Bachelor of Science Honours: Genetics
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About this qualification
This is an honours-level university qualification focused on genetics within the broader area of preventive health. It is intended to provide advanced study in understanding genetic information and its relevance to health-related knowledge and practice.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by someone seeking advanced academic study in genetics or a related health-science area, particularly where their interests involve the relationship between genetics and preventive health. Suitability depends on the institution’s requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, scientific or health-related career development connected with genetics. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration, appointment or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced understanding of genetics-related concepts
- Scientific reasoning
- Interpretation of genetic information
- Analytical thinking in a health-science context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours: Genetics
- SAQA ID
- 16226
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that a provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is officially recognised.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment or only relevant as a historical qualification.