Doctor of Administration: Public Administration
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study and scholarship in public administration. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 400 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). The qualification was originated by the University of Pretoria.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic or research-focused engagement with public administration may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research, policy and public-sector administration pathways because of its focus on public administration at doctoral level. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced analysis of public administration issues
- Independent research and scholarly inquiry
- Critical evaluation of public-sector concepts and practices
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Administration: Public Administration
- SAQA ID
- 4961
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 400
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Public Administration
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and offering are currently authorised and that the qualification is still available for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, assessment arrangements and any research, supervision or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 4961, NQF level, credit value and awarding institution directly with the provider and SAQA before making a decision.