Bachelor of Social Sciences Honours in International Relations
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours degree focused on advanced study of international relations within the social sciences. It carries 120 credits and is located in the General Social Science subfield under the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). The supplied evidence indicates that its registration end date was recorded as 30 June 2024, while its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study of international relations and the social sciences might consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners planning further study or seeking to develop a more specialised academic foundation in this area, subject to the institution’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic development and work involving knowledge of international relations or social science, but no specific career relationships were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Social-science analysis
- Research and interpretation of international-relations issues
- Written and verbal communication about complex social and international topics
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Sciences Honours in International Relations
- SAQA ID
- 100937
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution, because the supplied evidence records a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and says verification is required.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment structure and whether any research, workplace or other practical requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 100937, NQF level and credit value with the provider before enrolling.