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Doctor of Nursing

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SAQA ID19666
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Nursing is a doctoral-level qualification in the Curative Health subfield, positioned at NQF level 10 within the HEQSF. It carries 360 credits and represents advanced academic study in nursing. The available record identifies Stellenbosch University as the originator.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced doctoral-level study related to nursing, particularly those interested in developing expertise for scholarly, research or leadership-oriented work in the field. Suitability and admission depend on the provider’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, research and nursing-related professional development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related-career mappings are available in the supplied information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced nursing-related inquiry
  • Research and scholarly analysis
  • Critical evaluation of nursing-related knowledge

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Nursing
SAQA ID
19666
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
Stellenbosch University
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 available record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the provider.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification structure, supervision arrangements, assessment requirements and any research or workplace requirements that apply.
  • Confirm the qualification’s current credit, NQF and institutional details before making an enrolment decision.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.