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Postgraduate Diploma: Telecommunications and Information Policy

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SAQA ID5529
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a postgraduate diploma at NQF level 8, carrying 120 credits, focused on telecommunications and information policy within the Information Studies field. It is concerned with advanced understanding of policy issues affecting telecommunications and information.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may suit graduates or professionals interested in advanced study related to telecommunications, information policy and Information Studies. It may be relevant to people considering policy-focused work or further academic development in this area, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support understanding relevant to telecommunications and information-policy environments, but no specific related careers have been mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Policy-focused analysis
  • Critical evaluation of telecommunications and information issues
  • Advanced academic study in Information Studies

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Postgraduate Diploma: Telecommunications and Information Policy
SAQA ID
5529
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
4
Subfield
Information Studies
Originator
University of South Africa
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, as the recorded registration end date was 30 June 2023 and its current status requires verification.
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  • Ask the provider about the assessment approach and any academic, research or practical requirements that apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.