Doctor of Literature and Philosophy: Information Science
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About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study and research in Information Science. It is listed at NQF Level 10 with 360 credits and falls within the Information Technology and Computer Sciences subfield. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2009, and its current status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or qualification planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in pursuing advanced academic or research-oriented work in Information Science might consider this qualification, subject to confirming its current availability and any applicable admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research or academic development related to Information Science. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no approved related-career mappings were supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research capability in Information Science
- Specialised academic inquiry in the information and computing sciences
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Literature and Philosophy: Information Science
- SAQA ID
- 4453
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
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- Ask the provider to explain the assessment, research and supervision arrangements that apply.
- Confirm that the qualification title, NQF level, credits and awarding institution match the current official records.