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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Master of Social Science: Social Work

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
16485	Master of Social Science: Social Work
ORIGINATOR
University of North West
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Master's Degree	Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Preventive 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
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 2663/05	2006-07-01	2009-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-06-30		2013-06-30

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 is replaced by:

Qual ID	Qualification Title	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Replacement Status
72812	Master of Social Science: Social Work	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	180	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Provide the student with advanced specialized knowledge of social work and a philosophical framework for understanding the profession.

To provide students with an ability to perceive their belief systems in a context of widely divergent approaches.

To produce a student who will be capable to respond to South Africa's major socio economic and political problems, such as poverty, unemployment, violence, literacy and HIV/AIDS within the global context.

To provide students with a policy homework based on principles of empowerment and participation through integrating their knowledge of communities.

To enable students to become better participants of research by familiarizing them with various approaches to research.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Formal prior learning is essential to qualify for a masters programme by coursework.

A coursework candidate must have acquired an honours degree in social work or related discipline, and must have 2 years of working experience in a welfare related field.

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EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Exit Level Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of knowledge of social work thoeries and philosophical framework of the profession.
2. Perceive particular belief systems in the context of widely divergent approaches, and confront value issues in an enlightened and unbiased manner.
3. Understanding the policy making process and its importance in developmental welfare services.
4. Work effectively as an individual and/or within a group in research towards the improvement of social functioning.

Specified Outcomes:

1.1 High level of competency in the use of social work theories.
1.2 Understanding of the philosophical framework of the profession.

2.1 Perceive belief systems in perspective.
2.2 Confront value systems in an enlightened and unbiased manner.

3.1 Understand the process, meaning, and analysis of social policy.
3.2 Demonstrate the need for popular participation in policy matters.

4.1 Engage in research in specialised welfare areas.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1.1 Applying appropriate theories during the intervention process.
1.1.2 Ability to effectively integrate advanced theories and practice.
1.1.3 Promoting social work values and ethics.

1.2.1 Demonstrate understanding of philosophical framework of the social work profession.
1.2.2 Effective contribution to the philosophical development of the profession.

2.1.1 Demonstrate flexible and dynamic approach to social work values.
2.1.2 Ability to show sensitivity to the ethical guidelines of the profession.
2.1.3 Ability to challenge and rationally defend a personal and professional belief system.

2.2.1 Demonstrate a capacity to be tolerant and objective in diverse situations.
2.2.2 Understanding differences within a society.
2.2.3 Processing of alternative value systems in a healthy and accepting manner.
2.2.4 Demonstrate respect and understanding of the different value systems of communities.

3.1.1 Actively contribute to meaning policy discussion.
3.1.2 Appropriate policy formulation.
3.1.3 Appropriate critical policy analysis.

3.2.1 Ability to consult and network.
3.2.2 Solicit public engagements.
3.2.3 Using of interest groups in the formulation of policy.
3.2.4 Appropriate action taken to modify and implement policy.

4.1.1 Formulate research proposition in a specialised welfare field.
4.1.2 Demonstrate effective and appropriate research skills and independence in pursuing research.
4.1.3 Demonstrate ability in collecting and analysing data.
4.1.4 Portrayed good team spirit in research pursuits.
4.1.5 Successful submission of a mini-dissertation or thesis.

Integrated Assessment:

Integrated assessment will be determined as follows:

Knowledge base will be determined by means of tests, assignments and report writing.

Applied competence will be determined by means of seminars, role plays, simulations, supervisory evaluation, oral and written examinations.

Integration of theory and practice where knowledge base in action will be assessed by means of supervisory evaluation, performance assessment and affirmation by schools.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

The qualification will bear same recognition for equivalent programmes at other universities (horizontal).

Learners who have achieved the stated exit level outcomes will be able to proceed to a doctorate level (vertical).

MODERATION OPTIONS

For continuous assessment, internal second examiners/moderators will be utilised.

External examiners will be selected according to the statutes of the unviersity with the process starting from the Departmental boards, Faculty boards and Senate.

In compliance with the NQF the student's work may also be moderated by the Educational and Training Assurers (ETQA) or other bodies accredited by the ETQA's.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Criteria identified by the Higher Education Quality Committee.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

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

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

When qualifications are replaced, some of their learning programmes are moved to being recorded against the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replacement.

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PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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