The NQF Explorer

The South African National Qualifications Framework has 10 levels. As you move up, the complexity, critical thinking, and research requirements increase. Click a level to see all qualifications registered there.

LEVEL1
Elementary
Grade 9 (GETC)
Basic foundational learning and literacy.
5 active qualifications
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LEVEL2
Elementary
Grade 10
Basic knowledge and comprehension.
87 active qualifications
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LEVEL3
Intermediate
Grade 11
Applied competence in routine tasks.
112 active qualifications
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LEVEL4
Intermediate
Grade 12 (NSC)
General education and training certificate.
162 active qualifications
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LEVEL5
Higher Certificate
Higher Cert / Adv Cert
Foundational higher education skills.
629 active qualifications
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LEVEL6
Diploma
Diploma / Adv Diploma
Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical application.
841 active qualifications
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LEVEL7
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Comprehensive theoretical and professional knowledge.
1,749 active qualifications
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LEVEL8
Honours Degree
Honours / Postgrad Dip
Specialized advanced study and research readiness.
2,616 active qualifications
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LEVEL9
Master's Degree
Master's Degree
Highly specialized knowledge and original research.
2,035 active qualifications
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LEVEL10
Doctoral Degree
PhD / Doctorate
The highest level of academic achievement and original research.
588 active qualifications
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