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Doctor of Philosophy

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SAQA ID19604
NQF Level10
Credits320
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy is a doctoral-level qualification in the Finance, Economics and Accounting subfield. It represents advanced academic study and research in this broad area, but the available information does not specify its research topic, structure or learning content.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing advanced scholarly work in finance, economics or accounting might consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission and research requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support further academic, research or specialist work related to finance, economics and accounting. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research capability
  • Critical and analytical thinking in finance, economics or accounting
  • Scholarly investigation and academic communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy
SAQA ID
19604
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
320
Field
3
Subfield
Finance Economics and Accounting
Originator
University of Potchefstroom
Registration end in source dataset
2009-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2009 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised and appropriately accredited for enrolment.
  • Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution for the research, supervision, thesis or other assessment arrangements before making a decision.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment and whether any historical registration limitations apply.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.