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Higher Certificate in Human Settlement Development

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SAQA ID119049
NQF Level5
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Human Settlement Development is a 120-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 5. It is associated with the Physical Planning, Design and Management subfield and focuses broadly on foundational study related to how human settlements are planned, designed and managed.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may suit people interested in foundational higher-education study related to human settlement development, physical planning, design or management. This is general guidance and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide a foundation relevant to further study or entry-level work connected with human settlement development and physical planning, design and management. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of human settlement development
  • Awareness of physical planning, design and management concepts

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Human Settlement Development
SAQA ID
119049
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
120
Field
12
Subfield
Physical Planning Design and Management
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Registration end in source dataset
2025-04-21
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 and enrolment status, as the available evidence records a registration end date of 21 April 2025 and indicates that verification is required.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer this specific qualification and that its accreditation or approval is current.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or other participation requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 119049, NQF Level 5 and 120-credit structure match the programme being advertised.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.