Description
The Bachelor of Communication Honours forms an integral part of the learning pathway for students who are
enrolled for the Bachelor of Communication degree at the Namibia University of Science and Technology. The
development of this programme is in line with the vision of the University, i.e., to be a premier university of science
and technology, preparing leaders for the new economy. This programme produces communication specialists and
spin doctors that are vital for Namibia’s competitiveness as a global player.
Graduates of this programme will be able to contribute towards national development imperatives in the sense that
for the economy to realise its development goals it needs to have highly qualified personnel in all disciplines,
including Communication experts and professionals. Also, graduates will be adaptable and proactive solution
providers of communication problems in dynamic multicultural private and public organisations.
This programme is fully aligned with requirements of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), the NUST
Curriculum Framework, and it also conforms to regional and international nomenclature, standards, and quality.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Communication Honours, candidates must have a Bachelor of
Communication degree or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7 from a recognised institution, worth at least 360
credits.
Students who obtained their Bachelor degrees, or equivalent qualifications, from other Universities may be required
to make up for any deficiencies as deemed necessary by the Department.