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Doctor of Nursing

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SAQA ID112426
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Nursing is a doctoral-level qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. At NQF Level 10 and 360 credits, it represents advanced academic study in nursing and may support high-level scholarly engagement with prevention-focused health issues.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest nursing professionals or researchers seeking doctoral-level academic development related to nursing and preventive health. Prospective students should confirm that they meet the institution’s requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced research, academic and specialist work related to nursing and preventive health. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly research
  • Critical analysis of nursing and preventive health issues
  • Academic and research communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Nursing
SAQA ID
112426
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive Health
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2021-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2021 and its current status requires confirmation.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the institution’s admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the institution about assessment arrangements and any research, practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is currently accepting new enrolments.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.