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Bachelor of Arts: Social Work

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SAQA ID79115
NQF Level7
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Arts: Social Work is a 480-credit qualification at NQF Level 7 in the HEQSF. It is associated with the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and focuses broadly on preparing learners for social work-related study and practice.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking advanced undergraduate study related to social work, promotive health and developmental services, and support for individuals, families or communities. Prospective learners should confirm the institution’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards social work-related career pathways, subject to the applicable employment, registration and other requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Understanding of social work-related concepts
  • Communication and engagement in human-service contexts
  • Awareness of promotive health and developmental service contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Arts: Social Work
SAQA ID
79115
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
480
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
University of Limpopo
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme details match the official records.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements and application deadlines.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or experiential requirements apply.
  • Confirm any additional requirements that may apply to later employment or professional registration in social work.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.