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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
19254	Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science
ORIGINATOR
University of Fort Hare
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
Registered-data under construction		EXCO 0324/24	2024-07-01	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2031-06-30

Registered-data under construction

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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.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The purpose of this programme is to train computer scientists with detailed technical knowledge required of software engineers. In addition to technical knowledge this program is intended to instil in learners an ability to learn on their own and the ability to pursue more advanced research.

Learners who obtain an honours degree in computer science will be able to apply this knowledge to work in every sector of the South African economy, but graduates of this programme should be particularly suited to work in the telecommunications industry.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of prior learning:

Any of the following constitute sufficient recognition of prior learning for admission to this programme:

1. A Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) from any recognized tertiary institution.

2. A software portfolio, research reports, or other technical portfolio and a satisfactory oral examination by at least two staff members of the Department of Computer Science.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Statement of exit level outcomes:

By the end of the programme learners should be able to:

1. Create complex software applications and perform detailed systems analysis.

2. Perform basic research with minimal assistance.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Assessment Criteria:

Assessment of the learners knowledge is performed using a final examination per module equally weighted with evaluation of practical work and class tests for that module. Assessment includes evaluation of a research project with a written paper describing the project work performed. Additional aspects tested will include:

1. ability to write simple research proposals

2. ability to formulate an hypothesis

3. ability to work on one 's own

4. ability to write about ideas in a clear and concise manner

5. ability to draw correct conclusions and apply these to an hypothesis

Formative Assessment:

Examination of knowledge

Summative Assessment:

Evaluation of project work

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Verftical articulation will be possible for those qualifiers who wish to proceed with a masters degree.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Co-supervisors
Moderation is performed by suitably qualified external examiners
evaluating the final examination for each module of the programme.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

All assessors for a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) must possess a minimum qualification of Masters of Science in Computer Science. Assessors for particular modules may also be registered if they have a suitable qualification accompanied by relevant experience in the subject matter as assessed by the Head of Department and two other staff members.

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:

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1.	University of Fort Hare