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Bachelor of Arts Honours: Linguistics

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SAQA ID21466
NQF Level7
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is an honours-level higher education qualification focused on the systematic study of language and linguistics. It was originated by the University of Cape Town and is recorded at NQF Level 7 with 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit people interested in advanced academic study of language, linguistic analysis and related research. It may also be considered by learners planning further study in linguistics or a related language field, subject to the relevant institution’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for further study related to linguistics. The supplied career relationship identifies Linguist as a further-study-related career, rather than confirming direct career entry or employment.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Linguistic analysis
  • Critical analysis of language-related information
  • Academic research and communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours: Linguistics
SAQA ID
21466
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
120
Field
4
Subfield
Language
Originator
University of Cape Town
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 directly with SAQA, as the recorded registration-end date is 31 December 2018 and the current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification information matches the official institutional and SAQA records.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Confirm the applicable assessment, research or workplace requirements with the provider where relevant.
  • Ask whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, since no last-enrolment date is recorded in the available information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.