Bachelor of Arts Honours in Philosophy
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Philosophy is an NQF level 8 qualification in the General Social Science subfield. It represents advanced study in philosophy beyond an undergraduate degree and is associated with Nelson Mandela University. The qualification carries 120 credits. Its registration position should be verified before enrolment, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with philosophy and broader social-science thinking. Prospective students should confirm that their prior qualifications and other admission conditions meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic development and work requiring careful reasoning, interpretation and analysis. No approved related-career mappings are available here, so it should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Reasoned argument and interpretation
- Academic inquiry and research
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Philosophy
- SAQA ID
- 101567
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- Nelson Mandela University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before making an enrolment decision.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, as well as any required prior qualification or subject background.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any research, contact, attendance or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Because the available record indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification, confirm whether new enrolment is permitted before proceeding.