Advanced Postgraduate Diploma: Religious Studies
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About this qualification
This is an advanced postgraduate qualification focused on the academic study of religion, situated within the field of Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society. It is positioned at NQF Level 7 and carries 128 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in Religious Studies or an understanding of religion and its relationship to ethical and social foundations. It may be relevant to learners planning further study or work related to religious, ethical or academic contexts, subject to the applicable admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic and professional development related to Religious Studies and religious or ethical foundations of society. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical engagement with religious and ethical ideas
- Academic analysis of religion and society
- Interpretation of concepts within Religious Studies
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Postgraduate Diploma: Religious Studies
- SAQA ID
- 15083
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2009 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm the current assessment arrangements and any study, attendance or other completion requirements with the provider.
- Ask whether the qualification is available for new enrolment and whether the published qualification information is current.