, Development and Business Sciences  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Career pathways

Graduates of this programme have varied career opportunities in different sectors. A graduate in this field can explore employment opportunities in government departments as administrators.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of 60% in Political Science or International Relations third year modules and 60% average degree score in the relevant preceding undergraduate degree is required.

ZAR 49,415 a year (2026). 2026 tuition for Year 1 per UMP 2026 Fees Handbook (fixed amount); excludes accommodation, application fee and other administrative fees Source

Main intake: February; first-year lectures started on 09 February 2026 with registration in January. Second semester registration runs 20 July to 31 July 2026. Master's and doctoral postgraduate orientation was held 04 to 08 May 2026.

Applications for honours programmes and postgraduate diplomas for 2027 close on 30 January 2027.

Applications for 2027 admission open on 01 June 2026. The non-refundable application fee is R200 for South African applicants, R400 for SADC applicants and R550 for other international applicants.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ump.ac.za/apply

Explore more study programmes

Arts & Humanities

Bachelor of Arts

University of Mpumalanga, South Africa

Degree
Bachelor's
Next intake
Main intake: February; first-year lectures started on 09 February 2026 with registration in January.

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.