NQF Level 7

Bachelor's Degree

The standard undergraduate university qualification globally — providing comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge in a chosen discipline and forming the foundation for professional careers or postgraduate study.

NQF Level 7
NQF Level (SA)
Level 6 (EQF) / Bachelor's (USA/AU/CA/UK)
International Equivalent
3–4 Years
Typical Duration

What You Study

  • Theoretical foundations of the discipline
  • Research methodology and academic writing
  • Electives and specialisation modules
  • Practical work or internship (professional degrees)
  • Capstone project or dissertation (some programs)

Career Paths

  • Wide professional careers depending on field — Accountant, Engineer, Lawyer, Teacher, Nurse, Social Worker, Marketer, IT Specialist
  • Pathway to Honours or Master's degree

Salary Range

R180,000–R700,000+ in SA. USD $45,000–$150,000+ globally depending on field and country.

Entry Requirements

National Senior Certificate with APS of 26–45+ depending on university and program. Medicine, Law, and Engineering are highly competitive.

Notes & Tips

In SA, a 3-year BCom/BA/BSc is most common. Professional degrees (BEd, LLB, MBChB, BEng) run 4–6 years. In the USA, Canada, and Australia the standard duration is 4 years.

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