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Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics

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SAQA ID111160
NQF Level8
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics is an NQF Level 8, 480-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is associated with Tshwane University of Technology and relates to the health-science discipline of medical orthotics and prosthetics. Its current availability and registration status should be verified before enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in higher-education study related to medical orthotics and prosthetics and the broader curative-health field might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development toward work related to medical orthotics and prosthetics, but no specific approved career relationships are recorded here. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics
SAQA ID
111160
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
480
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
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

  • Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, since the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2024 and current status requires confirmation.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited for enrolment and delivery.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements and selection process directly.
  • Ask the provider whether assessment, practical training or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, NQF level, credits and delivery details match the current offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.