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Higher Certificate in Journalism

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SAQA ID86886
NQF Level5
Credits123
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Higher Certificate in Journalism is a 123-credit qualification at NQF Level 5 within the Communication Studies subfield. It is intended to provide a higher-certificate-level foundation related to journalism and communication. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024, while its current SAQA status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing a foundation in journalism or communication, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s verified current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further exploration of journalism and communication-related work by providing a formal qualification in the field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or access to a particular occupation. No approved related-career mappings were supplied.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Written communication
  • Journalistic communication
  • Information gathering and reporting
  • Basic editing and presentation of information

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Higher Certificate in Journalism
SAQA ID
86886
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
5
Minimum credits
123
Field
4
Subfield
Communication Studies
Originator
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised to present the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and whether any workplace, practical or other participation requirements apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification details, including the NQF level and credit value, match the current offering before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.