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Doctor of Philosophy: Philosophy of Education

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SAQA ID16307
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an advanced doctoral qualification focused on the philosophical study of education, particularly questions connected with schooling, educational ideas and the foundations of educational practice. It is positioned at NQF Level 10 and carries 360 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people seeking advanced scholarly engagement with philosophy of education and schooling, especially those interested in doctoral-level research, academic inquiry or the critical examination of educational ideas.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further development for research- and scholarship-oriented work related to philosophy of education, education studies or schooling. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced research and scholarly inquiry
  • Critical analysis of educational ideas
  • Philosophical reasoning
  • Academic writing and argumentation

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Philosophy of Education
SAQA ID
16307
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 available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023.
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  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
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  • Confirm any requirements relating to research proposals, thesis or dissertation submission, examinations and other doctoral assessment processes.
  • Check whether the qualification remains open for new enrolment before making financial or study commitments.
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