Doctor of Dietetics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Dietetics is a doctoral-level higher education qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. It is placed at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits. The available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2024, while its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced study related to dietetics and preventive health may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and confirmation that enrolment is available.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support advanced academic, research or specialist development related to dietetics and preventive health. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Dietetics
- SAQA ID
- 105383
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before applying.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited for the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether new enrolment is currently permitted, given the recorded registration end date of 30 June 2024.