NQF Levels 4-7 Explanations & Entry Requirements | OBS (2024)

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What is NQF level 4 equivalent to? ›

In many countries, NQF Level 4 typically represents a secondary education qualification or vocational training qualification that is equivalent to a certificate or diploma. This level of qualification usually signifies a basic understanding of a subject area and the acquisition of foundational skills and knowledge.

For example, GCE A levels are at level 3 on the RQF, as are BTEC Level 3 National qualifications and the Level 3 Extended Project qualification. The level of the qualification is stated in the qualification title to ensure it's really clear for users of the qualification.

The NQF consist of 10 levels divided into three bands; Levels 1 to 4 equate to high school grades 9 to 12 or vocational training, 5 to 7 are college diplomas and technical qualifications, 7 to 10 are university degrees. Higher Certificates and Advanced National (vocational) Cert.

The short answer is that an NQF Level 4 Equivalent, also known as a National Vocational Certificate, is equivalent to a National Senior Certificate or Matric Certificate. They have the same equivalence and can both be used to apply for further studies.

NQF 7. Level 7 is a Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma. To receive this you would have to have completed a degree programme at a university or other higher learning institution.

NQF level 7 is a Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma. To receive this you would have to have completed a degree programme at a university or other higher learning institution.

Level 7 is an ordinary degree - previously referred to as a diploma - generally of three years duration. Application is mainly through the CAO, while some private colleges offer Level 7 courses outside the CAO.

National Qualifications Framework (NQF) qualifications and unit standards.

What is the full meaning of NQF? ›

A national qualifications framework (NQF) is a formal system describing qualifications. 47 countries participating in the Bologna Process are committed to producing a national qualifications framework. Other countries not part of this process also have national qualifications frameworks.

The Level 3 Course is a 120 credit course, which is equivalent to 2 A levels.

Diplomas are qualifications registered and quality assured by the CHE. These qualifications are awarded at NQF level 6. Currently, the South African Qualifications Authority's (Saqa's) website lists 877 qualifications registered as diplomas.

NQF Level 5 qualifications generally indicate a more in-depth understanding of a subject area, the ability to apply knowledge and skills in a practical context, and a higher level of independence and critical thinking compared to lower NQF levels.

Level 4. Level 4 is the equivalent to the first year of a Bachelor's Degree programme.

Level 3 (13-180 credits) = AS, A level, Level 3 Cert/Diploma = Apply of Knowledge & Skills. Level 4 (13-120 credits) = Year 1 of Bachelor's Degree, Level 4 Cert/Diploma = Analysis of Knowledge & Skills. Level 5 (13-120 credits) = Year 2 of Bachelor's Degree, Level 5 Cert/Diploma = Advanced Knowledge & Skills.

The NQF Level 4 qualification progresses from the NQF Level 3 and is intended to provide skills and companies at a more complex level. This enables graduates to develop into supervisory and junior management accounting roles. To ensure ongoing professional development, this qualification leads to membershipof AT(SA).