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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Diploma in Real Estate

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
102883	Diploma in Real Estate
ORIGINATOR
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Diploma (Min 360)	Field 11 - Services		Consumer Services
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Not Applicable	NQF Level 06	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Registered"		SAQA 05114/16	2016-10-20	2018-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-06-30		2024-06-30

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

Purpose:
The purpose of this qualification is to produce graduates in the field of Real Estate who will be ready to work independently and positively contribute to the different sectors of the property industry such as property valuation, property management and property development, or property sales and letting. In this regard, the programme is designed to equip graduates with knowledge and skills to conduct valuations of all types of property using standard valuation methods and render services related to marketing, leasing and management of different types of property. To achieve this purpose, teaching methods, modes of delivery and subjects have been structured to ensure that graduates are ready to function according to industry expectations in this profession.

Rationale:
The qualifying learner will be multi-skilled in Real Estate and be able to provide property valuation, property marketing, property management and property development services to the community, under supervision of a professional or independently, thereby contributing to the property valuation, marketing, development and management needs of both rural and urban communities. The graduate will be able to register with the South Africa Council for Property Valuers Profession or the Estate Agency Affairs Board.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning is a process of identifying the knowledge and skills of an applicant against the admission requirements of a qualification and/or for credits against a part thereof. The process involves the identification, mediation, assessment and acknowledgement of knowledge and skills obtained through informal, non-formal and/or formal learning. The RPL process is multi-dimensional and multi-contextual in nature, aimed at the individual needs of applicants and is handled in accordance with an institutional RPL policy by a unit dedicated to this activity. The RPL process includes guidance and counselling, as well as the preparation of a body of evidence to be presented by the RPL candidate to meet institutional requirements. An appeal procedure is also in place to accommodate queries. RPL in this qualification will relate to gaining access to the qualification and/or credits/advanced standing as described in institutional guidelines.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirements are:

National Senior Certificate (NSC) granting access to Diploma studies with: English Home or First Additional Language (rating 4) Mathematics (rating 3) or Mathematical Literacy (rating 5) Accountancy (rating 4).
Or

National Certificate (Vocational) NC (V) at Level 4 granting access to diploma studies with at least: 60-69% in three of the following fundamental subjects, including the LoLT of the institution; English (official language at first additional language level, 20 Credits) at Level 4; Mathematics (20 Credits) at Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy (20 credits) requiring a pass rate of at least 60%. Life Orientation (10 Credits) at Level 4. At least 60% in four vocational subjects (20 Credits each), chosen from the NC (V) Level 4 subjects as stipulated in legislation that align closely to the field of study and the purpose of the qualification.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of compulsory modules at Levels 5 and 6 totalling 360 credits.

Compulsory Modules at Level 5: 180 Credits:

Property Economics and Finance 1, 30 Credits.

Construction Technology, 24 Credits.

Communication, 18 Credits.

Business Computer Applications, 18 Credits.

Property Valuation 1, 30 Credits.

Property Marketing, 30 Credits.

Property Law, 30 Credits.

Compulsory Modules at Level 6: 180 Credits:

Property Valuation 2, 30 Credits.

Property Economics and Finance 2, 30 Credits.

Property Valuation 3, 30 Credits.

Property Economics and Finance 3, 30 Credits.

Property Management, 30 Credits.

Property Development, 30 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Apply knowledge of property finance in Real Estate.
2. Apply knowledge of services related to marketing and leasing of commercial and industrial properties and the management of an estate agency.
3. Demonstrate principles and practices for the management of different types of properties.
4. Conduct valuations of all types of property by applying standard methods of valuation.
5. Understand the nature and scope of real estate investment.
6. Understand how certain legislations influence the valuation of property and property ownership.
7. Understand the basic construction of buildings and identify the importance of different materials and finishes in buildings.
8. Demonstrate understanding of the property development process.
9. Apply theory and principles of communication to the different forms of business communication as required for the profession.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Integrated Assessment:
Integrated assessment forms part of continuous assessment at the institution and takes the form of an appropriate mix of both formative and summative assessment methods. Assessment policy and practices at the institution promote constructive alignment of the curriculum, student centred-learning and assessment, and the importance of feedback to enhance student engagement. Assessment practices should be fair, reliable and valid. It should also be in keeping with academic disciplinary and professional field norms and standards.

Formative assessment is aimed at enhancing student learning and provides students with an opportunity to reflect critically on their own learning and to improve their own levels of personal accountability and time management. Formative assessment usually consists of a variety of assessment tasks relevant to the field of study. In this qualification it will consist of a variety of tasks such as problem solving individual and/or group assignments and projects, case studies, class discussions, reports and presentations.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

International comparability was conducted to determine the extent to which programme and subject structures compare with similar offerings at similar institutions. The international comparability exercise was conducted in terms of institutional requirements and guidelines which include the following: determining the scope of the benchmarking exercise; the selection of a variety of reputable Higher Education (HE) institutions internationally (and nationally); the selection of comparable qualifications and aspects from these qualifications; analysis and evaluation of programme design of the selected qualifications; conclusions and recommendations for curriculum renewal at the institution.

The international comparability exercise which included the following higher education institutions: Copperbelt University in Zambia, Deakin University in Australia.

The comparability exercise revealed that the revised qualification includes core subjects as offered by the benchmarked institutions.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows for vertical and horizontal articulation.

Horizontal Articulation:

A cognate Diploma.

Vertical Articulation:

A Cognate Advanced Diploma.

A cognate Bachelor's Degree.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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