Doctor of Philosophy: Development Studies: Population and Development
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About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on the relationship between population issues and development within the People/Human Centred Development field. It is listed at NQF Level 10 with 240 credits under the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced study and research concerning population and development may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s published admission and enrolment requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research, academic and development-focused work related to population and development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research
- Critical analysis of population and development issues
- Evidence-informed academic inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Development Studies: Population and Development
- SAQA ID
- 19413
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- People/Human Centred Development
- Originator
- University of North West
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2009 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic or research prerequisites.
- Ask the provider to confirm the current assessment, research, supervision and any workplace-related requirements before enrolling.