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Bachelor of Sciences Honours in Medical Sciences

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SAQA ID114955
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 120-credit NQF level 8 honours qualification in Medical Sciences, located within the Preventive Health subfield. It is intended to provide advanced academic preparation in a medical sciences context beyond an undergraduate degree.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit graduates who want to deepen their academic understanding of Medical Sciences or Preventive Health, and who are considering further study or health sciences-related academic and research pathways. This is guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards further academic study and health sciences-related research or analytical work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Scientific and health sciences analysis
  • Research and academic enquiry
  • Critical evaluation of information
  • Academic communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Sciences Honours in Medical Sciences
SAQA ID
114955
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
University of Limpopo
Registration end in source dataset
2021-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration record has an end-date snapshot of 30 June 2021 and its current status requires verification.
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