Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting
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About this qualification
This is an advanced higher-education qualification focused on accounting within the commerce, finance and economics fields. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits, indicating substantial postgraduate-level study in accounting.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic development in accounting or a stronger foundation for further study in the commerce, finance, economics or accounting fields might consider it. Suitability depends on the institution’s current requirements and the applicant’s prior qualifications.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support the development of advanced accounting knowledge relevant to further academic or professional development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any specific career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Accounting analysis
- Application of financial and accounting concepts
- Commerce and finance-related reasoning
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Accounting
- SAQA ID
- 111819
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2021 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is available for new enrolment.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements and any requirements concerning prior qualifications or academic performance.
- Ask the provider about the assessment structure and confirm whether any practical, workplace-based or other participation requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 111819, NQF level and credit value directly with the provider and SAQA before making an enrolment decision.