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 in the Curative Health subfield. It is intended to provide advanced undergraduate preparation in nursing and healthcare practice, subject to the qualification’s detailed requirements and content being confirmed.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing higher-education study related to nursing, curative healthcare and patient care might consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not confirmation that a person meets the admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work related to nursing and healthcare, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Readers should confirm any applicable professional registration requirements with the relevant authorities.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing knowledge
- Healthcare and patient-care skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 74329
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 508
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Generic Provider - Field 09
- Registration end in source dataset
- Not specified in source
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as its status requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that any applicable provider accreditation requirements are met.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether workplace-based learning or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm any professional registration or regulatory requirements that may apply after completing the qualification.
- Review the full qualification information, including its detailed content, credit structure and completion requirements, before making an enrolment decision.