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Doctor of Town and Regional Planning

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SAQA ID9951
NQF Level10
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Doctor of Town and Regional Planning is an advanced HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 10, carrying 360 credits and located in the Physical Planning Design and Management subfield. It is intended for advanced study in town and regional planning, although the available information does not describe its detailed curriculum or research requirements.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic development in town and regional planning or related physical planning and design work. Prospective students should confirm the institution's admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic, research or professional development related to town and regional planning and physical planning design and management. It should not be understood as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced engagement with town and regional planning concepts
  • Research and analytical work in physical planning, design and management
  • Critical analysis of planning-related issues

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Doctor of Town and Regional Planning
SAQA ID
9951
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
10
Minimum credits
360
Field
12
Subfield
Physical Planning Design and Management
Originator
University of Witwatersrand
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2024 and requires current verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and the specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to provide the qualification.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution about the programme's assessment, research, workplace or other completion requirements, where applicable.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 9951, NQF level, credit value and current enrolment availability before committing to study.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.