Bachelor of Arts Honours in Art History
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Art History is an NQF Level 8, 120-credit honours qualification focused on advanced study in the field of art history. It is associated with the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework and was originated by the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with art history and related arts or cultural fields, particularly those interested in further study, research, interpretation or critical engagement with art and visual culture. This is guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for further academic or research-oriented work and for roles involving analysis, interpretation, writing or engagement with arts and cultural material. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical analysis
- Research and information-gathering
- Interpretation of art and visual material
- Academic and analytical writing
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Art History
- SAQA ID
- 81015
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Performing Arts
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with the relevant official sources.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment format and whether any research, practical or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment, as the available record indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 but does not confirm the current status.