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Bachelor of Science Honours: Applied Biotechnology

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SAQA ID22385
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Biotechnology is an advanced higher-education qualification at NQF Level 8 in the Life Sciences field. It focuses on applying biotechnology within a scientific and life-sciences context and carries 120 credits. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2014, so its current status must be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced study in applied biotechnology or the broader life sciences may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and confirmation that the qualification is available for enrolment.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and consideration of work related to applied biotechnology and life sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Applied scientific thinking
  • Biotechnology-focused problem-solving
  • Life-sciences research capability

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours: Applied Biotechnology
SAQA ID
22385
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Life Sciences
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2014-12-31
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 and programme are properly authorised or accredited for the qualification.
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