Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Dental Surgery is a 600-credit, NQF Level 8 higher-education qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. It represents advanced academic study focused on dental surgery, but its current registration status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
People considering higher-education study in dental surgery or a related area of preventive health might explore this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or suitability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a formal academic foundation relevant to planning a career in the dental field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery
- SAQA ID
- 16500
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 600
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record has an end-date snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited for the intended offering.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection procedures.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification remains open for new enrolment before making application or payment decisions.