Doctor of Laws
The purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifiers with the highest level of Postgraduate knowledge, applied competence and outcomes in Law.
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
-
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Preventive Health
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2024-11-21
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifiers with the highest level of Postgraduate knowledge, applied competence and outcomes in Law.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Entry Requirements
- Master of Law, Level 9.
Or
- Equivalent.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
Research.
Exit level outcomes
Demonstrate the skills and proficiency necessary to translate knowledge into specialist research in the field of Law.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes
- Demonstrate a high level of detailed knowledge in a field speciality obtained through extensive research into this field.
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge in research methodology.
- Undertake research and complete a thesis in an elected field of specialisation of Law.
Integrated Assessment
- Simulations.
- Oral examinations.
- Evaluation of thesis on a specific specialised area of the law.
- External evaluation at exit level.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Postgraduate studies.
Providers currently listed
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