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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Doctor of Philosophy in Anatomical Pathology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
14740  Doctor of Philosophy in Anatomical Pathology 
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  Curative Health 
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 0335/25  2024-06-30  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 
Purpose:
To provide qualifiers with:
1. The ability to employ different research techniques and to execute an original research project, independently.
2. The ability to critically examine the reliability and validity of research outcomes.
3. The ability to write a thesis on a research project.
An attitude of lifelong learning ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field.

Rationale: 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Master of Medicine in Anatomical Pathology, NQF Level 9. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    Learning outcome:
    1. Obtain sound knowledge of field by studying and applying relevant in-depth scientific information.
    2. Apply basic and advanced research techniques.
    3. Plan and execute an original research project independently, analyse data and apply basic statistics.
    4. Write a research report in the format to be submitted to a peer review journal.
    5. Write a research report in the format to be submitted as a thesis. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
  • Demonstrate appropriate theoretical knowledge.
  • Performs research independently.
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
  • Completion of thesis according to scientific norms.

    Integrated assessment:
    Portfolios.
    Work-place assessments.
    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:
    Leaners work under supervision of specialists.

    Summative assessment:
    Assessor(s) and moderator(s) assess the portfolio of work that has been completed. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Horizontal articulation:
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Pathology, Level 10. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

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

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    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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