Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
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About this qualification
The Diploma in Analytical Chemistry is a 360-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF level 6 in the Physical Sciences field. It is focused on analytical chemistry, the area of chemistry concerned with examining and identifying chemical substances and their composition.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in chemistry, scientific analysis and laboratory-oriented work. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective learners should confirm the provider’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further exploration of analytical chemistry and related laboratory or scientific work. No approved related-career mappings are available for this qualification, and it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Analytical chemistry knowledge
- Scientific analysis
- Chemistry-focused problem solving
- Laboratory-oriented technical understanding
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
- SAQA ID
- 97039
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Physical Sciences
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements that may apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 97039, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.