Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This was a 480-credit Bachelor of Social Science qualification at NQF level 7 in the HEQSF, focused on social work within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. The supplied record shows that its registration ended on 30 June 2009, and its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People exploring university-level study related to social work and promotive health or developmental services might consider this qualification as part of their research. This is general guidance, not an admission rule, and the historical registration information should be checked before making plans.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification's title indicates relevance to social work-related academic or occupational pathways, but no approved related-career mappings were supplied. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career. Any additional registration or legal requirements should be confirmed with the relevant authorities.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of social work as a field
- Awareness of promotive health and developmental services
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Science: Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 7961
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- Rhodes University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, since the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm directly with the provider whether the qualification is authorised and available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements and whether they apply to this specific qualification.
- Ask the provider for current information about assessment arrangements and any workplace, experiential-learning or placement requirements, if applicable.
- Confirm whether any professional registration or other legal requirements apply to the intended social work pathway.
- Check whether the qualification details, title, credits and NQF level match the official records before enrolling.