Bachelor of Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Nursing is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 8, carrying 480 credits, in the Curative Health subfield. It is intended to provide substantial preparation for nursing-related practice, although its current registration and enrolment availability should be confirmed before applying.
Who might consider this qualification?
People considering a substantial higher-education pathway into nursing may wish to investigate this qualification. Prospective students should confirm that they meet the institution’s current admission requirements before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work by providing higher-level study in the Curative Health field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility to practise; any applicable registration and employment requirements should be checked with the relevant authorities and employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing knowledge
- Patient-care skills
- Health-science knowledge
- Clinical communication and teamwork
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 118180
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-04-22
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available evidence records a registration-end snapshot dated 22 April 2024 and marks the status as requiring verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any required practical, clinical or workplace learning.
- Confirm whether professional registration or other regulatory requirements apply before planning to practise in nursing.
- Check that the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and that the information relates to the correct SAQA qualification identifier, 118180.