Bachelor of Music in Musicology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Music in Musicology is a higher-education degree focused on the academic study, interpretation and understanding of music. It is positioned at NQF Level 7 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). The supplied record indicates that its registration information requires verification, with a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification might interest people who want to study music in an academic and analytical way, including its forms, meaning, development and cultural context. It is guidance for prospective learners, not a statement of admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further music-related study and for work involving the analysis, interpretation or communication of music. No specific related careers are mapped in the supplied information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Analytical thinking
- Critical interpretation
- Research and academic communication
- Understanding and communicating about music
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Music in Musicology
- SAQA ID
- 96473
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Music
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before applying, because the supplied registration information requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment approach, study format and any practical, performance or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96473, NQF level and credit value with the provider before enrolling.