Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery is a substantial higher-education qualification focused on nursing and midwifery within the Preventive Health subfield. It is recorded at NQF Level 8 on the HEQSF and carries 480 credits. The qualification was originated by Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in degree-level study related to nursing, midwifery and preventive health may consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not indicate that an applicant meets any admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for nursing- and midwifery-related career pathways because of its stated focus. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility to practise; those matters should be confirmed with the relevant authorities and prospective employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational nursing-related knowledge and practice
- Foundational midwifery-related knowledge and practice
- Understanding of preventive health
- Professional communication and care-related skills
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery
- SAQA ID
- 117686
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not provide a verified current status.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is appropriately accredited.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about any assessment, practical or workplace-based requirements that apply.
- Confirm with the relevant professional and regulatory bodies whether additional registration or other requirements apply to the work you intend to pursue.
- Check whether new enrolment is currently available rather than relying on historical listing information.