Qualification

Master of Arts: Gender Studies: Public Service

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID81248
NQF Level9
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an advanced postgraduate qualification linking gender studies with public service and the study of public policy, politics and democratic citizenship. It is positioned at NQF Level 9 and carries 128 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced academic or professional development relating to gender and public service, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship might consider this qualification. This description is guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further work or development in gender-focused, policy-related and public-service contexts. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related career pathways are identified here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Gender-focused analysis
  • Public policy analysis
  • Critical analysis of public-service and democratic-citizenship issues

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Arts: Gender Studies: Public Service
SAQA ID
81248
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
128
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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, as the recorded registration end date is 30 June 2023 and its current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and the specific offering are currently authorised or accredited where applicable.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to confirm the current assessment arrangements and any study, research or workplace-related requirements that apply.
  • Confirm that the qualification is still available for new enrolment and that the advertised title, NQF level and credit value match the current offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.