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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Philosophy in Paediatric Neurology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
104744  Master of Philosophy in Paediatric Neurology 
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:
The training programme aims to equip candidates to practise in the subspecialty of Paediatric Neurology. This encompasses the study, assessment and management of a wide spectrum of neurological diseases from the new-born period to adolescence. General consensus accepts that it should include expertise in cerebral palsy, childhood epileptic syndromes, strokes, disorders of the spine, hydrocephalus, neurocutaneous disorders, neuromuscular disorders, children with movement disorders, Central Nervous System (CNS) tumours, neuro-degenerative disorders, neurometabolic/inborn errors of metabolism disorders, mental retardation, language and communication (autism) disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and learning disorders, headaches, sleep disorders, neuronal migration disorders, disorders of the cerebellum, neuro-psychiatric disorders and complimentary involvement in neurosurgical patients.

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 Paediatric Neurology. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
N/A.

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. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

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

Modules:
  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Paediatric Neurology Part 1 (PED7025W), 120 Credits.
  • MPhil in Paediatric Neurology Part 2 (PED7026W), 60 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    On completion of training the candidate must be able to manage children with special needs as pertaining to abnormalities of the neurological systems. They should have the skills to act as a resource for other professionals. They must be able to assist in training, research and the development of programmes, whether the focus is prevention, intervention or therapeutic. Demonstrate integration of the above principles by passing the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa (CMSA) subspecialty certificate in Paediatric Neurology and completing a mini-dissertation reporting a relevant research project to acceptable standard. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    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. 

    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Similar to qualifications offered in the United States of America (USA), United Kingdom (UK) and Australia. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for vertical articulation.

    Vertically Articulation with:
    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). 

    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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