Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 7, 360-credit Bachelor of Arts qualification focused on psychology within the General Social Science field. It is intended to provide broad undergraduate-level academic preparation in psychology and related social-science thinking. The supplied evidence shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2006, so its current availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in undergraduate study related to psychology and the social sciences might consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s published admission requirements and confirmation that the qualification is available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or entry-level work that values a background in psychology and general social science. It does not by itself guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility for a particular regulated occupation. Any progression to a specific psychology-related role would depend on additional qualifications, current rules and the requirements of the relevant employer or professional body.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Academic analysis of psychological and social-science issues
- Research and information-evaluation skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Critical thinking
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts: Psychology
- SAQA ID
- 24460
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- Bond University South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted, because the supplied evidence includes a registration-end snapshot dated 30 June 2006.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme information matches the qualification being advertised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection conditions and any recognition-of-prior-learning arrangements.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment methods, study workload and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification’s progression options and whether any additional study or professional requirements apply to the career or further-study path you are considering.