Doctor of Consumer Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Consumer Science is an advanced doctoral qualification in the Consumer Services subfield. It is placed at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits, indicating a high-level qualification focused on advanced study in Consumer Science. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018, while its current registration status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced study in Consumer Science and those interested in developing specialist scholarly expertise in the field. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements, which should be confirmed directly.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced academic, research or subject-specialist pathways related to Consumer Science, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the supplied record indicates a historical registration-end snapshot, prospective learners should first confirm whether it is currently available for enrolment or has been replaced by another qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced study in Consumer Science
- High-level analytical thinking
- Scholarly research and academic communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Consumer Science
- SAQA ID
- 115447
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Consumer Services
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether your prior qualifications meet them.
- Ask the provider about the current assessment, research and any workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 115447, NQF level, credit value and applicable dates before making a decision.
- Clarify whether the qualification remains available in its recorded form or has been replaced or amended.