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Master of Arts in Political Studies

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SAQA ID21584
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Master of Arts in Political Studies is an advanced postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9 in the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It focuses on political studies within the broader area of public policy, politics and democratic citizenship, and represents extended academic engagement with the field.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with political studies, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship, particularly those interested in developing their understanding through postgraduate study. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant institution.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research or policy-related development connected with political studies and public policy. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced analysis of political and public policy issues
  • Research and academic inquiry in political studies
  • Critical engagement with questions concerning politics and democratic citizenship

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Arts in Political Studies
SAQA ID
21584
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 period ended on 30 June 2024 and current status is not confirmed here.
  • Confirm that the institution and offering are currently authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements and selection process.
  • Confirm the current curriculum, research or assessment arrangements, and any dissertation or other completion requirements directly with the institution.
  • Check whether the qualification is currently accepting new enrolments before making any application or payment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.