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Diploma in Professional Photography

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SAQA ID48452
NQF Level6
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 240-credit HEQSF Diploma at NQF Level 6 focused on professional photography within the Film, Television and Video field. It is associated with City Varsity (Pty) Ltd. The available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023, so its current availability should be confirmed before making enrolment plans.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in developing a formal foundation for work or further development in professional photography may consider this qualification. This is general guidance and not an admission requirement.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for photography-related work, but no approved related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Readers should confirm how the qualification relates to their intended career and whether it is currently available before enrolling.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Professional photography practice
  • Visual image-making
  • Photography-related creative and technical skills

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Professional Photography
SAQA ID
48452
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
240
Field
2
Subfield
Film Television and Video
Originator
City Varsity (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.