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Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Philosophy

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SAQA ID21274
NQF Level7
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an honours-level Bachelor of Social Science qualification focused on philosophy within the General Social Science field. It may provide advanced study in philosophical ideas, reasoning and the examination of concepts and arguments. The available information indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit people interested in advanced academic study of philosophy, social thought, reasoning and the analysis of ideas. This is general guidance rather than a statement of admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research, analytical, writing or socially oriented work where philosophical reasoning and a social-science background are relevant. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2018, prospective students should first verify whether it is still available for enrolment or has been replaced by another offering.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Critical and analytical thinking
  • Reasoning and argument analysis
  • Interpretation of concepts and ideas
  • Academic reading and writing

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Philosophy
SAQA ID
21274
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
120
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of Cape Town
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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.