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 Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. It is intended to provide advanced undergraduate preparation in nursing and health-related practice, although its current registration status should be confirmed before enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing higher-level knowledge and preparation for nursing and health-service work. It should not be treated as an admission decision, and prospective students must confirm the applicable entry requirements with an authorised institution.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for nursing-related work and further professional development, subject to the applicable registration, workplace and legal requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been confirmed here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing practice
- Health promotion and developmental health awareness
- Communication and care-related skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 119173
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2025-02-03
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as its status requires verification and a registration-end snapshot is recorded as 3 February 2025.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection procedures.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm any professional registration or legal requirements that may apply after completing the qualification.
- Compare the official qualification information and provider details before making an enrolment decision.