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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN SOCIOLINGUISTICS

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SAQA ID114188
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF level 8 honours qualification focused on the relationship between language and society. It sits within the General Social Science subfield and is associated with the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with sociolinguistics and the social dimensions of language. Prospective learners should confirm whether their prior studies meet the institution’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or research-oriented development in areas concerned with language and society. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Sociolinguistic analysis
  • Research and critical analysis
  • Understanding relationships between language and society

Official dataset information

Qualification title
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN SOCIOLINGUISTICS
SAQA ID
114188
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of South Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the intended institution and programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about assessment arrangements and whether any practical, research or workplace requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 114188, NQF level and credit value before applying.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.