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, 480-credit higher-education qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is associated with the University of Witwatersrand. The available record indicates a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024, while its current SAQA status has not been verified.
Who might consider this qualification?
People exploring advanced university-level study in medicine and curative healthcare may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed directly with the relevant institution and through current SAQA information.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may be relevant to advanced medical and clinical healthcare pathways. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. The available evidence does not identify specific related careers or confirm the requirements for practising in any profession.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Medicine
- SAQA ID
- 9539
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Witwatersrand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited by the relevant authorities.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution about the assessment arrangements and any clinical, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm that the qualification is currently available for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.