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Bachelor of Science: Dietetics

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SAQA ID73169
NQF Level8
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a Bachelor of Science qualification focused on dietetics within the field of Promotive Health and Developmental Services. It is recorded at NQF Level 8 with 480 credits under the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). The available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 2 December 2012, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in university-level study related to dietetics, nutrition and health promotion might consider this qualification. Suitability should be checked against the provider’s current admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to dietetics- and nutrition-related work, but the available evidence does not identify specific approved career relationships or guarantee career entry, employment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of dietetics and nutrition-related practice
  • Applying health-related knowledge in dietetics contexts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science: Dietetics
SAQA ID
73169
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
480
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
TT 9 Diet
Registration end in source dataset
2012-12-02
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

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  • Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is currently available.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, including any academic prerequisites.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.