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Diploma: General Nursing Science

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SAQA ID88563
NQF Level6
Credits256
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 256-credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework, focused on General Nursing Science within the Curative Health subfield. The available registration record shows an end date of 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be confirmed before it is considered for enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in studying general nursing science and exploring education in the curative health field might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility or current enrolment availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is related to general nursing science and may support further consideration of nursing-related work or study, subject to current status, applicable requirements and other conditions. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are identified in the available information.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: General Nursing Science
SAQA ID
88563
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
256
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Mediclinic (Pty) Ltd - Corporate Office
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 status and whether new enrolment is permitted, particularly because the available registration record ended on 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification being advertised matches the relevant SAQA record.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any clinical, practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 88563, NQF level and credit value in the provider’s official information.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.