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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Doctor of Philosophy in Polymer Engineering

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
110806	Doctor of Philosophy in Polymer Engineering
ORIGINATOR
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Doctoral Degree	Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences		Physical Sciences
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Not Applicable	NQF Level 10	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 06120/18	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

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 replaces:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72360	Doctor of Technology: Polymer Technology	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 10	240	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

A qualifying learner will be competent to carry out independent research and contribute to knowledge production in the field.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Learners who do not met the minimum entry requirements may be granted admission on the basis of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in accordance with the policy of the institution.

Entry Requirements:
Master of Technology, Level 9.
Or
Master's Degree in Polymer Engineering, Level 9 or equivalent.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

The qualification consists of a research project at Level 10 worth 360 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate ability to apply topic related skills and techniques to the field of investigation.
2. Formulate an original and/or novel hypothesis.
3. Interact with local and international collaborators.
4. Demonstrate ability to contribute within a specialist topic in the field of study.
5. Apply appropriate research methods and techniques to the study.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. The listed and cited literature of the literature survey, and the exposition of the research, reflect familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.
2. Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained, and justified correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.
3. The use of literature surveys, experimentation, correlation, and/or causal analysis is justified fully and correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.
4. The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal. The stated hypothesis directs the investigation.
5. Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.
6. Information sources are used correctly and appropriately and include a range of media.
7. Information technology skills are applied effectively in information searches, data-analyses, data presentation, and the production of the dissertation.
8. The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to quantitative and qualitative date.
9. The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and statistical analyses are valid.
10.Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, outcome and recommendations.

Integrated Assessment:
The thesis is evaluated by internal and external examiners.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Doctors Degree in Polymer Technology, Level 10.
Postdoctoral Studies.

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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