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Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science

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SAQA ID116833
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 8 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is located in the Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship subfield and is associated with Stellenbosch University as originator. Its focus is advanced study in political science, but detailed curriculum information is not available here.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in advanced academic study of political science, public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. It may also suit learners considering further study in a related area, subject to the provider's admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and work-related preparation connected with political science and its broader field. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any career. Verify how the qualification is viewed for a particular role or further-study pathway before enrolling.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science
SAQA ID
116833
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
Stellenbosch University
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

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