Doctor of Philosophy: Hydrological Sciences
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study and research in hydrological sciences, within the Environmental Sciences field. It is listed at NQF Level 10 and carries 256 credits. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2014, so its present availability and status should be confirmed before considering enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic or research-focused work related to hydrological sciences and environmental science may consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s current requirements and the qualification’s verified status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research-oriented or specialist environmental work related to hydrological sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No approved related-career mappings are supplied.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research in hydrological sciences
- Scientific investigation and analysis in an environmental sciences context
- Independent, specialist academic inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Hydrological Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 19860
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 256
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Environmental Sciences
- Originator
- University of Zululand
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2014-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, because the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2014 and its current status is not confirmed.
- Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that any relevant institutional accreditation or approval is current.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any academic prerequisites or research-related conditions.
- Confirm the assessment, research, thesis or other completion requirements that apply.
- Ask whether any workplace, fieldwork or practical requirements apply to the current offering.
- Confirm that the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and registration details match the current official records.