Doctor of Psychology
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Psychology is an advanced, NQF level 10 higher education qualification in the Psychology subfield. It represents doctoral-level study in psychology, but its current registration and enrolment availability should be verified before relying on this information.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification might be considered by people seeking advanced academic or professional development in psychology and who are exploring doctoral-level study. Suitability depends on the provider’s published admission requirements and the applicant’s prior qualifications and experience.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward psychology-related academic, research or professional pathways. It does not by itself guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced study in psychology
- Doctoral-level research capability
- Critical analysis of psychological knowledge
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Psychology
- SAQA ID
- 81221
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 7
- Subfield
- Psychology
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record indicates a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised and appropriately accredited for current enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, including any prerequisite qualifications or experience.
- Review the provider’s assessment, research and any workplace or practical requirements where applicable.
- Confirm whether the qualification supports any intended professional or registration pathway, and check the requirements of the relevant authority separately.