Bachelor of Science Honours in Pure and Applied Biochemistry
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About this qualification
This is an honours-level university qualification in biochemistry, combining the study of biochemical principles with their application. It is positioned at NQF Level 8, carries 120 credits, and falls within the Physical Sciences subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.
What this qualification may cover
- Honours-level study of pure biochemistry
- Honours-level study of applied biochemistry
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest graduates seeking advanced academic study in biochemistry and people considering further study or work related to the biochemical sciences. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide an advanced academic foundation relevant to further study and to work that values knowledge of pure or applied biochemistry. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced understanding of biochemical concepts
- Application of biochemical knowledge to scientific contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Pure and Applied Biochemistry
- SAQA ID
- 117537
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Physical Sciences
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification details match the official SAQA and provider records.
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- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any study, laboratory or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for enrolment and whether the title, qualification ID and SAQA ID correspond to the offering advertised.