Bachelor of Technology: Library and Information Studies
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About this qualification
This is a 480-credit Bachelor of Technology qualification at NQF Level 7 in the Information Studies subfield. It focuses on university-level study related to library and information studies. The qualification was originated by the University of South Africa.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in university-level study in library and information studies may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further exploration of library and information-related work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Organising and working with information
- Understanding library and information studies concepts
- Developing academic and research capabilities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Technology: Library and Information Studies
- SAQA ID
- 62333
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Information Studies
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and recognition of prior learning options, if applicable.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, study format, workload and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the total fees and other costs directly with the provider before enrolling.