Doctor of Medicine
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Medicine is an NQF level 10 higher-education qualification in the Preventive Health subfield, comprising 360 credits. It was originated by the University of Cape Town. The available record shows a registration-end date snapshot of 30 June 2024, so its current status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study related to medicine and preventive health. Whether it is suitable depends on the person's prior education, career objectives and the provider's current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or professional development related to medicine and preventive health. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Medicine
- SAQA ID
- 16395
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Cape Town
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration-end date snapshot of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any workplace, clinical or practical requirements that may apply.
- Confirm how the qualification fits your intended academic or career pathway, including any separate registration or employment requirements that may apply.