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Doctor of Philosophy: Learner Support: Guidance and Counselling

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SAQA ID7645
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on learner support, guidance and counselling within the schooling field. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits, reflecting advanced study and scholarly work in this area.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic or research-focused engagement with learner support, guidance and counselling in schooling, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced scholarly, research or specialist work related to learner support, guidance and counselling in schooling. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research and independent scholarly inquiry
  • Critical analysis of issues related to learner support, guidance and counselling
  • Academic writing and scholarly communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Learner Support: Guidance and Counselling
SAQA ID
7645
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
5
Subfield
Schooling
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 supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and check the provider’s current accreditation or approval information.
  • Check the institution’s current admission requirements, including any requirements for doctoral study or prior qualifications.
  • Confirm the research, supervision and assessment arrangements that apply to the qualification.
  • Ask whether any workplace, fieldwork or practical requirements apply before enrolling.
  • Confirm whether new enrolment is currently available, as no last-enrolment date or current registration status is supplied.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.