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Bachelor of Science Honours: Quaternary Science

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SAQA ID21617
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 8 honours-level higher education qualification focused on Quaternary Science within the Life Sciences field. Quaternary Science examines the relatively recent geological past and the environmental, biological and Earth-system changes associated with it. The qualification carries 120 credits and was originated by the University of the Western Cape.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest learners who want to deepen their academic understanding of Quaternary Science and related Life Sciences research. It may be particularly relevant to people considering further research-oriented study, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation for further academic or research-related development in Quaternary Science and related Life Sciences areas. No approved related-career mappings were supplied, and the qualification should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Scientific research and evidence analysis
  • Interpretation of environmental and biological change over time
  • Academic communication of scientific findings

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours: Quaternary Science
SAQA ID
21617
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Life Sciences
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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.

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