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MASTER OF ARTS IN SOCIAL WORK

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SAQA ID113279
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a postgraduate Master of Arts qualification focused on social work within the Rehabilitative Health/Services subfield. It is set at NQF Level 9 and carries 180 credits. The qualification was originated by Nelson Mandela University.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced postgraduate study related to social work and rehabilitative health or services may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development for work or progression in social work-related and rehabilitative services contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced engagement with social work-related issues
  • Postgraduate-level analysis in a rehabilitative health or services context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
MASTER OF ARTS IN SOCIAL WORK
SAQA ID
113279
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
9
Subfield
Rehabilitative Health/Services
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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, because the supplied registration record has an end date of 25 July 2019 and current status has not been confirmed.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is currently available.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification’s assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 113279, NQF level, credits and awarding institution in the provider’s current documentation.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.