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Bachelor of Arts: Social Science

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SAQA ID5321
NQF Level7
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts: Social Science is a broad higher-education qualification at NQF Level 7, comprising 480 credits. It is positioned within the General Social Science subfield and is intended to provide academic preparation for understanding and analysing society and social issues.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit people interested in social science, society, communities, human behaviour and the analysis of social issues. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or for work involving social analysis, research, communication and community-related contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Social analysis
  • Research and information-gathering
  • Critical evaluation of social issues
  • Written and verbal communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts: Social Science
SAQA ID
5321
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
480
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of South Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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 available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006 and does not confirm current registration.
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  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
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  • Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment before making payment or committing to study.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.