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Bachelor of Arts Honours: Political Science: Theory and Research Methodology

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SAQA ID81052
NQF Level8
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 8 Bachelor of Arts Honours qualification focused on Political Science, with particular emphasis on political theory and research methodology. It carries 128 credits and falls within the Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship subfield.

What this qualification may cover

  • Political Science theory
  • Research methodology related to Political Science

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit graduates or prospective students seeking advanced academic study in Political Science, political theory or research methodology. Prospective students should confirm the provider’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide an academic foundation for further study and for roles or activities involving political analysis, research or public-policy-related contexts. No specific related careers are mapped for this qualification, and completion does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Analysing political theories and concepts
  • Applying research-methodology principles
  • Conducting structured academic inquiry
  • Developing evidence-informed arguments

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts Honours: Political Science: Theory and Research Methodology
SAQA ID
81052
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
128
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or appropriately accredited for the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application deadlines.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment, research and any other completion requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.