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Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design

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SAQA ID59870
NQF Level7
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a Bachelor of Arts focused on Graphic Design, positioned at NQF Level 7 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It carries 360 credits and is located in the Design Studies subfield. The qualification is intended to provide an advanced academic foundation in graphic design, although detailed learning content is not available here.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing bachelor's-level study in graphic design and developing an academic foundation in the design field might consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm that its focus and level match their educational goals and circumstances.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development towards graphic-design-related work or study, but specific career pathways are not confirmed by the available information. Completion should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Graphic design practice
  • Visual communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design
SAQA ID
59870
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
360
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
Design School Southern Africa, The (Pretoria and Johannesburg branches)
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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.

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