Doctor of Philosophy: Law
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Philosophy: Law is an advanced research qualification in the Justice in Society field. It is focused on developing and demonstrating high-level scholarly inquiry in law, rather than providing a general introductory legal education. The supplied record places it at NQF Level 8 and assigns 120 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research-oriented engagement with law and related justice issues. Whether it is suitable depends on the institution’s current admission requirements and the applicant’s academic background.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced legal scholarship, research and academic-oriented work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a specific legal career. No related career mappings were supplied for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced legal research
- Critical analysis of legal and justice-related issues
- Independent scholarly inquiry
- Academic writing and communication
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Law
- SAQA ID
- 9195
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 8
- Subfield
- Justice in Society
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and indicates that verification is required.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited by the appropriate authorities.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still available.
- Ask the provider for the current qualification structure, research expectations, supervision arrangements and assessment requirements.
- Confirm any requirements relating to research ethics, workplace access or other practical arrangements where applicable.
- Check whether the qualification meets your intended academic, research or employment pathway requirements before enrolling.