Doctor of Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Administration is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study in Public Administration. It represents an opportunity to develop and demonstrate high-level engagement with administration as an academic and professional field. The supplied record places it at NQF Level 10 and assigns 240 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic engagement with Public Administration, including those seeking to deepen their understanding of administration at doctoral level, might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant institution.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support the development of advanced capability relevant to public administration and related academic or policy-oriented work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No related careers were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced analysis of public administration issues
- Research and evidence-based inquiry in administration
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Administration
- SAQA ID
- 8357
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Administration
- Originator
- University of North West
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009 and its current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements, as these were not supplied here.
- Ask for details of the curriculum, research or assessment expectations, supervision arrangements and any workplace-related requirements before making a decision.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 8357, NQF level and credit value with the institution and SAQA.