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Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany

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SAQA ID81098
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany is an NQF Level 8 higher-education qualification focused on advanced study in botany within the Environmental Sciences field. It may suit learners seeking to deepen their academic understanding of plant science and prepare for further study or work related to botanical and environmental science.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people who already have a suitable background in science and are interested in advanced academic study of botany, plants and related environmental science. The institution should be consulted for the applicable admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and roles related to botany or environmental science, but no specific career relationships were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced understanding of botany
  • Academic study in environmental sciences
  • Scientific thinking related to plant and environmental topics

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany
SAQA ID
81098
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Environmental 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, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and its current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited for the intended offering.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the institution about the assessment approach and any study, research or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification details remain current.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.