Master of Arts: Development Studies
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Master of Arts in Development Studies is a postgraduate qualification focused on advanced study of development-related issues within the context of public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. It is recorded at NQF Level 9 with 120 credits and was originated by the University of the Western Cape.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with development studies and its relationship to public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. Prospective learners should confirm whether their background and goals align with the provider’s current requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, policy-oriented or development-focused work, but no specific approved career relationships are recorded here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Its relevance to a particular role should be assessed against that role’s requirements.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Development-focused analysis
- Public policy analysis
- Critical analysis of political and democratic citizenship issues
- Postgraduate-level academic research
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Arts: Development Studies
- SAQA ID
- 21571
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2014-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2014 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited for enrolment and delivery.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic background requirements.
- Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any research, dissertation or other completion requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment and that the published qualification details are current.