Diploma: Journalism
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About this qualification
This is a Diploma in Journalism in the Media Studies subfield, listed at NQF Level 5 with 260 credits. The available record shows a registration-end snapshot dated 2 November 2011, and its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in journalism or media studies may consider this qualification, subject to checking whether it remains available and whether they meet the applicable requirements set by an authorised provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification title and field indicate relevance to journalism-oriented and media-related preparation. However, no approved related careers are mapped here, and the qualification should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Written communication
- Information gathering and research
- Media-related communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Journalism
- SAQA ID
- 58692
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 260
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Media Studies
- Originator
- The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2011-11-02
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, as these are not established here.
- Ask the provider about the applicable assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID, NQF level and credit value against current official records before making a decision.