Diploma: General Nursing Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: General Nursing Science is a diploma-level qualification focused on general nursing science within the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is recorded at NQF level 6 with 246 credits. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009, so its current status should be confirmed before making any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in formal study related to general nursing science and rehabilitative health services might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider and official sources.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to nursing-related career planning, but no specific approved career relationships are provided. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular role.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: General Nursing Science
- SAQA ID
- 5549
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 246
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Originator
- University of Port Elizabeth
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and whether new enrolment or achievement is permitted.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any workplace-based or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification’s historical registration end date affects recognition, enrolment or completion options.