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Bachelor of Dental Surgery

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SAQA ID7671
NQF Level8
Credits790
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Dental Surgery is a higher-education qualification focused on dental surgery within the Preventive Health subfield. The supplied record places it at NQF Level 8 and indicates that its recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2018. Its current SAQA status should be verified before relying on this information.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in higher-level study related to dental surgery and preventive oral health may consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not confirmation that a person meets any admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is relevant to preparation for work related to dental surgery and preventive oral health, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Knowledge and skills relevant to dental surgery
  • Understanding related to preventive oral health

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
SAQA ID
7671
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
790
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
Stellenbosch University
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification information is current.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.