DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
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About this qualification
The Doctor of Philosophy is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10 in the General Social Science subfield. It represents high-level scholarly and research preparation in a social science context and is associated with the University of Fort Hare. The qualification carries 360 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest people seeking advanced research and scholarly development in the social sciences, particularly those considering further academic, research or specialist knowledge work. Prospective learners should confirm whether their background and goals align with the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for advanced research, academic and social science-related knowledge work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No approved related careers were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research capability
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Scholarly writing and communication
- Independent investigation of complex social science questions
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
- SAQA ID
- 113625
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- General Social Science
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA or the provider, as the available record includes a registration-end date snapshot and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific qualification and delivery arrangements are valid.
- Ask the provider about admission requirements, including any required prior qualifications or research background.
- Clarify the research, assessment, supervision and completion requirements before enrolling.
- Confirm the latest qualification title, SAQA ID, NQF level, credit value and any applicable institutional conditions in the formal enrolment documentation.