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Diploma: Religious Studies

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SAQA ID50166
NQF Level6
Credits280
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma: Religious Studies is a higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society subfield. It is associated with St Joseph's Theological Institute NPC and carries 280 credits. The available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018, so its current status should be confirmed before any enrolment decision.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in the academic study of religion and the ethical foundations of society, subject to the institution's applicable admission requirements and the qualification's current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for further study or work connected with religious and ethical fields. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related-career mappings are available for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Academic engagement with religious and ethical questions
  • Critical reading and interpretation
  • Reasoned discussion of social and ethical issues

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma: Religious Studies
SAQA ID
50166
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
280
Field
7
Subfield
Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
Originator
St Joseph's Theological Institute NPC
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are properly authorised or accredited for the intended period of study.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or attendance requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment and that the advertised qualification details match the official records.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.