Bachelor of Arts: Religious Studies
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Arts: Religious Studies is a higher-education learning programme focused on the academic study of religion and its relationship to ethical foundations of society. It is recorded at NQF Level 6 with 416 credits. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification might be considered by people interested in the academic study of religion, religious traditions and ethical questions in society. It may also suit learners seeking a broad humanities-based area of study, subject to the institution’s current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
No specific related careers are identified in the available information. The qualification should therefore be viewed as academic preparation in religious and ethical studies rather than as a guarantee of entry into a particular occupation. Verify whether the qualification is currently available and whether it supports your intended further-study or career pathway.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical reading and interpretation of texts
- Comparative analysis of religious and ethical perspectives
- Reasoned discussion of social and ethical questions
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts: Religious Studies
- SAQA ID
- 14648
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 416
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, curriculum and delivery arrangements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any study, attendance or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm how the qualification fits your intended further-study or career plans.