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Doctor of Public Administration

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SAQA ID96673
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Public Administration is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10 in the Public Administration subfield. It is oriented towards high-level study and inquiry in public administration and is associated with the University of the Western Cape. The supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024, so its current availability should be confirmed before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic engagement with public administration, including those interested in senior-level public-sector research, governance, administration or policy-related work. Suitability and admission depend on requirements that should be confirmed with the authorised provider.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced research and analytical work related to public administration and may be relevant to senior academic, policy, governance or public-sector roles. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced engagement with public administration concepts
  • High-level analytical and research capability related to public administration

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Public Administration
SAQA ID
96673
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
3
Subfield
Public Administration
Originator
University of the Western Cape
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.

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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.