Qualification

National Higher Diploma: Graphic Design

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID2191
NQF Level7
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The National Higher Diploma: Graphic Design is an advanced higher-education qualification focused on graphic design practice and related visual communication work. The available record places it at NQF Level 7 within the Design Studies subfield and indicates that its recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006. Its current status should therefore be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking advanced study in graphic design and visual communication, subject to confirming its current availability and the applicable admission requirements with an authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for graphic design and related visual communication work by providing advanced study in the graphic design field. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular career, and no specific career mappings are available in the supplied information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Graphic design practice
  • Visual communication
  • Design development

Official dataset information

Qualification title
National Higher Diploma: Graphic Design
SAQA ID
2191
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
480
Field
2
Subfield
Design Studies
Originator
Committee of Technikon Principals
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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 and enrolment status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and can issue a recognised award.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is still available for new enrolment and whether the supplied qualification record has been updated or superseded.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.