Advanced Diploma in Sustainable Development
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About this qualification
The Advanced Diploma in Sustainable Development is a 120-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF level 7, associated with the Environmental Relations subfield. It is designed around advanced study of sustainable development, linking environmental considerations with broader development challenges.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people seeking advanced academic development in sustainability and environmental-development issues, particularly those who already have relevant higher-education experience and want to deepen their knowledge in this area. Admission should be confirmed with the institution or provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward work involving sustainability, environmental relations or development-related activities. No specific related careers were supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Sustainable development analysis
- Understanding relationships between environmental and development concerns
- Critical thinking about sustainability challenges
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Diploma in Sustainable Development
- SAQA ID
- 118458
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Environmental Relations
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-11-18
Before enrolling
- Verify the current SAQA registration status directly before enrolling, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 18 November 2024 and the current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification and that the qualification details match the official record.
- Check the applicable admission requirements with the provider.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace, experiential-learning or other completion requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the stated credits, NQF level and title are current.