Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy is a 480-credit qualification at NQF Level 8 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is associated with the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield and is intended to relate to occupational therapy as a health-services discipline.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in occupational therapy and rehabilitative health services might consider this qualification as part of exploring study and career options in this area. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification title and subfield indicate relevance to occupational therapy and rehabilitative health/services. However, no approved career relationships are supplied, and completing the qualification should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
- SAQA ID
- 9291
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 9291, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making enrolment or payment decisions.