Diploma: Paralegal Studies
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About this qualification
This is a 128-credit HEQSF Diploma at NQF Level 5 focused on paralegal studies within the Justice in Society field. It relates to foundational study for people interested in legal-support and paralegal work.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in paralegal studies, legal-support work or the Justice in Society field may consider this qualification, subject to confirming the current status of the qualification and their eligibility with an authorised provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for paralegal or related legal-support work. Its relevance to these areas should not be understood as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational paralegal knowledge
- Legal-support capabilities
- Understanding of justice-related work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Paralegal Studies
- SAQA ID
- 72880
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is available.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider to confirm the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 72880 and NQF level match the intended programme.