Bachelor of Arts Honours in History
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in History is an advanced higher-education qualification focused on the study and interpretation of history, traditions, and legacies. It is set at NQF level 8 and carries 120 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit graduates who want to deepen their academic engagement with history and develop further knowledge in the study of traditions, history, and legacies. It may also be considered by people interested in progressing in history-related academic or research contexts, subject to the relevant institution’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic study and history-related research or knowledge work, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration, or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Historical research
- Critical analysis and interpretation
- Academic writing and communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in History
- SAQA ID
- 116831
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Traditions History and Legacies
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- Not specified in source
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before applying.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements and any prerequisite qualification requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any research, project, or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value, and delivery details directly with the provider.