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Doctor of Laws

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SAQA ID6025
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Laws is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Justice in Society subfield. It is associated with high-level legal scholarship and advanced engagement with legal and justice-related issues. The qualification has 240 credits and was originated by the University of South Africa.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced development in legal scholarship, research or academic engagement with justice-related issues might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s current requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support advanced legal research, scholarly and academic work, or other roles involving high-level analysis of law and justice. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced legal and justice-related analysis
  • Research and critical inquiry
  • Scholarly communication and academic writing

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Laws
SAQA ID
6025
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
8
Subfield
Justice in Society
Originator
University of South Africa
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 a registration end date of 30 June 2023 is recorded and current status has not been confirmed.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited where applicable.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification’s current availability, assessment arrangements and any research, dissertation or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification details directly with the provider and SAQA before making an enrolment 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.