Advanced University Diploma: Health Studies
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Advanced University Diploma in Health Studies is a 240-credit, NQF Level 7 qualification in the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is designed as advanced university-level study relating broadly to health and rehabilitation services. The available information does not establish a specific occupational focus or detailed curriculum.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification might interest people seeking advanced study in health studies, particularly those interested in the broader area of rehabilitative health and services. It should not be treated as an admission rule, and prospective students should confirm whether it suits their intended study or career pathway.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for further interests in health studies and rehabilitative health or services. No approved related careers are mapped to this qualification in the available information, so it should not be presented as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Academic understanding of health studies
- Awareness of rehabilitative health and services
- Advanced study and analysis in a health-related field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced University Diploma: Health Studies
- SAQA ID
- 5485
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification, if it is being advertised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any study or workplace requirements before applying.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether it aligns with your intended further-study or career plans.
- Ask the provider to clarify the qualification’s current recognition and any applicable professional or registration implications before paying fees.