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Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science

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SAQA ID15858
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science is an advanced undergraduate-level qualification in the HEQSF at NQF level 8, focused on political science within the field of Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship. It carries 120 credits and was originated by the University of Venda. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024, while its current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by graduates or other eligible applicants seeking advanced study in political science, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship. Whether an individual may enrol depends on the provider’s current admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic study, research interests and policy- or politics-related career exploration. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No approved related careers were supplied, and the qualification’s current availability should be verified before making enrolment decisions.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Political science analysis
  • Critical analysis of political and public policy issues
  • Research and academic communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political Science
SAQA ID
15858
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of Venda
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.