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 a doctoral-level qualification in the Justice in Society field, positioned at NQF Level 10 and carrying 360 credits. It is associated with the University of North West as originator. The available record indicates that its registration ended on 30 June 2009, while its current SAQA status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be of interest to people seeking advanced academic engagement with law, justice and related societal issues, particularly those considering high-level legal scholarship or research. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant institution.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced legal scholarship, research and policy-oriented work related to justice and society. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular legal career, and no approved related-career mappings are available in the supplied information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced legal analysis
- Legal research
- Scholarly communication and writing
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Laws
- SAQA ID
- 19207
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- University of North West
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before enrolling, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Ask the institution to confirm the admission requirements and whether the qualification is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm the assessment arrangements and whether any research, supervision or other academic requirements apply.
- Request written confirmation of the qualification title, SAQA identification and NQF level from the institution before making a commitment.