Master of Arts in Medical Anthropology
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About this qualification
The Master of Arts in Medical Anthropology is an advanced, NQF level 9 qualification focused on understanding health, illness and healthcare through anthropological and social perspectives. It is located within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield and carries 180 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification might interest people seeking advanced academic engagement with the social, cultural and human dimensions of health and healthcare, including those considering research-oriented study in medical anthropology or related areas. This is general guidance and not an admission requirement.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic study and research-related or health-and-development work where anthropological perspectives are relevant. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Critical consideration of health and healthcare from anthropological perspectives
- Advanced academic inquiry and analysis in a health-related social science field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Arts in Medical Anthropology
- SAQA ID
- 86177
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted, as the available registration record indicates an end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation for the intended period of study.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements directly.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Check the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and delivery details against the provider’s current information before making a decision.