A certificate is an official credential indicating you have acquired expertise by focusing on studies in a particular area.
A certificate in social sciences can help students learn how to collect, interpret, and analyze social science data.
Admission Requirements:
(a) Candidate must be in possession of a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in which at least sixty percent (60%) has been obtained in the final formal assessment (examination) of the appropriate subject.
(b) Candidate who does not meet this requirement may be admitted to the Honours study on the special recommendation or screening process of the Head of Department and the Executive Dean concerned with the approval of Senate.
Duration:
(a) Minimum of one year and a maximum of two years.
Can you teach history with a social science degree?
In order to teach History/Social Science in South Africa secondary schools, students must earn a teaching credential in History/Social Science.
Either complete the Social Science Subject Matter Program or obtain a passing grade on the examinations in Social Science.
What jobs can you get with social science?
Intelligence analyst.
Human resources manager.
Police officer.
Lawyer.
Public relations manager.
Political consultant.
Social worker.
Professor.