Bachelor of Social Science Honours
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Social Science Honours is an NQF Level 8 higher-education qualification in the General Social Science subfield. It represents advanced study in the social sciences beyond a bachelor’s degree and carries 120 credits. The qualification was originated by the University of the Free State.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in the social sciences or wishing to build on prior undergraduate study in a related area. Whether it is suitable depends on the institution’s current offering and admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic development and work that values advanced social science knowledge and analysis. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers were identified in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Social science analysis
- Academic inquiry and research
- Critical evaluation of social issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours
- SAQA ID
- 110988
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether the qualification is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm the current assessment arrangements and any study, research or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Ask the provider whether the qualification title, credits and NQF level remain unchanged.