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Master of Arts: Economics

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SAQA ID21572
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a postgraduate economics qualification at NQF Level 8, consisting of 120 credits, within the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It is associated with the University of the Western Cape as the originator. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, so its current status should be confirmed before any enrolment decision.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced academic study, research or analytical work related to economics may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or research-oriented development in economics and may be relevant to analytical work in economic and financial contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced engagement with economics as an academic field
  • Economic and financial analysis
  • Postgraduate research and analytical thinking

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Arts: Economics
SAQA ID
21572
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, since the available record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any research, practical or workplace-related requirements apply.
  • Ask the institution to confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 21572, NQF level and credit value before applying.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.