Doctor of Philosophy: Psychopedagogics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Philosophy: Psychopedagogics is an advanced doctoral qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Schooling subfield. It is intended for high-level scholarly investigation into psychopedagogics and related educational questions, normally involving substantial independent research.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced research expertise in psychopedagogics, schooling or related educational inquiry, particularly those interested in doctoral-level academic or specialist work. Suitability and admission depend on the institution’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced research, academic and specialist educational work related to psychopedagogics and schooling. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced independent research
- Critical analysis of complex educational questions
- Scholarly writing and communication
- Doctoral-level academic inquiry
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Psychopedagogics
- SAQA ID
- 15585
- 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
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status before making any enrolment decision.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently available for new enrolment, as a registration end date of 30 June 2023 is recorded.
- Check that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation.
- Ask the institution to confirm admission requirements, research or supervision expectations, assessment arrangements and any workplace-related requirements that may apply.
- Request current information about the qualification structure, delivery arrangements, fees and completion expectations directly from the institution.