Bachelor of Science: Biology: Earth and Environmental Sciences
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About this qualification
This is a higher-education bachelor’s qualification combining biology with the study of Earth and environmental sciences. It is positioned at NQF Level 6 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in understanding living systems alongside the Earth and environmental sciences, and who are considering further study or work in science- and environment-related areas. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a broad academic foundation relevant to science and environmental contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career, and no approved related-career mappings are available here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational scientific reasoning
- Integrating perspectives from biology, Earth science and environmental science
- Interpreting scientific information
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science: Biology: Earth and Environmental Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 15094
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Life Sciences
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains open for new enrolment and whether the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF details match the current offering.