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Bachelor of Science Honours in Earth Sciences

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SAQA ID116772
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF level 8, 120-credit honours-level qualification focused on Earth and Space Sciences. It is intended to provide advanced academic study in the Earth sciences beyond an undergraduate degree and is associated with Stellenbosch University as the originator.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people who want to deepen their academic understanding of Earth sciences, are interested in advanced study in this field, or are exploring further academic or work-related opportunities connected with Earth and Space Sciences. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for further academic study or work related to Earth and Space Sciences, but no approved career relationships are supplied for this qualification. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Scientific and analytical thinking related to Earth and Space Sciences
  • Interpretation and evaluation of Earth-science information
  • Independent academic inquiry at an advanced undergraduate or honours level

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours in Earth Sciences
SAQA ID
116772
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Earth and Space Sciences
Originator
Stellenbosch University
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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.

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