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Certificate: Journalism

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SAQA ID48834
NQF Level5
Credits129
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Certificate: Journalism is a 129-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Communication Studies subfield. It is focused on the foundations of journalism and communication, but its recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2012. Readers should verify its current status before relying on this qualification for enrolment or career planning.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in journalism, news and media communication who want to explore a qualification in this field. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility or current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to journalism and communication-related work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Written communication
  • Journalism-related communication
  • Information gathering and presentation

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Journalism
SAQA ID
48834
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
129
Field
4
Subfield
Communication Studies
Originator
Eduvos (Pty) Ltd (previously known as Midrand Graduate Institute and later to Pearson Institute of Higher Education)
Registration end in source dataset
2012-06-30
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 recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2012.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that enrolment is currently available.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm how the qualification and credits will be recognised for your intended study or career pathway.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.