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Bachelor of Arts Honours in Augmentative and Alternative Communication

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SAQA ID115345
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a postgraduate Bachelor of Arts Honours qualification focused on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)—approaches used to support communication when speech or natural communication is limited or not sufficient. It is offered at NQF level 8 in the General Social Science subfield and carries 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced academic study of Augmentative and Alternative Communication, particularly those whose interests or prior studies relate to communication support and the social sciences, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for further study or work connected with Augmentative and Alternative Communication. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Academic understanding of Augmentative and Alternative Communication
  • Critical engagement with communication-support concepts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Augmentative and Alternative Communication
SAQA ID
115345
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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