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Bachelor of Design

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SAQA ID79809
NQF Level7
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Design is a 360-credit HEQSF Level 7 national qualification in the Visual Arts subfield. It provides formal undergraduate-level study focused on design, although the available information does not specify its curriculum or detailed learning outcomes.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing undergraduate study in design and the visual arts might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission remain subject to the requirements of the institution offering the qualification.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression toward design-related work by providing formal study in the design field. No approved related-career mappings are supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Design thinking
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Visual communication
  • Concept development

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Design
SAQA ID
79809
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
360
Field
2
Subfield
Visual Arts
Originator
SGB ACD
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the advertised programme corresponds to SAQA ID 79809.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, curriculum, delivery format, fees and study schedule.
  • Ask the provider about any assessment, practical or workplace-based requirements before enrolling.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the provider’s 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.