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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

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SAQA ID113328
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a Doctor of Philosophy qualification at NQF Level 10 in the General Social Science subfield. It carries 360 credits and represents advanced academic study in the social sciences. The available record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019, so its current status should be verified before relying on it for enrolment or progression decisions.

Who might consider this qualification?

People considering advanced scholarly or research-focused study in the social sciences might explore this qualification, subject to the provider’s requirements and the qualification’s verified current status. This is general guidance and not an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

A doctoral qualification in General Social Science may support advanced research, academic and other knowledge-based work related to the social sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Independent scholarly research
  • Critical analysis of social science questions
  • Advanced academic writing and communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
SAQA ID
113328
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
Rand Afrikaans University
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, particularly because the available record shows a registration end date of 25 July 2019.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are appropriately accredited or authorised.
  • Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether they apply to this qualification.
  • Confirm the assessment arrangements and any research, supervision or workplace-related requirements that may apply.
  • Ask the provider to confirm that the qualification details, including the NQF level and credit value, match the current approved offering.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.