About the Programme
The Bridging Programme is designed to improve the mathematical abilities of students intending to enrol for the SAICA-accredited BCom in Accounting degree, and runs for a full semester, only on the Distance Learning Online study mode. A combination of foundational and core skills derived from the compulsory modules built in the semester of study will ensure that students adapt effectively in the full BCom in Accounting degree.
On successful completion of the programme, the student will be entitled to be admitted into the SAICA-accredited Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting degree, as accredited by the Higher Education Quality Committee of the Council on Higher Education (CHE).
What We Offer
- Flexible learning that fits around your work and life.
- A structured weekly journey with easy-to-follow schedules.
- Lecturers available for guidance during the day and after hours.
- An engaging and supportive community walking the learning journey with you.
- Choice to write assessments online or at one of our many venues across South Africa and Namibia.
Programme Structure
The programme consists of four compulsory modules that are offered in both semesters during a year. These are:
- Introduction to Professional Accounting Studies
- Digital Skills for Financial Analysis
- Financial Reporting Principles
- Mathematical Principles for Financial Analysis
- A flexible six-month, online programme
- There are two intakes each year (February and July).
- Compulsory modules must be completed by all students, in order to be admitted to the BCom in Accounting degree.
- Candidates will receive credits for the relevant modules passed, when they enrol for the BCom in Accounting degree.
- Candidates may NOT register for any other modules unless they have registered for Introduction to Professional Accounting Studies IPAS01-5.
- Students are provided with administrative support by Student Services.
- Lecturers will present a compulsory weekly online class per module.
- Students will have an option to attend class during normal business hours or after business hours.
- Interactive group discussions allow students to learn from lecturers and peers.
- Students have access to lecturers with whom they can interact individually during online lecturer consultation sessions.
- Students who experience study and/or personal problems have access to a student support adviser.
- All support services are available to registered students via myMilpark (myCourses).
- The Milpark library provides access to eBooks in a virtual library called Cyberlibris (Scholartext).
