Diploma in Consumer Sciences in Food and Nutrition
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About this qualification
This diploma is a higher-education qualification focused on Consumer Sciences, with a specific emphasis on food and nutrition. It is positioned at NQF Level 6 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework and carries 360 credits.
What this qualification may cover
- Consumer Sciences in the area of food and nutrition
- Food- and nutrition-related aspects of Consumer Services
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in studying food and nutrition within a Consumer Sciences and Consumer Services context. Prospective learners should confirm that the qualification’s content and level match their educational background and goals.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of work or study related to food, nutrition and consumer services. No specific related careers have been mapped here, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of food and nutrition within Consumer Sciences
- Awareness of consumer-service contexts related to food and nutrition
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma in Consumer Sciences in Food and Nutrition
- SAQA ID
- 110205
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Consumer Services
- Originator
- Durban University of Technology
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before applying, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and its current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection conditions.
- Ask the provider about the current assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment and that the qualification title, SAQA ID 110205 and NQF Level 6 details match the current offering.