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Bachelor of Nursing

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SAQA ID21449
NQF Level7
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Nursing is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 7 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is associated with the Preventive Health subfield and was originated by the University of Cape Town. The available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018, so its current status should be confirmed before relying on this information.

Who might consider this qualification?

People exploring higher-education study in nursing and preventive health might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not establish admission eligibility or current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

A Bachelor of Nursing may support preparation for nursing-related work and further professional development, subject to current regulatory, registration and employer requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific mapped careers are available in the supplied information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational nursing knowledge
  • Understanding related to preventive health

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Nursing
SAQA ID
21449
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
University of Cape Town
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited by the relevant bodies.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether professional registration or other regulatory requirements apply to the intended nursing pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.