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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Doctor of Philosophy: Extension

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
6295	Doctor of Philosophy: Extension
ORIGINATOR
University of Pretoria
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Doctoral Degree	Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation		Primary Agriculture
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 10	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 091/21	2021-07-01	2023-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The purpose of this qualification is to make research contributions and further advancements in the field of agricultural extension. The qualifying learner will be competent to do specialized and advanced research independently and to apply extension research methods. Furthermore, the qualifying learner will be competent to interpret, analyse and evaluate abstract information.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Master's Degree: M.Inst.Agrar.(Extension); M.Sc.(Agric)Extension Other: An appropriate Master's degree or equivalent level 7 qualification of at least 600 credits

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Overall learning outcomes: Identify, plan, conduct, interpret and document a specialized research project Critical cross-field outcomes: Generating, organizing, critically evaluating and synthesizing information and concepts at highly abstract levels. Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made. Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation and community. Organizing and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively Demonstrate an understanding of the world as asset of recognizing that the problem-solving context does not exist in isolation. Looking at the environment on a macro basis rather than a micro basis in order to enhance the current environment Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion. Demonstrating an understanding of the agricultural extension world as a dynamic interactive world that does not exist in isolation. Demonstrating effective and responsible decision-making Stimulating and developing thinking patterns involving creativity. Interpreting information received via the media and other sources. Remaining receptive and responsive to current trends and developments Using specialized and advanced technology effectively and responsibly. Doing specialized and advanced research independently.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Relevant topic is identified Topic is relevant in the context of extension Research proposal is submitted and approved Literature review is comprehensive, systematic and relevant Understanding of the research area is demonstrated Problem is identified, defined and conceptualised Problem statement is formulated effectively Research objectives are determined Research strategy is determined Appropriate research methodology is selected Research title is clearly stated Hypothesis are clearly stated Objectives are clearly stated Research project is appropriately planned Research project is effectively conducted Research findings are appropriately interpreted Research findings and process are appropriately documented Conclusions are drawn logically Research project is successfully defended Research ethics are adhered to Research contributions to the field and science of extension Research findings are published as required Integrated assessment: Oral examinations Other: Research thesis to be examined

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Related qualifications: D.Tech. (Extention) (Pta Technikon) D.Agric. (Extention) (Ford Hare University)

MODERATION OPTIONS

A minimum of two external examiners from other institutions

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Qualifications required: Member of the South African Society for Agricultural Extension and Ph.D. (Extension) or D.Inst.Agrar(Extension) Career experience: Ten years relevant field experience and/or 8 years university/technikon teaching experience. Other criteria: Assessor training.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

NOTES

N/A

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

1.	University of Pretoria

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