Qualification

Doctor of Philosophy: Aerospace Medicine

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID7319
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy: Aerospace Medicine is a Level 10 doctoral qualification focused on advanced scholarly work in the relationship between medicine and aerospace contexts. It carries 360 credits and falls within the Curative Health subfield of the HEQSF.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing advanced academic or research-oriented work relating to aerospace medicine may consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced research, academic and specialist knowledge development related to aerospace medicine. No specific related careers have been supplied, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research skills
  • Critical analysis of specialised health and aerospace-related questions
  • Scholarly communication and academic inquiry

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Aerospace Medicine
SAQA ID
7319
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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 supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that its accreditation or approval remains valid.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application process and enrolment availability.
  • Ask the provider about the qualification’s research, supervision, assessment and any applicable workplace requirements before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.