DOCTOR OF NURSING
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Nursing is a doctoral-level qualification in the Curative Health subfield. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits, with the University of Johannesburg identified as the originator. The qualification’s current SAQA registration status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in nursing and doctoral-level engagement with the nursing field. Suitability depends on the institution’s current admission requirements, which should be confirmed directly.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression toward advanced academic, research or leadership-related work connected with nursing, depending on the opportunities and requirements of particular employers or institutions. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- DOCTOR OF NURSING
- SAQA ID
- 113660
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly, as the available record indicates a registration-end snapshot of 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid.
- Check the current admission requirements with the institution.
- Ask the institution about the assessment format and whether any research, clinical or other workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and awarding arrangements before registering.