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Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology

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SAQA ID115358
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology is an advanced qualification in the social sciences, focused on further study in psychology at NQF level 8. It carries 120 credits and may support deeper academic and subject-area development beyond earlier study.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in psychology and those exploring further study or psychology-related career pathways. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s published requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and relevance to psychology-related opportunities, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career. Any additional requirements for particular roles should be checked separately.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced study and analysis in psychology
  • Critical thinking within the social sciences
  • Academic communication and engagement with psychology-related knowledge

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology
SAQA ID
115358
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
Not specified in source
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.