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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY: MUSIC

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SAQA ID113975
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Philosophy: Music is an NQF Level 10 doctoral qualification in the Music subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It represents advanced, specialist academic study in music and is associated with the University of Pretoria as originator. The qualification carries 360 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking the highest level of academic qualification in Music, particularly those interested in advanced scholarly or research-focused work in the field. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support progression towards advanced academic, research or specialist music-related work, but no approved related careers are mapped in the available evidence. 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 within the field of Music
  • Specialist academic communication
  • In-depth investigation of music-related questions

Official dataset information

Qualification title
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY: MUSIC
SAQA ID
113975
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
2
Subfield
Music
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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 date of 25 July 2019 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
  • Ask the provider to explain the assessment arrangements and any research, supervision or other completion requirements that apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the listed originator still offers it.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.