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Bachelor of Arts Honours: Geography

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SAQA ID21558
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a postgraduate Bachelor of Arts Honours qualification focused on Geography. It is set at NQF level 8 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework and carries 120 credits. The qualification is associated with the University of the Western Cape as originator.

What this qualification may cover

  • Advanced academic study in Geography within the General Social Science subfield

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced academic study in Geography, particularly those considering further study or work related to geographic and social-science contexts, may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and work in contexts where geographic knowledge is relevant. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Geography-focused academic analysis
  • Social-science reasoning
  • Independent higher-level study

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours: Geography
SAQA ID
21558
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2014-12-31
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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