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Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design

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SAQA ID87308
NQF Level7
Credits368
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design is a higher-education qualification focused on graphic design within the Design Studies field. It is recorded at NQF Level 7 with 368 credits and may provide a structured foundation for developing knowledge and capabilities relevant to graphic design practice.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in graphic design, visual communication and related creative work who are exploring bachelor-level study in the design field. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s published requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further exploration of graphic design-related work and creative-industry opportunities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are confirmed in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Graphic design practice
  • Visual communication
  • Design development

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design
SAQA ID
87308
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
368
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
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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