Doctor of Technology: Food Service Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a doctoral-level qualification focused on the management of food service operations within the hospitality and related service industries. Its NQF level and credit value indicate advanced higher-education study, although the detailed purpose and learning content should be confirmed before relying on this description.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced study related to food service management, hospitality management or senior-level research and decision-making in the hospitality field. Suitability depends on the provider’s current admission requirements and whether the qualification is available for enrolment.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support progression towards advanced or specialist responsibilities related to food service management and hospitality-sector research. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. No specific related careers are listed for this qualification.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced food service management
- Strategic decision-making in hospitality-related settings
- Research and problem-solving related to food service management
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Technology: Food Service Management
- SAQA ID
- 14096
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 11
- Subfield
- Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
- Originator
- Committee of Technikon Principals
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2006-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as its recorded registration period ended on 30 June 2006 and its current status is not confirmed here.
- Confirm that the institution is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements, including any prior qualification or experience requirements.
- Ask the provider for the detailed curriculum, learning outcomes, assessment arrangements and any research, workplace or practical requirements that apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 14096, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making an enrolment decision.