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Bachelor of Engineering Science in Biomedical Engineering

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SAQA ID58001
NQF Level7
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is a Level 7, 360-credit bachelor's qualification in biomedical engineering. It brings together engineering science and the biomedical field, focusing on the relationship between technical problem-solving and health-related applications. The available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be verified before enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may interest people who want to apply engineering science in biomedical and health-related settings, and who are considering a technically oriented bachelor's qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a direct pathway toward work as a Biomedical Engineer, according to the supplied career relationship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration; additional employer, regulatory or professional requirements may apply.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Applying engineering principles in biomedical contexts
  • Analytical and technical problem-solving
  • Quantitative reasoning
  • Working across engineering and health-related fields

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Engineering Science in Biomedical Engineering
SAQA ID
58001
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
University of Witwatersrand
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

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  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
  • Review the provider’s assessment arrangements and confirm whether any laboratory, practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Ask the provider whether the qualification has changed since the recorded registration-end date of 30 June 2024.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.