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Doctor of Laws

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SAQA ID72890
NQF Level10
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Laws is an advanced higher-education qualification in the Justice in Society field. It is intended to represent highly advanced engagement with law and related justice questions, with a substantial credit value of 128 at NQF Level 10.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced engagement with legal scholarship, justice-related inquiry or high-level academic work in the law field. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s requirements, which should be confirmed directly.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, research or specialist legal-related career pathways, but no specific career relationships are mapped here. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced legal analysis
  • Research and inquiry in law and justice
  • Scholarly writing and communication
  • Critical evaluation of legal issues

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Laws
SAQA ID
72890
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
128
Field
8
Subfield
Justice in Society
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 registration record has an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited where applicable.
  • Ask the institution to confirm admission requirements, available study arrangements and whether new enrolment is permitted.
  • Request details of the curriculum, research or assessment requirements, and any workplace or practical requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 72890, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making a 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.