The basic studies programme is a broad introduction to the humanities, the social sciences or the natural sciences. A bachelor degree consists of a two year basic studies programme followed by a specialised degree course in two different subjects, which are studied for a 1 year each. A combination degree consists of a two year basic studies programme followed by a specialised degree course in two different subjects, which are studied for a half year each. A single subject degree consists of a two year basic studies programme followed by a specialised degree course in one subject. Single subject degrees are only offered in Administration and Technological and Socio-Economic Planning.
D degree consists of a three year research training programme.
It normally follows a master's degree. I O N 2 years. The basic studies programme is not a degree in itself, but forms the basis for a specialised degree course.