Bachelor of Social Science Honours at Walter Sisulu University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) (WS5404) deepens undergraduate Social Science knowledge and introduces students to research methods and problem-solving skills within a multidisciplinary framework. It is strongly research oriented and caters for learners and professionals in the private, public and development spheres.

Faculty: Faculty of Law, Humanities and Social Sciences | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Research officer; development and programme officer; cultural expert; social and political analyst; law enforcer; demographer; epidemiologist; non-governmental organisation coordinator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The programme is open to all candidates with a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent. A minimum 60% average score is required from the Bachelor’s degree. Should a student’s marks fall short of this score, the Department may motivate that the student be enrolled. Such motivation is circumstance-specific and may be accepted or turned down by the faculty. A student is further required to meet all the required university general rules and regulations.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process

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