Bachelor of Science: Medicine Honours: Nutrition and Dietetics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 8 honours-level higher education qualification focused on advanced academic study in nutrition and dietetics within the health sciences. It is associated with the University of Cape Town and carries 120 credits. Its recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2014, so its current availability should not be assumed.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study related to nutrition and dietetics, particularly those exploring health and developmental services, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or health-related development in areas connected with nutrition and dietetics. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced academic understanding related to nutrition and dietetics
- Ability to engage with health and developmental services concepts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science: Medicine Honours: Nutrition and Dietetics
- SAQA ID
- 21528
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2014-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2014.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification details remain valid.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution or provider.
- Confirm the applicable assessment arrangements and whether any academic, practical or workplace requirements apply.
- Ask whether the qualification supports your intended further-study or career pathway, without assuming professional registration or employment outcomes.