Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Policy and Development Studies
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours-level social science qualification focused on policy and development studies within the broader area of public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. It carries 128 credits. The qualification’s recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in policy, development studies and related social science areas. Suitability and admission depend on the requirements of the institution offering the qualification, if it is available.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide academic preparation relevant to further study, research, and work involving policy or development issues. Its relevance to a particular role depends on the employer, role requirements and any additional experience or qualifications; it does not guarantee employment or career entry.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Policy-focused analysis
- Development-focused analysis
- Academic research and written communication
- Understanding of public policy, politics and democratic citizenship
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Policy and Development Studies
- SAQA ID
- 15381
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009 and current status requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is currently open for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether previously completed qualifications are accepted.
- Ask the provider for current information about the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification name, SAQA ID 15381, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making payment or enrolling.