Diploma: Criminal Justice and Forensic Auditing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 5, 128-credit diploma combining criminal justice with forensic auditing. It is positioned within the Justice in Society subfield and relates to the examination of financial, organisational or other records in contexts where accuracy, compliance and possible irregularities may be important. The qualification’s recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009, and its current SAQA status should be verified before it is considered for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the relationship between justice-related work and auditing may consider this qualification, particularly those drawn to reviewing records, identifying irregularities and supporting accountability or quality processes. 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 relevant preparation for work associated with External Auditor and Quality Systems Auditor roles, based on the recorded direct-pathway relationships. These relationships indicate relevance rather than guaranteed career entry, appointment, employment or professional registration. The historical registration information and current status should be checked before relying on the qualification for career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Reviewing and analysing records for accuracy or irregularities
- Applying structured auditing and quality-review approaches
- Documenting findings and supporting evidence
- Considering compliance and accountability in justice-related contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Criminal Justice and Forensic Auditing
- SAQA ID
- 3435
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration or availability, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is recognised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and whether any workplace-based or practical requirements apply.
- Confirm how the qualification would be regarded by employers or other relevant organisations for the career direction you are considering.