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 focused on advanced academic and professional development in nursing. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. The available record identifies the University of Zululand as the originator.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced doctoral-level study in nursing, particularly those interested in developing expertise for scholarly, research or senior professional contexts, may consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule, and the qualification’s actual admission requirements should be confirmed before applying.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards advanced nursing scholarship, research, academic or senior professional pathways. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced nursing knowledge
- Doctoral-level academic inquiry
- Research and critical analysis
- Scholarly communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 96501
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Zululand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record does not confirm current registration and shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024.
- Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic or professional prerequisites.
- Ask the provider about the qualification’s assessment, research, dissertation or workplace-related requirements, where applicable.
- Confirm the current qualification structure, delivery format, fees, expected study commitment and completion requirements directly with the provider.