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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Veterinary Medicine in Poultry Diseases 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
15601  Master of Veterinary Medicine in Poultry Diseases 
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
Master's Degree  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Curative Health 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  180  Level 8 and above  NQF Level 09  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 
The first purpose of this qualification is to gain knowledge and experience in the field of Poultry Health and Production to a level of competence that leads to registration as a specialist in the field with the South African Veterinary Council. As a specialist in Poultry Health and Production, the incumbent should be able to develop an overall Health Plan to assist production units to optimise their production potential. In developing the Health Plan, the incumbent should be able to evaluate all poultry production systems, perform a health risk analysis, develop specific health monitoring and corrective strategies.

The second purpose is to provide the skills, knowledge, resources and practical experience to teach Poultry Health and Production to undergraduate learners and Postgraduate Honours and Master's learners. An attitude of lifelong learning will be fostered, ensuring continued self-development in the discipline.

The third purpose of this qualification is to provide an understanding of research methodology and gain practical research experience through the completion of a dissertation. The knowledge thus gained will contribute to the advancement of the scientific knowledge in the field and assist with advising on the suitability of protocol topics in the field.

The fourth purpose of this qualification is to provide a basis with which to contemplate further Doctoral studies in the discipline or any other related discipline. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Science Honours, NQF Level 8.
    Or
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Science, NQF Level 8. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Obtain in-depth scientific knowledge and practical expertise in the field of Poultry Health and Production.
    2 Apply Poultry Health and Production expertise to assist commercial poultry producers in optimising Flock Health and Production
    3. Apply Poultry Health and Production expertise to assist Developing and resource-poor producers.
    4. Diagnose, treat and develop preventative, control and eradication strategies for all economically important diseases affecting Poultry.
    5. Add scientific knowledge to the field of Poultry Health and Production and demonstrate the ability to initiate, undertake and complete research. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    One:
    1. Pass appropriate ancillary subjects.
    2. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in Poultry Health and Production by passing written practical and oral examinations under the supervision of internal and external assessors.
    3. Critically evaluate literature in light of current understanding.

    Two:
    1. Evaluate Poultry Production systems.
    2. Develop a Production Improvement Plan.
    3. Implement the Production Improvement Plan.

    Three:
    1. Evaluate Poultry Production systems.
    2. Develop a Production Improvement Plan.
    3. Implement the Production Improvement Plan.

    Four:
    1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge regarding the combative agent, epidemiology, symptoms, pathology, diagnostic technique and control programs.
    2. Demonstrate practical skills in performing post mortem examinations.
    3. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge regarding Laboratory procedures employed in Poultry Health.

    Five:
    1. A written dissertation that is acceptable to peer review and internal assessors.
    2. Publication of research undertaken in a peer-reviewed scientific journal.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Portfolios.
    Simulations.
    Work-place assessments.
    Written examinations.
    Oral examinations.

    Other:
    Practical and clinical assessment.
    Computer-assisted assessment.
    Portfolio.
    A dissertation acceptable to peer review.
    Journal article/s accepted to a peer-reviewed scientific journal.
    Seminars based on current research, literature or relevant topics.

    Formative Assessment:
    Continual assessment and monitoring of the learner during studies while under the supervision of a registered specialist in the field and other senior personnel. Feedback is provided on an on-going basis during contact time.

    Summative Assessment:
    Portfolio work that has been completed and assessed by assessors and moderators
    Written, oral and practical assessment at the end of the study period and covering theoretical knowledge, practical skills and acquired experience. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Master of Veterinary Medicine in Bovine Medicine, NQF Level 9.
  • Master of Veterinary Medicine in Equine Medicine, NQF Level 9.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Science, NQF 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 


    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.