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Diploma in Visual Communication Design

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SAQA ID100726
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Visual Communication Design is a 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 6 within the HEQSF and the Design Studies subfield. It is intended to provide structured higher-education study in visual communication design, but its current registration position should be verified before enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in studying design and developing a foundation in visual communication may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development towards design-related work involving visual communication, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Visual communication
  • Design-oriented thinking
  • Communicating ideas through visual design

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Visual Communication Design
SAQA ID
100726
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements, application deadlines and selection procedures.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, studio or workplace-related requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 100726, NQF level and credit value match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.