Bachelor of Optometry
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Optometry is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 7 in the HEQSF, associated with the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. The supplied record indicates 896 credits. Its registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2009, so its current availability and status should be confirmed before relying on it for study or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in university-level study related to optometry and eye-care services. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or that the qualification is currently available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to optometry-related work, but no specific career relationships are supplied. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular occupation.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Optometry
- SAQA ID
- 3695
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 896
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the institution and programme have the required accreditation or authorisation for the intended period of study.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements directly.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether completing the qualification supports any professional registration or practice requirements relevant to your intended career, using the current requirements of the appropriate authority.