Diploma: Nursing Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Diploma: Nursing Science is a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the HEQSF and the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. The supplied record identifies the University of Venda as the originator. Its registration history requires verification, including a recorded registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in studying nursing science and pursuing learning in the health and developmental services field might consider this qualification. This is general guidance and not an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to nursing-related work or further study, but no approved related-career mappings were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Nursing Science
- SAQA ID
- 117576
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before enrolling, as the supplied record includes a historical registration-end snapshot and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements relevant to the programme.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether it leads to any required professional or regulatory steps, using current official information.