Doctor of Architecture
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Architecture is an advanced, NQF Level 10 qualification in the Physical Planning, Design and Management subfield. It represents an extensive programme of study at doctoral level, with 360 credits, focused on architecture and related planning and design practice.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in architecture, physical planning, design and management, subject to the requirements set by an authorised provider. It may be relevant to those interested in doctoral-level study and research in the architectural field.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced academic, research, design and planning-related career development in architecture. It does not guarantee employment, professional appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced architectural thinking
- Design and planning analysis
- Research-oriented work in architecture and the built environment
- Critical analysis of physical planning, design and management issues
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Architecture
- SAQA ID
- 9943
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Physical Planning Design and Management
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- 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 date 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 admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment, research, design and any workplace or practice-related requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification aligns with any professional registration or practice pathway you intend to pursue; do not assume that holding the qualification provides professional registration.