Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Management
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About this qualification
The Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Management is an advanced, research-focused doctoral qualification in the Sport subfield. It is placed at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may suit people seeking advanced academic or research engagement in sport management, subject to the provider’s published admission requirements and selection processes.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for advanced research, academic and specialist sport-management work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced research and inquiry in sport management
- Critical analysis of sport-management issues
- Specialist knowledge development in the Sport field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy in Sport Management
- SAQA ID
- 73916
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 2
- Subfield
- Sport
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific qualification are authorised and appropriately accredited for enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and application process.
- Ask the provider about the research, supervision, assessment and any workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether new enrolment or achievement is currently available before making financial or study commitments.