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Doctor of Philosophy in Town and Regional Planning

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SAQA ID7317
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced scholarly study in town and regional planning. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework and carries 360 credits. The available information does not provide detailed curriculum or learning-content descriptions.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced academic or research-focused study in town and regional planning might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission determination; prospective students should confirm the institution’s current admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further scholarly or specialist work related to town and regional planning, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced engagement with town and regional planning as a field
  • Doctoral-level scholarly and research capability

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy in Town and Regional Planning
SAQA ID
7317
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
12
Subfield
Physical Planning Design and Management
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
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, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and check the relevant accreditation information.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements directly.
  • Ask the provider about the structure of the qualification, assessment arrangements and whether any research, supervision or workplace-related requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA identification number 7317 and NQF level with the provider 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.