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Doctor of Philosophy: Subject Didactics

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SAQA ID15587
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on subject didactics: the scholarly study of how particular subjects are understood, taught and developed within education. The evidence places it at NQF Level 10 in the Higher Education and Training subfield, with 360 credits.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced scholarly specialisation in subject teaching, subject didactics, teacher education or educational research might consider this qualification. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, educational research or subject-didactics-related pathways, depending on the holder’s experience and the requirements of particular roles. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any career. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scholarly inquiry in subject didactics
  • Critical analysis of approaches to teaching particular subjects
  • Specialised academic research and communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Philosophy: Subject Didactics
SAQA ID
15587
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
5
Subfield
Higher Education and Training
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.