Higher Diploma: Computer Science
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About this qualification
The Higher Diploma: Computer Science is a 120-credit higher-education qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is associated with the University of Witwatersrand as originator. The available information does not confirm its current registration status.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking higher-level study in computer science and information technology. Prospective learners should independently confirm that their background and circumstances meet the provider's current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward computer science and information-technology-related work, but no specific career relationships have been supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Computer science knowledge
- Information-technology understanding
- Technical problem-solving
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Higher Diploma: Computer Science
- SAQA ID
- 9231
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification offered matches the SAQA record.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is still open for new enrolment, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018.