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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS POLICE SCIENCE

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SAQA ID114775
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Police Science is an advanced academic qualification focused on the study of policing within the broader Safety in Society field. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits. The available record associates it with Walter Sisulu University.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study related to police science, policing and safety in society. It may be relevant to learners who want to deepen their understanding in this area, subject to the provider’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or career development in areas related to police science, policing and safety in society. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced academic engagement with police science and safety-in-society subject matter
  • Structured analysis of issues related to policing and public safety

Official dataset information

Qualification title
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS POLICE SCIENCE
SAQA ID
114775
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
8
Subfield
Safety in Society
Originator
Walter Sisulu University
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 directly with SAQA, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current registration.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.