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Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies

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SAQA ID118683
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10, comprising 360 credits. It is focused on doctoral-level engagement with development studies and is associated with the General Social Science subfield. The qualification was originated by the University of South Africa.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research engagement in development studies and related social-science questions. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant provider because entry requirements have not been supplied.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research or development-focused work by providing advanced engagement with development studies. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career, and no approved related-career mappings are supplied.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research in development studies
  • Critical analysis of development-related issues
  • Independent scholarly inquiry
  • Academic writing and communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy in Development Studies
SAQA ID
118683
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
University of South Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2025-02-03
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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