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Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Studies

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SAQA ID24383
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Studies is an NQF Level 8, 120-credit honours qualification in the Cultural Studies subfield. It is intended to support advanced study and engagement with visual studies within a humanities and cultural studies context. The qualification was originated by the University of Pretoria.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit graduates who want to deepen their academic engagement with visual studies, cultural interpretation and related humanities-based inquiry. Prospective students should confirm the institution's specific admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, cultural or visually focused career development by providing advanced study in Visual Studies. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Critical engagement with visual material
  • Cultural analysis
  • Academic inquiry in visual studies
  • Written communication about visual and cultural subjects

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Visual Studies
SAQA ID
24383
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
2
Subfield
Cultural Studies
Originator
University of Pretoria
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available information indicates that its registration may have ended on 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is open for enrolment.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements, including any prior-qualification requirements.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment format, study expectations and any academic or practical requirements before enrolling.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 24383, NQF level and credit value in the provider's current documentation.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.