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Higher Certificate in Bioscience

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SAQA ID120666
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Bioscience is a 120-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is located in the Life Sciences subfield and provides formal study at an introductory higher-education level in bioscience.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking an introductory higher-education qualification related to bioscience and the life sciences. This is general guidance only and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further learning or work connected with bioscience and life sciences. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational bioscience knowledge
  • Scientific literacy in a life-sciences context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Bioscience
SAQA ID
120666
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
10
Subfield
Life Sciences
Originator
EDUVOS (Pty) Ltd (Previously Pearson Institute of Higher Education (Pty) Ltd)
Registration end in source dataset
2025-11-21
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 requires verification and includes a registration-end date of 21 November 2025.
  • Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about any assessment, practical or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is accepting new enrolments and whether the provider’s current offering matches the registered qualification.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.