Bachelor of Science Honours: Human Nutrition
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About this qualification
This is an honours-level qualification focused on human nutrition within the Preventive Health field. It is intended to develop advanced understanding of nutrition as it relates to health and disease prevention, although the available information does not provide detailed curriculum content.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing advanced knowledge of human nutrition and preventive health, including those considering further academic or research-oriented study in this area. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or nutrition-related work in settings concerned with health promotion and disease prevention. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration, appointment or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of human nutrition in a preventive-health context
- Analytical thinking about nutrition and health information
- Ability to engage with nutrition-related academic or research material
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours: Human Nutrition
- SAQA ID
- 81115
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 136
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA, as the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited for the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are available.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and any study, research or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm how the qualification is recognised for your intended further-study or employment pathway.