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Doctor of Philosophy: Oral Medicine and Periodontology

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SAQA ID21650
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study in oral medicine and periodontology. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework, carries 240 credits, and falls under the Preventive Health subfield.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced academic or research-focused development in oral medicine and periodontology might consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s published requirements and the qualification’s current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards research, academic or highly specialised oral-health-related work where its subject focus is relevant. It does not guarantee employment, professional appointment, registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly inquiry
  • Research capability in oral medicine and periodontology
  • Critical analysis of preventive health topics
  • Academic communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Oral Medicine and Periodontology
SAQA ID
21650
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
9
Subfield
Preventive 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, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification.
  • Check the current admission, prior-qualification and selection requirements directly with the institution.
  • Review the assessment, research and any supervision requirements before applying.
  • Confirm whether any professional registration or practice-related requirements apply separately to the work you intend to pursue.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.