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Bachelor of Arts in Historical Studies

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SAQA ID21546
NQF Level7
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 360-credit Bachelor of Arts qualification at NQF Level 7 in the HEQSF, focused on Historical Studies within the Traditions, History and Legacies subfield. It is associated with the University of the Western Cape as originator. Readers should verify its current SAQA status before making enrolment decisions.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit people interested in studying history, traditions and legacies at undergraduate degree level, particularly those considering further academic study or work involving historical knowledge and analysis. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for further study and for work where historical understanding, research and communication are relevant. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Historical analysis
  • Research and information-handling
  • Written communication
  • Critical thinking

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts in Historical Studies
SAQA ID
21546
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
360
Field
7
Subfield
Traditions History and Legacies
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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.

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