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Certificate: Photography

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SAQA ID21029
NQF Level4
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 120-credit NQF Level 4 certificate focused on photography within the Visual Arts subfield. It is associated with Intec College and is recorded as having a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2016. Its current SAQA status should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a foundation in photography and exploring visual-arts study or photography-related creative work might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission or eligibility statement.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further exploration of photography-related creative roles or study by providing a qualification-level foundation in photography. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no specific approved career relationships are recorded here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational photography practice
  • Visual communication
  • Creative image-making

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Photography
SAQA ID
21029
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
4
Minimum credits
120
Field
2
Subfield
Visual Arts
Originator
Intec College
Registration end in source dataset
2016-12-31
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 available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2016 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery site or programme is approved.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any practical or equipment expectations before applying.
  • Ask the provider how the qualification is currently recognised and whether it is open for new enrolment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.