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Doctor of Philosophy: Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery

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SAQA ID21646
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced scholarly work in maxillofacial and oral surgery. It is listed at NQF Level 10 with 240 credits and is associated with the Curative Health subfield. The supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023, while the current registration status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced doctoral study, research or specialist scholarly development in maxillofacial and oral surgery might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s current requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, research or specialist healthcare-related career development connected with maxillofacial and oral surgery. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. There are no specific related careers identified in the available information.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Doctoral-level research in maxillofacial and oral surgery
  • Advanced scholarly and analytical work in a curative-health field

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
SAQA ID
21646
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of the Western Cape
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 and enrolment status directly with SAQA and the relevant institution, particularly because the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the current admission requirements with the institution.
  • Ask the institution for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any research, clinical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm how the qualification relates to any professional registration or practice requirements separately with the relevant professional body.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.