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 a 240-credit qualification at NQF Level 10 within the HEQSF, associated with the Preventive Health subfield. The supplied record identifies Stellenbosch University as the originator. The qualification’s current registration and enrolment status should be confirmed before relying on this information.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced higher education study related to medicine and preventive health might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s requirements and confirmation that enrolment is available.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support advanced academic or professional development related to medicine and preventive health. It does not, on the available evidence, identify specific careers or guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Medicine
- SAQA ID
- 7539
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, clinical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, credit value, NQF level and delivery details with the provider before making a decision.
- Check whether any professional registration or practice requirements outside the qualification apply to your intended pathway.