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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Philosophy in Maternal and Fetal Medicine 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
104705  Master of Philosophy in Maternal and Fetal Medicine 
ORIGINATOR
University of Cape Town 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Master's Degree  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Promotive Health and Developmental Services 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  180  Not Applicable  NQF Level 09  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The purpose of these qualification is to provide subspecialty training in the theory and practice of Maternal and Fetal Medicine to specialist obstetrician gynaecologists. An additional purpose is to provide the healthcare sector with an appropriate number of professionals with advanced training in maternal and fetal medicine.

Rationale:
The programme aims to allow certification according to the requirements of the The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a registered subspecialist. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Entry Requirements:
A candidate shall not be admitted to the programme, unless he/she (a) submits proof that he/she, prior to commencing with education and training in the relevant subspecialty, has complied with all the requirements for registration as a specialist in the primary or one of the primary specialities listed against the relevant subspecialty; (b) has been registered as a specialist in that field; and (c) has been appointed against a Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)-approved training number. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
This qualification comprises two focus areas namely:
  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Maternal and Fetal Medicine Part 1 (OBS7013W) Level 9, 120 Credits.
  • MPhil in Maternal and Fetal Medicine Part 2 (OBS7014W) Level 9, 60 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    Graduates will have:
    1. Ability to identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking. Ability to use science and technology appropriately.
    2. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to work as team ember. Ability to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity to the individual and community, acknowledging cultural and religious differences.
    3. Ability to organise and manage one's activities responsively and effectively. Ability to collect, analyse and critically evaluate information.
    4. A sound knowledge of the physiology and pathology of the pregnant woman and the fetus. Clinical competency in the investigation and management of medical and surgical orders of both mother and fetus.
    5. Clinical expertise in complicated obstetrics including maternal resuscitation and intensive care, fatal medicine, infectious diseases in pregnancy and medical and surgical complications of pregnancy.
    6. Specific technical skills such as the use of advanced ultrasound are required. Expertise in operative procedures and intrapartum management is required.
    7. Knowledge and understanding of preandpost-pregnancy counselling and bereavement counselling. Knowledge of relevant aspects of related specialities and laboratory disciplines which include neonatal medicine, anaesthesia and intensive care.
    8. Experience and knowledge of administration, management and the organisation of a clinical service.
    9. An understanding of epidemiology, statistics and research methodology and audit.
    10. The ability to manage data obtained during research.
    11. The completion of an appropriate research project related to this discipline. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome:
  • Demonstrate required knowledge and procedural skills as per the curriculum of the relevant College of Medicine.
  • Demonstrate required knowledge and procedural skills as per the curriculum of the relevant College of Medicine.
    > In the case of candidates who opt also to complete a dissertation.
  • Demonstrate advanced scholarship or research in the subspecialty field.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The examination consists of two parts. The examination in Part I consists of one or more written paper(s) and/or such practical and/or oral examinations as the examiners may require. The examination in Part 2 (for those candidates who wish to obtain the Degree) consists of a dissertation. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Similar to qualifications offered in the United States of America (USA), United Kingdom (UK) and Australia. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification Articulates Vertically with:
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Level 10. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
     
    NONE 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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