Bachelor of Arts in Disaster and Safety Management
Lyceum Online’s Bachelor of Arts in Disaster and Safety Management (SAQA ID 91934; NQF Level 7, 360 credits) prepares learners to plan, coordinate, and lead responses to natural and human‑made disasters, with strong emphasis on occupational health and safety and multi‑agency collaboration across government and NGOs.
The programme is CHE‑accredited, DHET‑registered, offered online with primarily digital study materials, can typically be completed in 3–6 years, and offers progression to NQF Level 8 plus elective/specialisation options such as Construction & Mine Safety.
SAQA ID 91934 | NQF Level 7 | Credits 360
Overview of the Programme
What the degree is about
This BA equips you to plan, coordinate, and lead responses to natural and human‑made disasters while strengthening workplace health & safety. You’ll learn how different agencies (government, emergency services, NGOs) work together to protect people and property, and how to build resilient communities. (SAQA ID 91934; NQF Level 7; 360 credits; CHE/DHET registered).
What you’ll study
Core foundations in Disaster Management, Occupational Health & Safety, General Management, and interpreting disaster management frameworks. Electives let you tailor your path—options include Public Law, Local Government Management, and Construction Safety, with an available specialisation in Construction & Mine Safety.
How it’s delivered
Designed for online study, with digital study materials and flexible pacing—typically 3 to 6 years to complete, depending on your load and personal life.
Entry snapshot
Standard entry is a National Senior Certificate with bachelor’s endorsement (or equivalent). There are RPL/CAT pathways and age exemptions for mature applicants.
Where it can take you
Roles like Emergency/Disaster Management Officer, Safety Officer, Risk & Compliance Coordinator, or Disaster Planning Specialist in public services, NGOs, and private industry.
Full Fee - R 22 380
Cash Settlement Fee - R 20 145
1st Year
Foundations of Disaster and Safety Management
Compulsory
- General Management
- Disaster Management 1
- Occupational Health and Safety 1
- Interpretation of Disaster Management
Electives
(Select one elective)
- Public Law
- Local Government Management 1
- Construction Safety 1
2nd Year
Applied Strategies in Disaster Risk Reduction and Safety
Compulsory
- Information and Communication
- Technology
- Disaster Management 2
- Occupational Health and Safety 2
- Events Risk Management
- Incident Management
Elective
(Select one elective)
- Media Relations for Disaster Management
- Practitioners
- Project Management
- Construction Safety 2
- Incident Management for Aviation
- Practitioners
3rd Year
Advanced Disaster Management and Leadership
Compulsory
- Disaster Management 3
- Occupational Health and Safety 3
- Disaster Risk Reduction and
Development - Crowd Management
Elective
(Select one elective)
- Introduction to Research
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Mine Safety
Full Fee - R 27 648
Cash Settlement Fee - R 24 882
Full Fee - R 24 954
Cash Settlement Fee - R 22 450
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