Bachelor of Arts: Development Studies
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts: Development Studies is a higher-education qualification focused broadly on understanding social and development-related issues. It is recorded at NQF Level 6 in the General Social Science subfield and carries 388 credits. The supplied record indicates that its registration ended on 30 June 2009, so its present availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest people who want to develop a broad understanding of social conditions, development challenges and related issues, and who are considering further study or work in areas connected with the social sciences. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to development-related and broader social-science work, but no specific career relationships were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration ended in 2009, prospective learners should first confirm whether any currently available qualification or successor is authorised for enrolment.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Broad social-science understanding
- Analysis of development-related issues
- Critical thinking
- Written and verbal communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts: Development Studies
- SAQA ID
- 4559
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 388
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status directly, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited by the relevant authorities.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any workplace, practical or other participation requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID, NQF level, credit value and any successor qualification in the provider’s current documentation.