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Doctor of Literature: Political Studies

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SAQA ID21681
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an advanced NQF Level 10 qualification in Political Studies, situated within the Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship subfield. It represents high-level academic engagement with political studies and related public-policy questions.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research-oriented engagement in Political Studies, public policy, politics or democratic citizenship. Prospective learners should confirm the qualification’s current status and any admission conditions before making decisions.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further scholarly, research or policy-oriented work related to Political Studies. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly analysis in Political Studies
  • Critical examination of political and public-policy issues
  • Independent academic research
  • Academic writing and argumentation

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Literature: Political Studies
SAQA ID
21681
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
7
Subfield
Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Originator
University of the Western Cape
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 current SAQA registration status, as the supplied registration snapshot records an end date of 30 June 2023 and current status requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific qualification are currently authorised or accredited for enrolment.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about assessment, research, dissertation or other completion requirements that apply.
  • Confirm whether new enrolment or completion is currently available before proceeding.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.