Bachelor of Geographical Science Honours: Freshwater Biology
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours-level qualification focused on freshwater biology within the broader Life Sciences field. It is associated with the University of Cape Town and carries 120 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced study related to freshwater biology, geographical science or the Life Sciences may consider this qualification. Whether it is suitable depends on the person's prior qualifications, interests and ability to meet the provider's requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or work related to freshwater biology, geographical science and the Life Sciences. No approved related careers are mapped to this qualification, and completing it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of freshwater biology
- Application of geographical science perspectives to Life Sciences contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Geographical Science Honours: Freshwater Biology
- SAQA ID
- 4477
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Life Sciences
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements, credit structure and enrolment availability.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory, fieldwork or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification matches your intended further-study or career direction, particularly because no related careers are currently mapped.