Bachelor of Social Science: Information Technology
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About this qualification
This is a higher-education qualification combining Information Technology with a social science perspective. It was associated with the Information Studies subfield and was set at NQF Level 6, with 384 credits. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009, so its current status should be confirmed before relying on it for new enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be of interest to someone seeking an interdisciplinary foundation that connects information technology with social science. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further study or work involving information technology and information-related activities. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence, and completing the qualification would not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational information technology understanding
- Information-related analytical thinking
- Interdisciplinary understanding of technology and society
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science: Information Technology
- SAQA ID
- 19955
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 384
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Information Studies
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is still available.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
- Confirm how the qualification would support your intended further-study or career plans.