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 Level 7, 360-credit higher education qualification focused on the study of religion and the ethical foundations of society. It is intended to develop broad academic understanding of how religious and ethical ideas relate to society and human life.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people interested in religion, ethics, society and the academic study of belief systems. It may also appeal to learners seeking a broad humanities qualification, subject to the institution’s published admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
No specific related careers are supplied for this qualification. It should therefore be viewed as academic preparation rather than a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration. Readers should investigate the further study, experience or additional requirements associated with any career they are considering.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical engagement with religious and ethical ideas
- Analysis of social and ethical questions
- Academic reading, reasoning and written communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Arts: Religious Studies
- SAQA ID
- 49101
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Originator
- SGB RSMRE
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, application deadlines and recognition of prior learning policies, if applicable.
- Ask the provider about the curriculum, assessment arrangements, study mode and any practical or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the total costs, study location or online arrangements, academic support and expected workload directly with the provider.
- Check whether further study or additional requirements would be needed for any particular career or professional pathway.