Bachelor of Arts Honours in Linguistics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Linguistics is an NQF level 8 higher-education qualification focused on advanced academic engagement with linguistics, the study of language. It carries 120 credits and falls within the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study of language, linguistics, and related traditions, histories, or legacies might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s published requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
No specific related careers are mapped in the supplied evidence. The qualification may provide academic preparation relevant to further study or language-related opportunities, but its relevance to a particular role should be checked against employer requirements and it does not guarantee employment or career entry.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Linguistics
- SAQA ID
- 110856
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Traditions History and Legacies
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the offering corresponds to the verified SAQA record.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to explain the assessment approach and any academic, research, or workplace-related requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 110856, NQF level, credit value, and delivery details in the current institutional information.