This course builds on your existing public administration skills, introduces you to aspects of Public Law, and further prepares you for a career in public administration and management. Studying this course may be a good option if:

• You have already completed the N5-level course
• You want to take your public management skills to the next level
• You want to work towards a National N6 Diploma, which you can apply for once you have completed this course and gained 18 months of relevant practical experience

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• N6 – accredited by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)
• SAQA ID: 67000

12 months

N5

• Public Administration N6
• Municipal Administration N6
• Public Law N6
• Computer Practice N6

Upon completion of this course, students will be awarded a National Certificate: N6 Public Management from the DHET. After students have completed this course, and submitted proof that they have gained 18 months of relevant practical experience, they will be awarded a National N6 Diploma from DHET. Please note: In order to qualify for a National Diploma, students must pass at least Introductory Computer Practice N4.

N courses are offered and assessed by Oxbridge Academy. After gaining a qualifying year mark, students will be admitted to write the national examination at an approved venue. Read our N4-N6 Exam letter for information on writing the exams.

Need assistance with gaining practical work experience?

While you are busy with your course, or after you have completed your studies, you can sign up for the DHET’s free placement service – https://webapps.dhet.gov.za/iWIL – so that your profile can be matched with a suitable employer offering opportunities for Work Integrated Learning (WIL) or Workplace Based Learning (WBL) in your field of study.