Doctor of Philosophy: Nursing
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification in Nursing, positioned within the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. It represents advanced academic study in nursing at NQF Level 10.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic, scholarly or research-focused study in nursing and related health-promotion or developmental services may consider this qualification, subject to verifying the applicable admission requirements and current availability.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support academic, research-oriented or senior scholarly pathways related to nursing. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Nursing
- SAQA ID
- 2547
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 840
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- Medical University of Southern Africa
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA status and whether enrolment is permitted, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the provider has current authority or accreditation to offer this exact qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission, selection and application requirements.
- Ask the provider how the qualification is assessed and whether research, thesis, dissertation or workplace components apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 2547 and NQF Level 10 details before making an application.