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Doctor of Philosophy in Community Health

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SAQA ID14655
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy in Community Health is an advanced research qualification at NQF Level 10, comprising 360 credits and located in the Curative Health subfield of the HEQSF. It is associated with the University of Pretoria as originator and focuses broadly on developing expert scholarly engagement with community health.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced research or scholarly development in community health may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s verified status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support pathways involving community health research, academic work, policy-related inquiry or senior analytical roles in health contexts. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research in community health
  • Critical analysis of health-related issues
  • Scholarly communication
  • Independent academic inquiry

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy in Community Health
SAQA ID
14655
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly with SAQA or the relevant institution, as the available registration record shows an end date of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited for the qualification.
  • Check the admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about the research, supervision and assessment arrangements that apply.
  • Confirm whether any workplace, fieldwork or other practical requirements apply before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.