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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS: INFORMATION SCIENCE FOR DEVELOPMENT

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SAQA ID113905
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF level 8 honours-level qualification focused on Information Science in development-related contexts. It is designed around the study and use of information within the Information Studies field, with attention to how information may relate to development.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit graduates who want to deepen their academic understanding of Information Science and its relationship to development. It may also be relevant to people interested in further study, research, information-related work or development-focused information contexts, subject to the institution’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or information-related development by strengthening advanced engagement with Information Science. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or access to a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Information research
  • Information analysis
  • Information management
  • Applying information perspectives to development-related contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS: INFORMATION SCIENCE FOR DEVELOPMENT
SAQA ID
113905
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
4
Subfield
Information Studies
Originator
University of Pretoria
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 supplied record shows a registration-end date of 25 July 2019 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme is open for new enrolment.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements, including any academic prerequisites.
  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any research, workplace or other practical requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 113905, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making an enrolment decision.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.