Doctor of Philosophy: Civil Engineering
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Doctor of Philosophy qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Civil Engineering Construction subfield. It represents advanced academic study in civil engineering and carries 360 credits. The available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009, so its present status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic or research-focused work related to civil engineering and civil engineering construction might consider this qualification. Whether it is suitable depends on the applicant’s academic background, the provider’s requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards advanced civil engineering research, scholarly or specialist technical work. No specific related careers are supplied, and completing the qualification would not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced civil engineering knowledge
- Civil engineering research and analytical capability
- Independent scholarly work
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Civil Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 4001
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 12
- Subfield
- Civil Engineering Construction
- Originator
- Rand Afrikaans University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly before enrolling, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements and whether they differ from general expectations for doctoral-level study.
- Ask the provider about the assessment process, research or workplace requirements and the conditions for completing the qualification.
- Confirm that the qualification remains available for new enrolment and that the qualification details match the intended programme.