MASTER OF ARTS (BIBLICAL STUDIES)
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About this qualification
This is an advanced postgraduate qualification focused on the academic study of the Bible and its related religious, historical and interpretive contexts. It is positioned at NQF Level 9 within the field of Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society and carries 180 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people seeking advanced academic engagement with Biblical Studies, religious scholarship or related areas of the humanities. Prospective students should confirm the formal admission requirements with the institution before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, research-oriented or specialist work related to Biblical Studies and religious scholarship. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced academic research
- Critical interpretation and analysis
- Scholarly communication
- Independent postgraduate study
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- MASTER OF ARTS (BIBLICAL STUDIES)
- SAQA ID
- 114279
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a registration-end date of 25 July 2019 but does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited as applicable at the time of enrolment.
- Check the formal admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Confirm the assessment requirements and whether any research, dissertation or other academic requirements apply.
- Check whether the qualification is currently accepting new enrolments and obtain the applicable programme information before making a decision.