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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Philosophy in Geriatric Medicine 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
104777  Master of Philosophy in Geriatric 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

1.To provide qualifiers with the necessary knowledge, specific skills and applied competence such that they will meet the requirements for subspecialisation in geriatric medicine of the College of Medicine of South Africa. This includes a minimum period of supervised experiential learning and success in the College of Medicine examination for the Certificate in Geriatric Medicine. This qualification forms part of the credentialing process for registration as sub-specialists in geriatric medicine registered as such by the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Further to provide qualifiers with the necessary foundation to conduct and present an independent research project.
2. To provide South Africa with sufficient numbers of well-trained competent geriatric medicine sub-specialists to serve the community and a smaller number who have begun to contribute to scholarly activity in the field.

Rationale

This qualification forms part of the credentialing process for registration as sub-specialists in geriatric medicine registered as such by the Health Professions Council of South Africa. 

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

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Geriatric Medicine Part 1 (MDN7043W) Level 9, 120 Credits.
  • MPhil in Geriatric Medicine Part 2 (MDN7044W) Level 9, 60 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    Graduates will: Be able to identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking. Be able to use science and technology appropriately. Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Be able to work as a team member. Be able to demonstrate sensitivity to the individual and community. Be able to organise and manage one's activities responsibly and effectively. Be able to collect, analyse and critically evaluate information. Be able to identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking. Be able to use science and technology appropriately. Be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Be able to work as a team member. Be able to demonstrate sensitivity to the individual and community. Be able to organise and manage one's activities responsibly and effectively. Be able to collect, analyse and critically evaluate information. Demonstrate ability to assess and diagnose geriatric medicine problems Demonstrate ability to manage geriatric medicine problems. Demonstrate knowledge regarding physiology and pathogenesis of diseases of the elderly Demonstrate knowledge of investigations relevant to diseases of the elderly Demonstrate knowledge of the management of diseases of the elderly This is assessed by the College of Medicine Certificate in Geriatric Medicine examination. Be able to assess, diagnose, investigate and manage geriatric medicine problems. Be able to conduct and present independent research. 

    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.

    In the case of candidates who opt also to complete a dissertation:
  • Demonstrate advanced scholarship or research in the subspecialty field.

    IIntegrated 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 horizontally 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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    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.