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Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Media and Communication

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SAQA ID14910
NQF Level8
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 8 honours-level qualification focused on the academic study of media and communication within the Communication Studies subfield. It is associated with the former University of Natal and carries 128 credits. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, so its present availability should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in honours-level academic study of media and communication may consider this qualification, subject to checking the provider’s current offering and the applicable admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or communication-related development, but no approved career relationships are available in the supplied information. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Critical engagement with media and communication concepts
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Analysis of communication-related information
  • Academic research and study skills

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Media and Communication
SAQA ID
14910
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
128
Field
4
Subfield
Communication Studies
Originator
University of Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2009-06-30
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 indicates an end date of 30 June 2009.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific qualification is available for new enrolment.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 14910, NQF level and credit value before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.