Bachelor of Information Technology
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About this qualification
The Bachelor of Information Technology is a Level 7, 360-credit higher-education qualification in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is intended to provide broad undergraduate-level preparation in information technology and computing rather than training for one guaranteed job or professional outcome.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people seeking broad undergraduate preparation in information technology and computer sciences, particularly those considering further study or work related to the IT field. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support exploration of IT-related career paths and further study, but the available evidence does not identify specific mapped careers and completion does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational information technology and computing capability
- Broad undergraduate-level preparation for further learning in the IT field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- SAQA ID
- 15816
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection conditions.
- Ask the provider about the current qualification title, curriculum, delivery format, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment and whether any changes or replacement qualification now apply.