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Doctor of Health Sciences

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SAQA ID116747
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Health Sciences is a doctoral-level qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. It represents advanced study in health sciences with an emphasis on prevention-oriented health work and scholarship. The qualification is at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people seeking advanced doctoral study in health sciences, particularly those focused on preventive health, research or scholarly work. Prospective students should confirm that their prior qualifications and experience meet the institution’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced research, academic or preventive-health-related work, depending on the graduate’s experience and the roles available. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers are mapped here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced health sciences research
  • Critical analysis of preventive-health questions
  • Scholarly communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Health Sciences
SAQA ID
116747
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
North West University
Registration end in source dataset
2021-06-30
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 shows a registration end date of 30 June 2021.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised and accredited for the relevant study.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are available.
  • Ask the provider about the research, supervision and assessment requirements for the doctorate.
  • Confirm whether any workplace, practical or research-access requirements apply.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.