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 a 360-credit qualification in the HEQSF at NQF Level 10, within the Primary Agriculture subfield. It originated at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. The available information does not provide the curriculum, learning outcomes or detailed purpose of the qualification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic study related to agriculture or primary agricultural contexts might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s requirements, which should be confirmed directly.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to advanced academic, research or specialist agricultural contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and no approved related-career mappings are available here.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Agriculture
- SAQA ID
- 96952
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether your prior qualifications and experience are suitable.
- Ask the provider for the full curriculum, learning outcomes, assessment approach and any research, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification’s credit structure, delivery format, supervision arrangements and completion expectations directly with the provider.
- Obtain written confirmation of fees, funding options and any applicable institutional policies before committing.