Doctor of Education: Subject Didactics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 400-credit Doctor of Education qualification at NQF Level 10, focused on Subject Didactics within the Higher Education and Training subfield. Its focus is the advanced study of how particular subjects are taught and understood in educational settings. The supplied record indicates that its registration period ended on 30 June 2009, and its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study of subject teaching, subject-specific education or higher education and training may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective learners should confirm the qualification’s current availability and admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification’s title and field indicate relevance to advanced education-focused and subject-didactics work. However, no approved related careers are mapped in the supplied evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration period ended in 2009, prospective learners should first verify whether it remains available or has been replaced.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced understanding of subject didactics
- Specialised educational inquiry related to subject teaching
- Higher education and training knowledge
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Education: Subject Didactics
- SAQA ID
- 15279
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 400
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Higher Education and Training
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before making plans to enrol.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific delivery arrangement is legitimate.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are open.
- Ask for current information about assessment, research, dissertation or workplace requirements, where applicable.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 15279, NQF level, credit value and registration details against current official records.