Postgraduate Diploma: Translation
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Postgraduate Diploma in Translation is an NQF Level 7 higher-education qualification focused on advanced study in translation within Communication Studies. It represents 120 credits and is associated with the University of Venda as originator. The available record indicates that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic preparation in translation or a related communication-focused area, subject to the institution’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development relevant to translation-related work and communication-focused roles. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2018 and current status has not been verified, prospective learners should confirm whether it is still offered or has been replaced before relying on it for career planning.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Translation practice
- Written communication
- Language-focused analysis
- Communication across languages
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Postgraduate Diploma: Translation
- SAQA ID
- 15973
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Communication Studies
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific programme is currently available.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any language or prior-qualification requirements.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and awarding arrangements in the provider’s current documentation.
- Check whether any changes have been made since the recorded registration period ended on 31 December 2018.