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Doctor of Philosophy: Extension

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SAQA ID6295
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy: Extension is a doctoral-level qualification at NQF Level 10 in the HEQSF, associated with the Primary Agriculture subfield. It represents advanced academic study in extension and carries 360 credits. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, so its current availability should be verified before any enrolment decision.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced doctoral-level academic study related to extension within primary agriculture might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced scholarly, research-oriented or extension-related work in primary agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no approved related careers are mapped in the supplied evidence.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced academic research
  • Critical analysis
  • Scholarly communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Extension
SAQA ID
6295
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.