Doctor of Literature
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Literature is a high-level qualification in the Literature field on the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 400 credits, reflecting advanced engagement with literature and literary scholarship.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced study in literature or literary scholarship, subject to the institution's published admission requirements and the qualification's current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or scholarly work related to literature. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced engagement with literature
- Literary scholarship
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Literature
- SAQA ID
- 72766
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 400
- Field
- 4
- Subfield
- Literature
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied registration record ended on 31 December 2018.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment requirements and any research, dissertation or other completion requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment before making any payment or commitment.