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Master of Arts in Politics

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SAQA ID73961
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Master of Arts in Politics is an NQF Level 9 higher education qualification focused on advanced study in politics and the related areas of public policy and democratic citizenship. It carries 180 credits. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, while its current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with politics, public policy or democratic citizenship, subject to the institution’s applicable admission requirements. Those considering it should first confirm that it is currently available for enrolment.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support work involving political research, public policy analysis, democratic governance or related analytical activities. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular career, and no approved related-career mappings are supplied.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced political analysis
  • Public policy analysis
  • Research and critical evaluation
  • Understanding of democratic citizenship and governance

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Arts in Politics
SAQA ID
73961
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of Johannesburg
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.