Doctor of Agriculture
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Agriculture is an advanced, research-oriented qualification focused on Primary Agriculture at NQF Level 10. It represents high-level academic engagement with agriculture and may be relevant to people seeking to develop expertise in the agricultural field.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people who want to pursue advanced academic or research-focused work in Primary Agriculture, subject to the requirements and arrangements of the institution offering it.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support agriculture-related research, academic or specialist work, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be confirmed before making study plans.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Agriculture
- SAQA ID
- 96542
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is approved.
- Ask the provider about admission requirements and whether applications or enrolments are currently open.
- Request details of the research, assessment and any supervision or workplace-related arrangements before enrolling.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 96542, NQF level and credit value with the provider.