Doctor of Medicine: Family Medicine
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Medicine: Family Medicine is an advanced higher-education qualification focused on family medicine within the Curative Health field. It is listed at NQF Level 10 and carries 240 credits. The qualification was originated by the University of the Free State.
Who might consider this qualification?
People exploring advanced academic study in family medicine may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and any applicable professional prerequisites.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further professional development related to family medicine. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Medicine: Family Medicine
- SAQA ID
- 16524
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about applicable assessment arrangements and any workplace, clinical or practical requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification remains open for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.