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Certificate: Photography

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SAQA ID66711
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Certificate: Photography is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is focused on photography and sits within the Film, Television and Video subfield, providing a formal foundation for further development in photography-related creative and media contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking a structured foundation in photography, visual image-making or related creative-media study. It may also be relevant to learners considering further study in a related field. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for photography-related creative or media opportunities, depending on the learner’s portfolio, practical experience and further development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. No specific related-career mappings are available here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational photography practice
  • Visual communication
  • Image-making and creative expression

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Certificate: Photography
SAQA ID
66711
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
2
Subfield
Film Television and Video
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
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 available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2012 and its current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification’s current content, assessment arrangements and any practical, equipment or workplace requirements.
  • Clarify whether the qualification is intended for new enrolment or is available only as a historical record.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.