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MASTER OF ARTS

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SAQA ID113847
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

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 intended to represent advanced study in an arts or social science area, although the specific subject focus is not established by the available information.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced postgraduate study in an arts or general social science area, particularly those interested in developing deeper academic knowledge or preparing for further research. The available information does not establish specific admission requirements or subject specialisations.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research or social-science-related career development, depending on its actual subject focus and content. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced academic study
  • Research-oriented thinking
  • Critical analysis
  • Written communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
MASTER OF ARTS
SAQA ID
113847
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of Port Elizabeth
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.