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Bachelor of Arts Honours in Rural Development at University of Venda

University of Venda, South Africa

Programme overview

This 1 year Postgraduate programme develops advanced disciplinary knowledge, practical capability, research awareness and problem-solving skills in Arts Honours in Rural Development. Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture; department: Institute for Rural Development.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture  |  Department: Institute for Rural Development  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa

What you will study

Career pathways

Advanced professional and research roles in the discipline; specialist practice; preparation for master’s study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant bachelor’s degree, normally with an aggregate of at least 60% in the relevant major or final-year discipline. Admission is subject to departmental selection, capacity and University rules.

ZAR 39,790 a year (2026). Estimated 2026 tuition per year of study as listed in the 2026 Fees Booklet: first year R39,790; second year R22,390. Amount shown is the first year. Excludes residence and other fees. Source

Online applications for 2027 open on 01 May 2026 and close on 30 September 2026. No application fee is payable for 2027 applications.

Applications are completed online; the University does not charge an application fee.

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