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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Doctor of Medicine: Research

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
14656	Doctor of Medicine: Research
ORIGINATOR
University of Pretoria
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Doctoral 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	360	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 10	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0328/24	2024-11-21	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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

This qualification includes the various specialisations in Medicine. Please refer to "Notes" for details on the specialisations. Purpose: The M D in Medicine is a research degree and graduates will have well-developed skills to initiate and carry out original research independently. Graduates will maintain an attitude of lifelong learning ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field. The qualification aims to provide South Africa with specialist researchers in the field of Medicine in order to promote the continual development of a high level of knowledge and expertise that is internationally comparable in the field.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Matriculation certificate First degree: M B Ch B or equivalent Master's degree: M Med Other: Ph D

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

M D Learning outcomes: Obtain and assimilate scientific knowledge and associated practical experience appropriate to the discipline to be applied critically in medical research. Maintain continued competence and show a continuous interest in new developments as a lifelong learner. Initiate original research and write a protocol Act professionally and ethically. Complete the research and transfer knowledge. Critical cross-field outcomes: Confident and flexible identification and definition of complex problems in a highly specialized context and the application of appropriate knowledge and skills to their solution is demonstrated. In the process existing knowledge is expanded or redefined. Work effectively with other researchers and co-workers as a team, and assuming leadership where appropriate. Apply negotiation and conflict resolution skills and motivate others. Assist in the continued professional development of other scientists.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Demonstrate appropriate theoretical knowledge. Latest techniques and technology are assimilated into research protocol A feasible protocol, in terms of relevance and applicability is compiled. Justification for the proposal is provided The field of research is sufficiently understood. The proposed research involves the development of original and innovative theory and practice An ethical committee approves the protocol. Results are reported according to scientific norms. Learning facilitated through oral and poster presentations and/or in house seminars. Publication of research results in accredited journals. Completion of thesis according to scientific norms Integrated assessment: Portfolios Work-place assessments Written examinations Oral examinations Other: Portfolios Seminars based on current research are presented Papers and posters are presented at local and international conferences Results are published in refereed scientific journals A thesis is completed and evaluated by external assessors and moderators Assessments Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis: Formative assessment: Students' work under supervision of specialists Summative assessment: The portfolio-work that has been completed, is assessed by the assessor(s) and moderator(s) Written and oral examinations at the end of the study

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

None

MODERATION OPTIONS

One or more assessors from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Pretoria One or more external assessors from other National tertiary education institutions in the appropriate field of study

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Qualifications required: M D Ph D D Sc Career experience required: Appropriate research/teaching/academic/clinical postgraduate experience Other criteria: Established researcher who has published extensively on appropriate research and who is recognised as an authority in the field.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

NOTES

This qualification includes the following specialisations: Doctor of Medical Virology Doctor of Medicine in Anaesthesiology Doctor of Medicine in Anatomy Doctor of Medicine in Andrology Doctor of Medicine in Dermatology Doctor of Medicine in Family Medicine Doctor of Medicine in Forensic Medicine Doctor of Medicine in Geriatrics Doctor of Medicine in Haematology Doctor of Medicine in Health Systems Doctor of Medicine in Internal Medicine Doctor of Medicine in Neurology Doctor of Medicine in Neurosurgery Doctor of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Doctor of Medicine in Ophthalmology Doctor of Medicine in Orthopaedics Doctor of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology Doctor of Medicine in Paediatrics Doctor of Medicine in Pathology Doctor of Medicine in Pharmacology Doctor of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry Doctor of Medicine in Public Health Doctor of Medicine in Radiation Oncology Doctor of Medicine in Radiological Diagnostics Doctor of Medicine in Reproductive Biology Doctor of Medicine in Surgery Doctor of Medicine in Thoracic Surgery

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

1.	University of Pretoria

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