Doctor of Science: Medical Sciences
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Doctor of Science: Medical Sciences is a NQF Level 10 doctoral qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. It represents advanced academic study and scholarly work in medical sciences, with 240 credits, and was originated by Stellenbosch University.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced doctoral-level academic development in medical sciences and preventive health might consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm the institution’s current admission requirements and whether the qualification is available for new enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
This qualification may support further academic, research-oriented or specialist work related to medical sciences and preventive health. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Science: Medical Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 7543
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Stellenbosch University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the applicable admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider to explain the qualification’s research, assessment and any applicable workplace or practical requirements before enrolling.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and awarding arrangements in the current provider and SAQA information.