Sol Plaatje University

Sol Plaatje University

Overview

Sol Plaatje University, located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is a relatively new university, established in 2014. The institution focuses on providing accessible higher education while also emphasizing the importance of social justice and community involvement.

Admission Requirements

  • Undergraduate: Minimum APS scores between 24 and 30, with specific subject requirements for certain programs.
  • Postgraduate: Relevant qualifications and a potential research proposal for research-focused programs.

Typical Courses

  • Undergraduate Courses:
    • Education, Humanities, Business, and Social Sciences.
  • Postgraduate Courses:
    • Master’s degrees and research opportunities in Education, Business, and Social Sciences.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate: Bachelor’s degrees (e.g., BA, BEd, BCom).
  • Postgraduate: Master’s degrees in specialized fields.

Study Years

  • Undergraduate: 3-4 years for most programs.
  • Postgraduate: Master’s programs usually take 1-2 years, while PhDs require 3-4 years.

Fees

Tuition fees for undergraduate students typically range from R25,000 to R45,000 annually.

Careers

Graduates from Sol Plaatje University typically find careers in:

  • Education, Business, Public Administration, and Social Services.

Benefits

  • Focus on social justice and transformative education.
  • Affordable tuition fees for South African students.
  • Small university with a personalized learning environment.

Drawbacks

  • Newer institution with fewer course offerings compared to established universities.
  • Limited facilities and resources compared to larger universities.