DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MEDICAL SCIENCES
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About this qualification
This is a Level 10, 360-credit doctoral qualification in Medical Sciences, located in the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield of the HEQSF. It represents advanced academic study in the medical sciences and was originated by the University of Limpopo.
Who might consider this qualification?
People considering advanced doctoral-level academic or research study in medical sciences might consider this qualification, subject to confirming the applicable admission and enrolment conditions.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced scholarly and research-oriented work related to medical sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research capability
- Critical analysis of medical-science knowledge
- Scholarly communication
- Independent academic inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN MEDICAL SCIENCES
- SAQA ID
- 113714
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of Limpopo
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2019-07-25
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019.
- Confirm that the institution and specific qualification are currently authorised or accredited for enrolment.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Confirm the research, assessment and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Ask the institution whether new enrolment or achievement is currently possible before making arrangements.