This one-year postgraduate Diploma programme offers students and professionals in the field of sport, recreation, development, and peacebuilding a unique opportunity to acquire in-depth training while retaining their current position.
Admission requirements
To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following minimum
requirements:
Candidates must be in possession of a 360 credits qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent in any cognate discipline.
A minimum of three years of working experience in the health or welfare sector is required.
A candidate may be admitted in terms of RPL with relevant experience, in accordance with Rule A.2.1.4 and approval of the Senate.
Additional supporting documents may be required by the University from time to time.
Selection – As only a limited number of students can be admitted to the programme, applicants will be subject to a selection procedure.
How to apply
Applications should be submitted to Ms Maryam Salie by email at marsalie@uwc.ac.za.
Applications must include a current CV, a motivation letter, certified copies of academic records (degree and transcript), and a writing sample, which may include a published article, a research paper or a thesis.
THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAMME IS 30 JUNE
What is the role of sports in peacebuilding?
The key to sport’s role in peacebuilding is the integrative process; bringing people together from different nations, religions and races.
In a modern era of conflict and humanitarian crises, sport can assist in the attainment of Sustainable Development Goal 16 which promotes peace, justice and strong institutions.