Doctor of Philosophy
The purpose of the qualification is to develop highly advanced and specialised academic study of some aspect or field of the social sciences, with emphasis on research which contributes original knowledge to the field of study capable of withstanding international intellectual scrutiny.
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies
Subfield
General Social Science
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-07-01
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 the qualification is to develop highly advanced and specialised academic study of some aspect or field of the social sciences, with emphasis on research which contributes original knowledge to the field of study capable of withstanding international intellectual scrutiny.
Entry requirements and RPL
A formal qualification at a Master's Degree level (NQF Level 8) or recognition of high level practical and intellectual competencies regarded as sufficiently equivalent.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
The candidate should demonstrate
- An understanding of the broad field of social theory and practice and the location of the specialised study within that field.
- Advanced and comprehensive knowledge of a specialised field of Social Sciences and Humanities.
- A developed capacity for intellectual independence in the Social Sciences and Humanities and across disciplinary boundaries.
- An ability to advise others in respect to social sciences research.
- Produce a thesis which systematically investigates a substantial research problem and satisfies international standards of research and scholarship in the relevant field.
Critical Outcomes
- Identification and solution of problems, displaying critical and creative thinking in the process.
- Working effectively with others in a team, group, organisation, community.
- Organising themselves and their activities responsibly and effectively.
- Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
- Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and / or language skills in the modes of oral and / or written persuasion.
- Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated Assessment
Assessment of a thesis which satisfies current international standards in the principal area of inquiry.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows for horizontal articulation option
- Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science, NQF Level 10.
Providers currently listed
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