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Bachelor of Science in Regional and Urban Planning

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SAQA ID102557
NQF Level8
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers1

About this qualification

This is a higher-education qualification focused on regional and urban planning, within the field of Physical Planning, Design and Management. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 480 credits. The qualification is associated with North-West University.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in how towns, cities and wider regions are planned, organised and managed might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective learners should confirm the formal requirements with the relevant institution.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for work associated with urban and regional planning. The supplied career relationship identifies Urban and Regional Planner as a direct pathway, but completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2018 and current registration has not been verified, prospective learners should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Urban and regional planning knowledge
  • Planning and management of physical environments
  • Understanding of spatial planning considerations

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science in Regional and Urban Planning
SAQA ID
102557
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
480
Field
12
Subfield
Physical Planning Design and Management
Originator
North West University
Registration end in source dataset
2018-06-30
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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  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.