Higher Certificate in Islamic Studies
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About this qualification
This is a 150-credit Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5 in the HEQSF, focused on Islamic Studies within the broader field of Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society. It is intended to provide structured introductory-level higher education study in this area.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking a structured foundation in Islamic Studies or an introduction to the study of religion and ethical foundations. Suitability should be checked against the institution's current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or roles where a foundational understanding of Islamic Studies and religious or ethical contexts is relevant. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Certificate in Islamic Studies
- SAQA ID
- 94528
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 150
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Originator
- International Peace College South Africa NPC
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the offering is linked to the stated SAQA qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any study-support expectations.
- Ask whether any workplace-based, practical or attendance requirements apply to the specific offering.
- Confirm that the qualification is open for new enrolment and clarify the latest date on which it may be completed or achieved.