Doctor of Technology: Biomedical Technology
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About this qualification
The Doctor of Technology: Biomedical Technology is a 240-credit higher-education qualification at NQF level 8 in the Preventive Health subfield. It is focused on advanced study related to biomedical technology and its relevance to health prevention.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may interest people seeking advanced study in biomedical technology, preventive health and related applied health-science areas. Prospective learners should confirm that their academic background and experience meet the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, technical or research-oriented development in biomedical technology and preventive health-related settings. No specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Biomedical technology knowledge
- Scientific and technical problem-solving
- Application of technology in preventive health contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Technology: Biomedical Technology
- SAQA ID
- 73920
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- University of Johannesburg
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the programme is open for new enrolment.
- Check the admission requirements with the provider.
- Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification structure, delivery format, costs and completion arrangements directly with the provider.