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Diploma: Accounting

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SAQA ID16989
NQF Level5
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma: Accounting is a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is associated with the University of the Free State and is intended to provide a structured foundation in accounting-related study. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018, and its current status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking a formal foundation in accounting and related finance studies, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further study or consideration of accounting- and finance-related work, depending on the relevance of the role and any additional requirements. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational accounting knowledge
  • Working with financial information and records
  • Understanding finance and accounting terminology

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Accounting
SAQA ID
16989
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
240
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
University of the Free State
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 and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is recognised.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
  • Ask whether the qualification is still being offered, has been replaced, or has an available progression route.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.