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DOCTOR OF SCIENCE

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SAQA ID113716
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Science is an NQF level 10, 360-credit doctoral qualification in the Life Sciences field. It represents advanced scholarly study and research in a life-science context, although the available information does not describe its specific research areas, curriculum or assessment approach.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in pursuing advanced academic or research work in the Life Sciences may consider this qualification. Whether a person may enrol depends on the provider’s current admission requirements, which should be confirmed directly.

How this qualification may support career preparation

This qualification may support progression towards advanced research, scientific or academic work related to the Life Sciences. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced scientific inquiry
  • Independent doctoral-level research
  • Critical analysis of life-science questions
  • Scholarly communication

Official dataset information

Qualification title
DOCTOR OF SCIENCE
SAQA ID
113716
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
10
Subfield
Life Sciences
Originator
University of Limpopo
Registration end in source dataset
2019-07-25
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, as the available record requires verification and includes a registration-end snapshot dated 25 July 2019.
  • Confirm that the intended provider is authorised to offer the qualification and is accepting new enrolments.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, research expectations and assessment arrangements.
  • Ask whether any research, supervisory or workplace-related requirements apply to the intended study route.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 113716, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making decisions.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.