DOCTOR OF LAWS
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Laws is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Justice in Society field. It represents high-level engagement with legal scholarship and advanced study in justice-related issues. The qualification is associated with North-West University and carries 360 credits. The available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019, but its current registration status has not been verified.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in advanced legal scholarship, justice-related research or high-level academic work in law. 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 justice-related career interests, depending on the holder’s experience and the requirements of particular roles. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced legal analysis
- Critical engagement with justice-related issues
- High-level legal research
- Academic argument and scholarly communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- DOCTOR OF LAWS
- SAQA ID
- 113299
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific qualification record is valid for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether they match your academic background and experience.
- Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, learning content, assessment arrangements and any research or workplace requirements before making a decision.
- Confirm the total fees, study format, expected time commitment and support available directly with the provider.
- Check whether any intended career, employer or professional body has additional requirements beyond the qualification.