Master of Arts in Xhosa
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Master of Arts in Xhosa is a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9, carrying 180 credits, focused on advanced study of Xhosa within the Language field. It represents a higher-level academic engagement with the language and may involve substantial independent scholarly work, although the specific curriculum should be confirmed with the relevant institution.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with Xhosa or postgraduate study in language-related areas. Prospective learners should confirm the institution’s admission requirements and whether new enrolment is available before making plans.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, research or language-related development, but no specific related careers are established here and it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. The available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2024, while current registration status has not been verified, so readers should confirm its status before enrolling.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engagement with Xhosa language
- Postgraduate academic research
- Language-focused analysis and communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Arts in Xhosa
- SAQA ID
- 21585
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Language
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before enrolling, particularly because the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is open for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, application deadlines and recognition of prior qualifications.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, research or dissertation expectations, supervision arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and awarding institution in the provider’s official documentation.