NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 120-credit Higher Certificate at NQF Level 5 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. It is intended to provide higher-education-level preparation in information technology, but the available information does not describe its detailed curriculum or learning outcomes.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in building a foundation in information technology and computer sciences may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and confirmation that the qualification is available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward entry-level opportunities related to information technology, but no specific career relationships are supplied. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational information technology knowledge
- Basic computer-science understanding
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
- SAQA ID
- 113504
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019.
- Confirm directly with the provider whether new enrolment is permitted and whether the qualification remains authorised for delivery.
- Check the provider’s accreditation or authorisation for this specific qualification.
- Review the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, workplace or other participation requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF level against current official records before paying fees or enrolling.