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Bachelor of Science Honours in Bioinformatics

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SAQA ID105453
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Bioinformatics is an NQF level 8 honours-level qualification focused broadly on the relationship between biological sciences and computational or data-based approaches. It carries 120 credits and is recorded within the Engineering and Related Design subfield of the HEQSF.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people who want to pursue advanced study involving biology, computing and the analysis of biological information. Prospective students should confirm the institution’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further study or work connected with bioinformatics and the computational analysis of biological information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no approved related-career mappings are supplied here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Bioinformatics-related analytical thinking
  • Working with computational approaches to biological information
  • Interpreting biological information using quantitative or data-oriented methods

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours in Bioinformatics
SAQA ID
105453
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
6
Subfield
Engineering and Related Design
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and the current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available for enrolment.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements directly.
  • Ask the institution about the assessment arrangements and any academic, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 105453, NQF level and credit value with the institution before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.