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Doctor of Science: Agriculture

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SAQA ID15171
NQF Level10
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

A doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced scholarship and research in agriculture. It sits at NQF Level 10 within the Primary Agriculture subfield and is associated with the University of Fort Hare. The supplied record indicates that its registration ended on 31 December 2014, while its current status requires verification.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking the highest level of academic study in agriculture and an opportunity to pursue advanced scholarly work in the field. Prospective applicants should confirm the current status and any institutional admission requirements before making plans.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support advanced academic, research or specialist agricultural pathways, but no specific related careers were supplied. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration. Because the recorded registration end date has passed and current status requires verification, prospective learners should confirm whether it is available for new enrolment.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced agricultural research
  • Independent scholarly inquiry
  • Critical analysis of agricultural issues

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Science: Agriculture
SAQA ID
15171
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
128
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of Fort Hare
Registration end in source dataset
2014-12-31
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 or the relevant official source.
  • Confirm whether the qualification is available for new enrolment, given the recorded registration end date of 31 December 2014.
  • Check that the institution and specific offering have the required accreditation or authorisation for the intended study period.
  • Confirm the provider’s admission requirements and whether they are still applicable.
  • Ask the provider about the research, assessment and any thesis or other completion requirements before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.