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Bachelor of Arts Honours: Philosophy

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SAQA ID15679
NQF Level7
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts Honours: Philosophy is an advanced humanities qualification focused on the study and analysis of philosophical ideas, arguments and questions. It is recorded at NQF level 7 with 120 credits and falls within the General Social Science subfield.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in philosophy, advanced humanities study, critical analysis or further academic development. Whether it is suitable depends on the institution’s current admission requirements and the applicant’s prior studies.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research, writing, analytical or communication-related development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Critical analysis
  • Analytical reasoning
  • Constructing and evaluating arguments
  • Academic reading and writing

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours: Philosophy
SAQA ID
15679
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
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, as the recorded registration end date is 31 December 2018 and its current status requires verification.
  • Check that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
  • Confirm the applicable admission requirements with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about the assessment arrangements and any study, attendance or other completion requirements.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still open for enrolment and that the qualification details match the current institutional offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.