pgstudies
Welcome to Stellenbosch University

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Public and Development Management​

Our programmes in public and development management focus on the needs of persons working in a managerial capacity in the public sector. We also offer academic certificate programmes and short courses by way of lectures and interactive telematic teaching.​​​

ADVANCED DIPLOMA

Our advanced diploma in Sustainable Development is a one-year hybrid programme, ideal for working professionals and graduates who want to create just and sustainable futures in the digital age. Benefit from self-directed online learning, regular online check-ins and three immersive in-person contact sessions throughout the year. 

honours programmes in public and development management

Our honours programmes are taught by way of lectures, with one contact session at the Bellville Park campus or in Tshwane, followed by interactive telematic teaching sessions in Stellenbosch or at other centres across South Africa and Namibia.​

master's PROGRAMMES IN PUBLIC AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT​

​​The MCom in Public and Development Management and the Master of Public Administration (MPA) are done by way of research, or coursework taught by way of lectures similar to the Honours programme. After completing these programmes, students may proceed to doctoral studies in Public and Development Management.

doctoral PROGRAMME IN PUBLIC AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT

​The PhD is obtained by way of research and writing a thesis.

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POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS​

 HONOURS DEGREES
  • BComHons (Public and Development Management​​)
  • Bachelor of Public Administration (BPAHons)
 MASTER​'S DEGREES
  • MCom (Public and Development Management​​)
  • ​​Master of Public Administration (MPA)​​​ ​
 DOCTORAL DEGREES
  • PhD (Public and Development Management)​​​
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Application Process