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Doctor of Public Administration

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SAQA ID78114
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Public Administration is a 360-credit doctoral qualification at NQF level 10 in the Public Administration subfield. It represents advanced academic study in the administration and governance of public organisations and services.

What this qualification may cover

  • Advanced study in public administration
  • Doctoral-level engagement with the field of Public Administration
  • A 360-credit qualification positioned at NQF level 10

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in public administration, particularly those interested in senior-level scholarly, policy or public-sector work. Suitability and admission depend on the provider's requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, policy and public-administration-related development, but it does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced analysis in public administration
  • Doctoral-level research capability
  • Critical engagement with public-sector administration and governance

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Public Administration
SAQA ID
78114
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
3
Subfield
Public Administration
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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 directly with SAQA, as the available registration record has an end-date snapshot of 30 June 2024 and current status has not been verified.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider's current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment process and any research, dissertation or other academic requirements that apply.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification details remain current.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.