Bachelor of Science Honours
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Science Honours is an NQF level 8 higher-education qualification in the Life Sciences field, comprising 120 credits. It represents advanced study beyond an undergraduate bachelor’s degree, although the specific subject content and structure should be confirmed with the relevant institution and current official records.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in the Life Sciences or considering further development in a life-sciences-related direction. It should not be treated as an admission decision or confirmation that a person meets any specific entry criteria.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further academic, research or life-sciences-related opportunities, but no specific career relationships are mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours
- SAQA ID
- 16218
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Life Sciences
- Originator
- Rhodes University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection process.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, learning content, assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 16218, NQF level and credit value against current official records before making enrolment or payment decisions.