Overview

There is a recognition that the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) requires different skills, competencies, and graduates should emerge with multi-disciplinary skills and attributes. The University is committed to providing curricula that are flexible and allow students to co-create their learning programmes. The BA in Politics, Economics and Technology (PET) from University of Johannesburg offers a combination of three internationally recognised majors that suits those going into politics, policy, journalism, and many other areas.

Possible careers include:

Careers in government or public service; NGOs, Public benefit organisations; international organisations; multinational corporations; the banking sector; consultants; policy advisors; analysts; data analysts; junior researchers; project coordinators.

Programme Structure

Majors and elective modules to combine with your major include:

Politics;
Economics;
Information Portals & Search Engine Optimisation;
Information Systems;
Informatics;
Social Media Management & Knowledge Economy;

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Credits

408 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

Disciplines

Economics Information Technology (IT) Political Science View 23 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Final School results
Valid Passport or Identity Document or Birth Certificate
Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)
Provide proof of a non - refundable Application Fee R200.00

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

47813 ZAR / year

≈ 47813 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

47813 ZAR / year

≈ 47813 ZAR / year

Additional Details

R47 812.66 R59 067.62 Internationals have to pay R17 780.00 extra.

Living costs

Johannesburg

South Africa

8434 - 12036 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Politics, Economics and Technology (PET).

Available Scholarships

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Johannesburg

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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