Bachelor of Arts (General) at University of the Witwatersrand

The Bachelor of Arts (General) at University of the Witwatersrand is a 3 years programme offered through Humanities. This page explains its admission score, required subjects and pathway options, and shows careers and related study options linked to the programme. Use VX Course Match to check your own subjects and marks.

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At a glance

Programme overview

InstitutionUniversity of the Witwatersrand

CampusBraamfontein

FacultyHumanities

QualificationBachelor's Degree

Duration3 years

Published score36.00

What you need

Entry requirements

Applicants must satisfy at least one published admission pathway, together with any requirements common to all pathways.

Pathway 1

  • English Home Language — 60.00%

Pathway 2

  • English First Additional Language — 60.00%
Where this programme can lead

Careers linked to this programme

Career links are indicative. Learners should research each occupation and confirm that the programme supports their intended pathway.

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Policy Analyst

Researches public or organisational issues, evaluates evidence and recommends policies or improvements to decision-makers.

JuniorR360 000 p.a.Mid-levelR580 000 p.a.SeniorR850 000 p.a.
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Writer

Creates written content such as books, articles, scripts or digital material for publication, communication or entertainment.

JuniorR180 000 p.a.Mid-levelR360 000 p.a.SeniorR650 000 p.a.
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Communications Officer

Plans and produces organisational communications, media content and public information for internal or external audiences.

JuniorR240 000 p.a.Mid-levelR420 000 p.a.SeniorR660 000 p.a.
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Journalist

Researches, verifies and reports news or feature stories for print, broadcast or digital audiences.

JuniorR220 000 p.a.Mid-levelR380 000 p.a.SeniorR650 000 p.a.
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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What admission score is required for Bachelor of Arts (General)?

The published score shown by VX Course Match is 36.00. Applicants must also satisfy the relevant subject pathway and any additional requirements.

Which subjects are required?

Published pathway subjects include English Home Language, English First Additional Language. Check each pathway carefully because alternatives may apply.

Are NBT results required?

No NBT requirement is recorded for this programme in the current VX dataset, but applicants should still confirm the latest institutional requirements.

How long does the programme take?

The published duration is 3 years.

Which careers can this programme lead to?

VX currently links this programme to careers such as Policy Analyst, Writer, Communications Officer, Journalist. These links are indicative and learners should research each career further.

Check your own eligibility

Admission criteria can change and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee an offer. Confirm all requirements directly with the institution.

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