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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Philosophy in Reproductive Medicine 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
104729  Master of Philosophy in Reproductive 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  Curative Health 
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:
To provide training in the theory and practice of the subspecialty of Reproductive Medicine to specialist obstetrician/gynaecologists. An additional purpose is to provide the healthcare sector with an appropriate number of professionals with training in Reproductive Medicine.

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

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 an Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) approved training number. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
This qualification consists of compulsory modules at level 9.

Modules:
  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Reproductive Medicine Part 1 (OBS7008W), 120 Credits.
  • MPhil in Reproductive Medicine Part 2 (OBS7009W), 60 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
    2. Use science and technology appropriately.
    3. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
    4. Work as a team member.
    5. Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity to the individual and community, acknowledging cultural and religious differences.
    6. Organise and manage activities responsively and effectively.
    7. Collect, analyse and critically evaluate information.
    8. Demonstrate sound knowledge of the basic sciences applicable to Reproductive Medicine and
    9. Basic knowledge of some of the related idsciplines such as endocrinology, pharmacology and pathology.
    10. Demonstrate a broad knowledge of reproductive, endocrine and fertility problems in women and fertility problems in men.
    11. Demonstrate clinical competence in reproductive endocrinology which included basic and applied investigations.
    12. Demonstrate clinical competence in the surgery related to fertility and reproductive medicine. Demonstrate competency in modern methods of assisted conception including Intra-Venous Fluids.
    13. Demonstrate competency in the management of endocrine disorders in pregnancy.
    14. Demonstrate ability to interpret, perform and formulate/supervise diagnostic procedures.
    15. Demonstrate expertise in ultrasound as related to reproductive medicine.
    16. Understand epidemiology and statistics.
    17. Demonstrate experience of administration, management and running a unit and in particular an understanding of legal and ethical aspects of this discipline.
    18. Analyse data which is collected.
    19. Complete research project successfully. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Entry Requirements:
    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. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for vertical articulation.

    Vertically with:
    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Level 10. 

    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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