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Doctor of Education

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SAQA ID114917
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Education is a doctoral-level qualification in the General Social Science subfield, positioned at NQF Level 10 and carrying 360 credits. It is intended for advanced engagement with education as a field of scholarly and professional inquiry. The available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023, but does not confirm its current registration status.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or professional development in education, particularly those interested in examining educational questions at doctoral level. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced scholarly, analytical and professional work related to education. However, no approved related-career mappings are supplied, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced educational inquiry
  • Critical and analytical thinking
  • Independent scholarly work
  • Research communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Education
SAQA ID
114917
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
Rhodes University
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still open.
  • Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, learning expectations, assessment arrangements and any research or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 114917, NQF level and credit value against current official information before making a decision.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.