Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Social Work
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About this qualification
This is an honours-level higher education qualification focused on social science as applied to social work and related rehabilitative health or service contexts. The qualification is associated with the University of Fort Hare and is positioned at NQF Level 7 with 128 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study of social work and social science, particularly those considering further learning or work in social service and rehabilitative health-related environments. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility or professional registration requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide academic preparation relevant to social work-related settings and further study. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are confirmed here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical analysis of social issues
- Academic study and research in social science and social work-related contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours: Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 3677
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm whether completion supports any professional registration pathway, and check the requirements with the relevant professional body before enrolling.