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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Postgraduate Diploma: Human Ecology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
19499	Postgraduate Diploma: Human Ecology
ORIGINATOR
University of the Western Cape
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Postgraduate Diploma	Field 07 - Human and Social Studies		General Social Science
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 091/21	2021-07-01	2023-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

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 primary aim of the postgraduate programme is to provide the student with advanced theoretical knowledge in at least three subject areas within the Human Ecology study field. In the selection and composition of the courses, the student's background knowledge and interest are taken into account. The student can choose from the available courses and together with the lecturers responsible develop a programme that will fulfil their needs.

Emphasis is placed on the development of self-discipline and perseverance in the handling and execution of two literature studies and research project which includes the formulation and solution of a research problem.

Through participation and completion of the postgraduate programme the opportunity exists for students to improve their critical thinking.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

To be admitted to the course a candidate shall:

Have obtained a B.A. (Human Ecology) (480 credits)

B.A./B.Sc. Home Economics/Family and Consumer Science/Family Ecology from other tertiary institutions, (480 credits) and at least three years practical experience.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The student with a post graduate qualification of this nature will master a high level of very specialised Human Ecology related knowledge and academic skills not usually within the capacity of graduates of first degrees and further diplomas in Human Ecology.
Display specialised scholastic and basic research skills in integrated water resource management and to perform a full range of standard and non-standard procedures often in non-standard procedures combinations across the constituent components of Human Ecology in variable routine and non-routine contexts.

Advanced knowledge of a general nature and the ability to make responsible decisions and solve problems at a community level.

Demonstrate ability to work independently.

Communicate effectively, in both oral and written modes, with peers and the broader community using the appropriate structure, style and graphic support.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Integrated assessment:

The Faculty has adopted a Continuous Assessment System. Assessment consists of a number of assessment events administered throughout the year and a variety of assessment instruments are used (for example, practical reports, project reports, oral presentation).
Continual evaluation by projects, seminar presentations, assignments, field trips, portfolios.
Summative evaluation by a final examination.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

The postgraduate Diploma Human Ecology graduates may proceed to do the Masters in Human Ecology. The possibility of allowing specialisation in specific interest areas, thereby opening up further advanced study options.

MODERATION OPTIONS

External moderation of the course in the final years, and assessment of student progress will be done by external moderators appointed by the Department on an annual basis and approved by Senate. Internal moderation will occur through the Department. The moderation body is the Council for Higher Education.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

An assessor must at least have a Honours or Masters degree and at least two to five years experience in the particular field of Human Ecology.

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 the Western Cape