Certificate: Design Techniques
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit National Qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Visual Arts subfield. It is focused on design techniques and may provide structured learning relevant to developing practical knowledge in visual design.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in visual arts and design techniques may consider this qualification as a possible foundation for further learning or design-related development. Suitability depends on the provider’s current offering and its admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for further study or entry-level design-related activities, but no approved related careers are mapped to it in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying design techniques
- Developing visual design ideas
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Certificate: Design Techniques
- SAQA ID
- 90721
- NQF sub-framework
- SFAP
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Visual Arts
- Originator
- SGB ACD
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its offering is current.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the learning content, delivery format, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 90721, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before enrolling.