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Doctor of Nursing

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SAQA ID97065
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Nursing is a doctoral-level higher education qualification in nursing, located at NQF Level 10 and carrying 360 credits. It is associated with Nelson Mandela University and falls within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. As a doctorate, it represents advanced scholarly study in nursing, but the available information does not describe its specific content or learning activities.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced scholarly development in nursing and who are exploring doctoral-level study in the health and nursing field. Whether it is suitable for a particular applicant depends on the provider’s current admission requirements and other enrolment conditions.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, research or scholarly work related to nursing. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly inquiry in nursing
  • Critical analysis of nursing-related knowledge
  • Research-oriented thinking
  • Academic communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Nursing
SAQA ID
97065
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
Nelson Mandela 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.

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  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.