Qualification

Bachelor of Science Honours in Dental Sciences

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID116568
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Dental Sciences is an NQF Level 8 higher-education qualification focused broadly on dental sciences within the Preventive Health field. It carries 120 credits and is associated with Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2021, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in advanced academic study related to dental sciences and preventive health. The available information does not state admission requirements, so prospective students should confirm eligibility directly with an appropriately authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or health-sciences-related development connected with dental sciences and preventive health. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours in Dental Sciences
SAQA ID
116568
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Registration end in source dataset
2021-06-30
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 registration record ended on 30 June 2021.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still available.
  • Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical, clinical or workplace requirements before enrolling.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 116568, NQF level and credit value against current official records.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.