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Doctor of Technology: Cartography

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SAQA ID2155
NQF Level10
Credits240
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Technology: Cartography was a doctoral-level qualification focused on advanced study in cartography, the field concerned with representing and communicating geographic information through maps and related forms of spatial visualisation. It was positioned at NQF Level 10 and carried 240 credits. The available record shows that its registration period ended on 30 June 2006, so its current availability should be verified before considering enrolment.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may have been relevant to people seeking advanced academic or research-oriented study in cartography and related geographic information work. Prospective students should confirm whether the qualification is still available and whether they meet the provider's current requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may have supported advanced research and specialist work related to cartography. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No approved related-career mappings were supplied for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced cartographic study
  • Research related to cartography
  • Representation and communication of geographic information

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Technology: Cartography
SAQA ID
2155
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
240
Field
7
Subfield
General Social Science
Originator
Committee of Technikon Principals
Registration end in source dataset
2006-06-30
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, since the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2006.
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  • Check the provider's current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment format and any research, practical or workplace requirements that apply.
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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.