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 higher-education qualification at NQF level 7 with 360 credits. It is associated with the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and relates broadly to the study of social work within social and developmental services.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in studying social work and contributing to social, health-promotion or developmental services might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide preparation relevant to social work-related and developmental service contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or eligibility for a particular role. Because the available registration information requires verification, readers should confirm the qualification’s current status and any separate professional requirements before relying on it for career planning.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 3511
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2014-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted; the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2014.
- Confirm that the provider is appropriately accredited or authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any practical, fieldwork or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 3511, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.