Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Criminology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Criminology is an advanced HEQSF qualification focused on scholarly study in criminology, within the Justice in Society subfield. It carries 240 credits and is associated with the University of South Africa. The available record shows a registration end date of 29 May 2022, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research-oriented engagement with criminology and related justice-in-society questions. It should not be treated as an admission recommendation, and prospective applicants should confirm whether enrolment is currently possible.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced scholarly, research, analytical or teaching-related pathways connected with criminology and justice studies. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and no specific related careers are mapped in the available information.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced academic inquiry in criminology
- Critical analysis of justice-related issues
- Research and scholarly writing
- Independent analytical work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Literature and Philosophy in Criminology
- SAQA ID
- 111020
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- Not Applicable
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- University of South Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2022-05-29
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status directly with SAQA and the institution, particularly because the available record shows a registration end date of 29 May 2022.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific qualification remains available.
- Check the current admission requirements with the institution.
- Ask the institution for the current assessment arrangements and any research, dissertation or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification and credit information before applying.