Doctor of Medicine in Medical Microbiology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on medical microbiology within the Preventive Health subfield. It represents advanced academic and specialist engagement with the role of microorganisms in health and disease, but the available information does not describe its detailed curriculum or research requirements.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic or specialist development in medical microbiology and related health-science research may consider this qualification. Suitability should be checked against the provider’s published admission requirements and the applicant’s prior qualifications and experience.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced work, research or academic development related to medical microbiology and preventive health. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No approved related-career mappings are available for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced knowledge related to medical microbiology
- Specialist analytical and research capability in a medical microbiology context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Medicine in Medical Microbiology
- SAQA ID
- 105469
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- 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 date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any prior qualification or experience requirements.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, research expectations, assessment arrangements and any workplace or practical requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification and enrolment availability directly with the provider before making a decision.