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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

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SAQA ID113254
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy is an advanced doctoral-level qualification in the General Social Science subfield. It is recorded at NQF Level 10 with 360 credits and is associated with the Medical University of Southern Africa. The available record does not provide detailed information about its research topic, structure or learning content.

Who might consider this qualification?

People considering advanced academic or research-focused study in General Social Science might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not establish admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research or specialist development related to General Social Science. No approved related careers are mapped in the available record, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly inquiry
  • Critical analysis
  • Independent research capability

Official dataset information

Qualification title
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
SAQA ID
113254
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
Medical University of Southern Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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 and enrolment status, as the record includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019 and requires verification.
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  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask for the current assessment, research and any workplace or supervision requirements before enrolling.
  • Confirm the qualification structure, research expectations, fees, duration and available support directly with the institution.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.