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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
111574  Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics 
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela University 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Honours Degree  Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Mathematical Sciences 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0821/24  2021-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

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
87069  Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics  Level 7  NQF Level 08  120  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
This qualification is for learners who want to proceed with Mathematics beyond the Undergraduate level, for the purpose of teaching and other relevant professions. In addition, for learners who intend pursuing higher research Degrees, the deeper level of knowledge provided in the qualification is essential for future research.

Rationale:
This qualification provides an initial Postgraduate training and is therefore important for developing skills for the country. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
As per Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) RPL policy.

Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Bachelor's Degree with either Mathematics or Applied Mathematics as a major subject. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    The qualification consists of compulsory and elective modules at Level 8 totalling 126 Credits:

    Compulsory Modules: 102 Credits:
  • Abstract Algebra (MATH422) Level 8, 24.
  • Functional Analysis (MATH421) Level 8, 24.
  • Topology (MATH415) Level 8, 24.
  • Project (MATH430) Level 8, 30.

    Elective Modules (Choose One): 24 Credits
  • Measure and Integration Theory (MATH413) Level 8, 24 Credits.
  • Capita Selecta (MATH417) Level 8, 24 Credits.
  • Modern Applied Algebra (MATH420) Level 8, 24 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Demonstrate critical understanding of the theory, research methodologies and techniques relevant to Statistics.
    2. Demonstrate ability to relate theory to practice and vice versa.
    3. Demonstrate ability to analyse complex problems and synthesise.
    4. Demonstrate ability to independently evaluate quantitative data.
    5. Demonstrate ability to present and communicate the results of the research to peers as well as general audience. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes:
    1. Demonstrate a coherent and critical understanding of the theory, research methodologies and techniques relevant to Mathematics.
    2. Relate theory to practice and vice versa and think epistemologically.
    3. Identify, analyse and deal with complex problems and issues drawing systematically and creatively on the theory, research methods and literature.
    4. Apply advanced information retrieval and processing skills to identify, critically analyse, synthesise and independently evaluate quantitative data.
    5. Undertake a study of the literature and current research in Statistics.
    6. Produce a relevant research report under supervision, which meets the standards of scholarly/professional writing.
    7. Demonstrate ability to present and communicate the results of the research to a general Mathematical audience.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Assessment methods for this qualification include presentations, tutorials, practical, test assessments and written examinations. Written examinations are assessed internally by the course lecturer and thereafter externally moderated. Formative feedback is given when the project supervisor provides written feedback on pre-submission drafts of the project. Staff and learners provide additional formative assessment during student presentations. Summative assessment is conducted after completion of the project. The candidate will submit a written report on the project. The supervisor, followed by an independent external moderation process, will assess this project internally. A final assessment mark is given after completion and submission of the research project. 

    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification, in terms of the content, is comparable to similar qualifications offered by other universities nationally and internationally. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification provides for vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Science Honours, Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Masters of Science in Actuarial Statistics, Level 9.
  • Masters of Science in Financial Mathematics and Econometrics, Level 9. 
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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: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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