BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE HONOURS
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Nursing Science Honours is an advanced higher-education qualification in nursing within the Curative Health subfield. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits, building on nursing-related academic and professional knowledge at honours level.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic study in nursing, particularly those interested in developing their knowledge beyond an undergraduate nursing qualification, may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support further development in nursing-related academic, clinical or health-sector directions, depending on the learner’s prior preparation and the opportunities recognised by the provider or employer. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced nursing-related knowledge
- Academic study and scholarly thinking in nursing
- Analytical approaches relevant to curative health
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- BACHELOR OF NURSING SCIENCE HONOURS
- SAQA ID
- 113710
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Limpopo
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether your prior nursing qualification and experience are acceptable.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any clinical or workplace-learning requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports your intended academic or career pathway, and check any separate professional registration requirements that may apply.