Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Software Development and Media
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About this qualification
This is a 120-credit postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 in the Information Technology and Computer Sciences field. It focuses broadly on the relationship between information and communication technology, software development and media.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit graduates or other eligible applicants seeking advanced study related to software development and media within the information and communication technology field. Prospective applicants should confirm the institution’s actual admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward work related to software development, information and communication technology, and media technology. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Software development
- Applying information and communication technology in media-related contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Software Development and Media
- SAQA ID
- 96686
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification for the intended enrolment period.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment format, study requirements and any practical or workplace components that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96686, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making a decision.