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Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany

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SAQA ID115074
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany is an advanced higher-education qualification focused on the study of botany within the Life Sciences field. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit graduates or other learners interested in pursuing advanced study of botany and plant sciences, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, scientific or plant-science-related development. It may be relevant to some roles involving botany or life sciences, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced knowledge of botany and plant sciences
  • Scientific inquiry and analysis in the Life Sciences

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany
SAQA ID
115074
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Life Sciences
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
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 qualification’s current SAQA registration status, since the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.