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MASTER OF JOURNALISM

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SAQA ID113249
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Master of Journalism is a postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 9 in the Media Studies subfield. It represents advanced study in journalism and is associated with Durban University of Technology as the originator. The qualification carries 180 credits. The supplied record indicates that its registration ended on 25 July 2019, while its current status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced postgraduate study related to journalism and media studies might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s verified current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support further academic or professional development related to journalism and media studies. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced written communication related to journalism
  • Critical analysis of media and journalistic work
  • Research and inquiry in a journalism or media-studies context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
MASTER OF JOURNALISM
SAQA ID
113249
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
4
Subfield
Media Studies
Originator
Durban University of Technology
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 and enrolment status directly with SAQA or the authorised provider, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 113249, NQF level and credit value before applying.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.