Political studies examines power within society. Who has power, how they use it, who wants power and what they will do to get it. By studying political studies, you will gain insight into how government institutions work and how the power relationship works between citizens and the state. You will also learn how governments operate and interact with each other, and the impact policies and laws have on a country’s stability and economic growth.
South Africa has a rich and fascinating political history. By studying Political Studies in South Africa, you will get a glimpse into the past, present and future of South Africa’s political landscape. Political Studies qualifications cover different political ideologies and the fundamentals of both political science and international relations. If you have always been interested in politics, you will enjoy studying this qualification so that you can possibly pursue a career in government and politics.
Potential careers for political studies include lobbyists, political campaign managers, political consultants or political commentators. You could choose to work for a non-governmental organisation (NGO) and make a difference in the country or even become a leading political candidate and run for a position in government.
Political studies as a study area in the IIE Bachelor of Social Science is available at Emeris. If you are interested in applying for the IIE Bachelor of Social Science degree, more information can be found here.
Politics is everywhere! Politics and power dynamics underpin all relationships in society – internationally, nationally, locally and even inside the home. By studying Political Studies at Emeris, you will enjoy the opportunity of being at the heart of the socio-political issues that have a real and lasting impact on society and the human condition. Political Studies will equip you with highly valued, globally relevant skills and will increase your local and international career opportunities.
To study Political Studies you can enrol for the IIE Bachelor of Social Science degree with international studies and political studies, available at Emeris.
Following completion of your three-year IIE Bachelor of Social Science degree, you can articulate into the IIE Bachelor of Social Science Honours with a specialisation in Political Studies, and subsequently, research an IIE Master of Philosophy in Arts. These degrees are available at Emeris.
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Choose the programme that matches your goals. All include practical experience and industry exposure.
Duration: 4 years part-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 3 years full-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Choose the programme that matches your goals. All include practical experience and industry exposure.
Duration: 1 year full-time
Honours Degree
NQF Level: 8
Credits: 120
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 2 years part-time
Masters
NQF Level: 9
Credits: 180
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Completing your Political Studies qualification with Emeris will allow you a wide range of exciting and diverse career opportunities, including:
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