Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography is a Level 8, 480-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is intended to provide focused academic preparation in diagnostic radiography and the healthcare context in which it is practised.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing higher-education study related to diagnostic radiography and curative healthcare may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work associated with diagnostic radiography, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No related career mappings are available here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding relevant to diagnostic radiography
- Application of healthcare knowledge in a curative-health context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography
- SAQA ID
- 116191
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 is recorded and the current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited by the relevant authorities.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether completion of the qualification is linked to any separate professional registration or regulatory requirements, where applicable.