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National Diploma: Popular Music Sound Engineering

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SAQA ID22100
NQF Level6
Credits260
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 260-credit National Diploma at NQF level 6 in the OQSF, focused on sound engineering in the context of popular music and situated within the Performing Arts field. The available information indicates that its recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2023, so its current status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in the technical sound-engineering side of popular music and the broader Performing Arts field might consider this qualification. This is general guidance, not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for work related to popular-music sound engineering and audio production. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular career, and no specific approved career relationships are available here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Sound-engineering skills for popular music contexts
  • Audio production skills
  • Technical understanding of sound in performing-arts settings

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Diploma: Popular Music Sound Engineering
SAQA ID
22100
NQF sub-framework
OQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
260
Field
2
Subfield
Performing Arts
Originator
Department of Education
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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, including whether it remains available for new enrolment.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider about the applicable assessment requirements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 22100, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA records.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.