BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE HONOURS (GEOGRAPHICAL SCIENCES)
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 8 honours-level qualification focused on the advanced study of geographical sciences. It carries 120 credits and falls within the Earth and Space Sciences subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in advanced academic study, research or further development in geographical sciences. Prospective learners should confirm whether their prior qualifications and experience meet the provider’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic development and research-oriented preparation in geographical sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Geographical and spatial analysis
- Interpretation of geographical information
- Research and analytical thinking in geographical sciences
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE HONOURS (GEOGRAPHICAL SCIENCES)
- SAQA ID
- 113756
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Earth and Space Sciences
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019 and current status has not been verified.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements, study format and any research or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains open for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.