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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Geoinformatics 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
16114  Bachelor of Science Honours in Geoinformatics 
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
Honours Degree  Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Information Technology and Computer Sciences 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Level 7  NQF Level 08  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 1141/23  2021-07-01  2024-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2025-06-30   2028-06-30  

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 purpose of the interdisciplinary specialisation is to provide the qualifiers with advanced knowledge and skills to apply the methods and techniques of geo-information management to problem-solving activities in various application areas such as environmental sciences, environmental management, planning, engineering, business, utilities, health, education, etc.

This degree builds on the knowledge and skills in respect of geo-information management obtained in undergraduate studies in various disciplines. The qualifier is empowered with advanced applied competence in matters such as Remote Sensing, Surveying, Geographic Information Systems, Cartography and Spatial Analysis.

A further purpose of the qualification is to help alleviate the current shortage of adequately qualified personnel in the field of geo-information management. This will have a positive effect on information supply to the decision-making and development processes required for sustainable development in South Africa. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
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:
  • Bachelor of Science in Geoinformatics, NQF Level 7. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the theory relevant to geo-information management.
    2. Apply advanced geo-information processes of collecting, managing, analysing and presenting geo-information for decision-making.
    3. Apply the advanced geo-information processes, methods and techniques to various application areas and support problem analyses and problem solving in these areas.
    4. Know how to analyse geo-information requirements in an organisation and to design, implement and manage a geo-information processing system.
    5. Can evaluate new theoretic and technical developments in the field of geo-information management and incorporate it into new applications.
    6. Effectively communicate through appropriate media with all involved in the geo-information process.
    7. Effectively participate in a Geo-informatics practice under professional supervision. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Expain the theoretical concepts are explained in terms of applicability, limitations and advantages.
  • A research project is completed in which relevant data is collected, analysed and presented towards a solution of a problem statement.
  • Prepare a report to illustrate how geo-information management is applied to various application areas.
  • Prepare a technical report is prepared to detail how geo-information requirements in an organisation are determined and conceptual design is of a new system is developed.
  • Explain new developments in terms of their applicability in existing systems and application areas.
  • Prepare visual representations to explain the geo-information process and procedures.
  • Explain management principles and procedures in terms of geo-information practice.

    Integrated assessment:
    Simulations.
    Written examinations.
    Oral examinations. 
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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:
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Ornamental and Landscape Horticulture, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Engineering and Environmental Geology, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology, NQF Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Master of Science in Geoinformatics, NQF Level 9. 
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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.