Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work is a 480-credit, NQF level 7 higher-education qualification in the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is associated with the University of the Free State and is focused on academic preparation in social work. The supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023, while its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in university-level study related to social work, human support services and rehabilitative health or community-service contexts. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and circumstances meet the provider’s actual admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for social-work-related and human-services work, but the supplied information does not identify specific approved career pathways. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Any additional registration, legal or workplace requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities and employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Communication and engagement in social-service contexts
- Understanding of human support and rehabilitative service contexts
- Professional development relevant to social work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 15893
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific qualification are currently authorised or accredited for enrolment and delivery.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider about the assessment format, practical learning and any workplace or fieldwork requirements before enrolling.
- Confirm whether completion requires separate professional registration or compliance with any legal or regulatory requirements.
- Check whether the qualification is currently open to new enrolment and whether the title, qualification code and SAQA ID match the provider’s current offering.