Bachelor of Social Science in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
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About this qualification
This is a 360-credit HEQSF bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 combining the study of politics, philosophy and economics, with a focus area in Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship. It is intended to develop an integrated understanding of ideas, institutions and policy-related issues across these fields.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in public policy, political systems, democratic citizenship, philosophical inquiry and economic perspectives. Prospective students should confirm that the qualification remains available and that they meet the provider’s current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or work involving analysis of public affairs, policy, political ideas and economic perspectives. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, admission to further study or professional registration, and no specific related careers were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical analysis of political, philosophical and economic issues
- Understanding of public policy and democratic citizenship concepts
- Interdisciplinary reasoning across politics, philosophy and economics
- Written and verbal communication about social and policy-related issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- SAQA ID
- 102357
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- Akademia NPC
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-01-01
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available registration information indicates an end date of 1 January 2019 and requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery location or mode is covered by that authorisation.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection procedures.
- Ask for the current curriculum, learning activities, assessment approach and any workplace or practical requirements before committing.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 102357, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s current documentation.
- Check whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether any changes have been made since the recorded registration period.