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Advanced Diploma in Visual Communication Design

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SAQA ID110059
NQF Level7
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Advanced Diploma in Visual Communication Design is a 120-credit, NQF Level 7 higher-education qualification in the Design Studies subfield. It is intended for advanced study and development in visual communication design, subject to the institution’s applicable requirements.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing advanced higher-education study in visual communication design and developing their knowledge and practice in this field might consider it. This is general guidance and not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards visual communication design-related work or further study, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Visual communication design practice
  • Design-focused visual thinking
  • Communicating ideas through visual design

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Advanced Diploma in Visual Communication Design
SAQA ID
110059
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
120
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
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  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.