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 HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Primary Agriculture subfield. It represents doctoral-level study focused on developing advanced knowledge and expertise related to agriculture.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research-focused development in primary agriculture, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current availability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards advanced research, academic or specialist work related to primary agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced agricultural research
- Critical analysis of primary agriculture issues
- Independent scholarly work
- High-level academic communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Agriculture
- SAQA ID
- 97116
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- Nelson Mandela University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Confirm the current assessment, research and any workplace-related requirements directly with the provider.
- Clarify whether new enrolment is currently available before making plans or payments.