BACHELOR OF NURSING HONOURS (ADVANCED PSYCHIATRY)
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Nursing Honours (Advanced Psychiatry) is an NQF Level 8, 120-credit higher-education qualification focused on advanced study related to nursing and psychiatry within the Curative Health field. Its recorded registration period ended on 25 July 2019, and its current SAQA status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in nursing with a focus on psychiatry, subject to the institution’s admission and other enrolment requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward work or study related to psychiatric nursing and mental-health care. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. Any professional or workplace requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities and employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced study related to psychiatric nursing
- Understanding of nursing practice in a psychiatric or mental-health context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- BACHELOR OF NURSING HONOURS (ADVANCED PSYCHIATRY)
- SAQA ID
- 114377
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the recorded registration period ended on 25 July 2019.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification for the intended intake.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any clinical, workplace or practical requirements apply.
- Ask the provider and relevant professional bodies whether the qualification supports the registration or progression pathway you are considering.