Doctor of Philosophy: Education
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Philosophy: Education is an advanced, research-focused qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Higher Education and Training subfield. It is intended to represent highly advanced scholarly engagement with education-related questions and knowledge.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced scholarly or research-oriented expertise in education and higher education and training. Prospective applicants should confirm that they meet the relevant admission requirements set by the institution offering it.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support research-oriented, scholarly and advanced professional work related to education and higher education and training. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced educational research
- Critical and analytical thinking
- Scholarly communication
- Independent academic inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Education
- SAQA ID
- 21668
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 5
- Subfield
- Higher Education and Training
- Originator
- University of the Western Cape
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are appropriately accredited or authorised.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the assessment structure and any research, supervision or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the qualification title, SAQA ID and NQF level match the offering being advertised.