Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Development Studies
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an honours-level social science qualification focused on Development Studies and its relationship to public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. It represents advanced study in this broad area at NQF Level 8 and carries 120 credits. The qualification’s registration history requires verification, and the supplied evidence records a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in development-related issues, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship. Prospective students should confirm whether the qualification is currently available and whether they meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or work-related interests connected with development studies and public policy. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of development-related and public-policy concepts
- Critical engagement with social, political and citizenship-related issues
- Academic analysis in a social science context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Development Studies
- SAQA ID
- 8215
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- University of North West
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, since the supplied registration record ended on 30 June 2009 and current status has not been verified.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the current assessment arrangements and any study, research or workplace-related requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 8215, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making a payment or enrolling.