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, research-oriented legal qualification at NQF level 10 within the Justice in Society field. It carries 360 credits and represents a high level of specialised academic engagement with law and justice.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with law, legal scholarship and justice-related issues. Prospective applicants should confirm the institution’s actual admission and research expectations before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced legal research, scholarship, policy analysis or other justice-related work, depending on the holder’s experience and the requirements of a particular role. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Laws
- SAQA ID
- 8885
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is currently open for enrolment.
- Check the admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about the research, supervision, assessment and submission requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and awarding arrangements before making payment or enrolling.