Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours-level qualification focused on the scientific study of botany within the Environmental Sciences field. It represents advanced undergraduate study in a plant-science area, but the available information does not provide detailed curriculum content.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced study of botany, plant science or related environmental-science areas might consider this qualification. Prospective students should confirm that their academic background meets the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards work or further learning related to botany, plant science and environmental sciences. No approved related-career mappings are available, and completion should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Scientific thinking in a botany or environmental-science context
- Analysis and interpretation of information relevant to plant science
- Research-oriented study in an environmental-science field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany
- SAQA ID
- 101190
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Environmental Sciences
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and enrolment availability.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any practical, laboratory, fieldwork or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 101190, NQF level and credit value with the provider before applying.