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 360-credit qualification at NQF Level 10 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF). It is associated with the Curative Health subfield, with the University of Venda listed as the originator. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024, and its current status requires verification.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic study in nursing and the Curative Health field may consider this qualification, subject to the applicable admission and institutional requirements. The available evidence does not confirm those requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support advanced scholarly development in nursing and related health settings. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 96520
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolment is permitted.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution about assessment arrangements and any research, clinical or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification remains available in its current form, given the recorded registration end date of 30 June 2024.