MASTER OF ARTS
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Master of Arts is a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9 in the General Social Science subfield. It carries 180 credits and is associated with the University of North West as its originator. The available information does not provide enough detail to describe a specific subject focus or curriculum.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced postgraduate study in the broad social sciences, subject to the institution’s own admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or research-oriented development in the broad social sciences. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- MASTER OF ARTS
- SAQA ID
- 113828
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- University of North West
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are appropriately accredited or authorised for the intended studies.
- Check the current admission requirements, including any prior-qualification or subject requirements.
- Ask the institution about the assessment format and whether any research, dissertation or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and available study arrangements before making a commitment.