Bachelor of Social Work
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Social Work is a higher-education qualification focused on preparing learners for further study and practice in social work and related social wellbeing contexts. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 480 credits within the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking an undergraduate qualification in social work, or considering a direction related to social wellbeing and the General Social Science field, might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards social work-related career pathways. However, no specific approved career relationships are recorded here, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Social Work
- SAQA ID
- 96522
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited by the relevant authorities.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection processes and application deadlines.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any supervised, practical or workplace-based learning requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is currently open for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.