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Certificate: Cartography

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SAQA ID16157
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Certificate: Cartography is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Earth and Space Sciences field. It is focused on the discipline of cartography—the representation and communication of geographic information through maps and related formats.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification might be considered by people interested in cartography, map production, geographic information and Earth and Space Sciences. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective learners should confirm the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to cartography and related geospatial work. No specific approved career relationships were supplied, and completing the qualification would not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Basic cartographic representation
  • Map interpretation and communication of geographic information
  • Foundational spatial and geographic information handling

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Cartography
SAQA ID
16157
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Earth and Space Sciences
Originator
University of Venda
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied registration snapshot shows an end date of 31 December 2018 and current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, given the recorded registration end date.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.