Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music is an advanced undergraduate-level qualification focused on further study in the field of music. It is listed at NQF Level 8 with 128 credits and is associated with the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. The qualification is associated with the University of the Free State.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit graduates who want to deepen their academic engagement with music and develop a stronger foundation for further study, research or music-related work. Prospective learners should confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic development and music-related career preparation, but no specific related careers are mapped here and it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Its relevance to a particular career will depend on the learner’s prior education, practical experience and any additional requirements of employers or professional bodies.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engagement with music as an academic field
- Further analytical and critical study related to music
- Preparation for possible further study or research in music
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music
- SAQA ID
- 16778
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Music
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised to enrol learners for this qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether any prior music study or other prerequisites apply.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment approach, delivery format and expected workload.
- Confirm whether any practical, performance, attendance or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Check the qualification title, SAQA ID 16778, NQF level and credit value against the provider’s current information before making a decision.