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Bachelor of Dental Surgery

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SAQA ID19375
NQF Level8
Credits800
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Dental Surgery is an NQF level 8 higher education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is associated with the University of the Western Cape and carries 800 credits. The available information does not confirm its current registration status.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in advanced higher education in dental surgery and curative health. Prospective students should confirm that it is currently available and that they meet the applicable admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is relevant to the field of dental surgery, but no approved related-career mapping is available in the supplied information. Its completion should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration. Any additional legal, registration or practice requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
SAQA ID
19375
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
800
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm any professional registration or legal requirements with the relevant regulatory body before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.