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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Doctor of Science

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
19751	Doctor of Science
ORIGINATOR
University of Cape Town
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Doctoral Degree	Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences		Physical Sciences
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 10	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 06120/18	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

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 programme is to recognise the achievements of established scientists at the highest level of their profession. The qualification recognises high and consistent achievement by an individual or possibly elements of this as well as completion of an approved course work. The programme is purely an academic one and the qualification is regarded by the University of Cape Town as the highest and most prestigious award of the Faculty of Science.

The award of the D Sc degree is based on work which constitutes an original and important contribution to learning in the sense that it is likely to be regarded as a "benchmark" research in the relevant field in years to come and it demonstrates that the candidate has achieved a leadership role internationally in that field of scientific research

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

The programme requires that the entrant will already have a minimum of a Bachelors degree in any of the Faculties of Science, Humanities, Health Science, Engineering and the Built Environment at UCT, of no less than 4 years standing or an equivalent standard qualification other University or equivalent institution, as recognised by Senate, for no less than 4 years. Only in exceptional cases will a person be admitted who has not had significant involvement with UCT. In the latter case the candidate must have or have had established research and/or teaching associations with the University, and must pursue an approved course of work under the supervision of the University for no less than 1 year

The skills will normally be those required as outcomes for a PhD in a given discipline. Content will be dictated by the requirements of the specific discipline, but will in all cases constitute a body of work published in recognised journals and/or books

First degree: BSc

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

a)

Critical cross-field outcomes (generic to all teaching and learning)

Statement of what learners should know and be able to do on completion of the programme

a) Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decision using critical and creative thinking has been made
b) Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community
c) Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively
d) Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluating information
e) Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion
f) Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards others
g) Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation
h) Demonstrate an awareness of the importance to:

(1) Reflect on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively
(2) Participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities;
(3) Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts;
(4) Explore education and career opportunities; and
(5) Develop entrepreneurial opportunities.

(b)

General outcomes (contextually demonstrated general knowledge, skills and values of the programme)

The qualifier will demonstrate a satisfactory level of:

1. General knowledge in science;

2. Knowledge of ethics of scientific research and practice;

3. Ability to think critically and creatively;

4. Ability to work as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments showing leadership and performing critical functions;

5. Effective communication skills, both oral and in writing, with scientific and lay audiences;

6. Computer skills suitable for general communication and data analysis;

7. Understanding of the role of the sciences in society with regard to economic development and environmental sustainability;

8. Appreciation of the fundamentals of lifelong learning.

(c)

Specific Outcomes, including professional outcomes, contextually demonstrated)

The qualifier will demonstrate a satisfactory level of:

9. General knowledge in science;

The publications /work must constitute an important and original contribution to learning, and demonstrate that the candidate has achieved a leadership role internationally in the chosen field of scientific research.

10. Knowledge of ethics of scientific research and practice;

1I. Ability to think critically and creatively;

12. Ability to work as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments showing leadership and performing critical functions;

13. Effective communication skills, both oral and in writing, with scientific and lay audiences;

14. Computer skills suitable for general communication and data analysis;

15. Understanding of the role of the sciences in society with regard to economic development and environmental sustainability;

16. Appreciation of the fundamentals of lifelong learning.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

a)

The publication work submitted for evaluation must show the candidates mastery of these.

The publications / work must constitute an important and original contribution to learning, and demonstrate that the candidate has achieved a leadership role internationally in the chosen field of scientific research.

INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT

An ad-hoc committee of internal assessors and at least three expert external assessors will consider whether or not the work should be accepted for examination.

If the assessors are of the prima facie opinion that the work is worthy of a DSc, then the candidate is invited to register for the degree and the properly prepared work is submitted to external examiners (the same as those who were previously asked to act as external assessors). The rules provide for an examination conducted orally or otherwise, on the subject of the work presented. The examiners determine, on the basis, of the body of work submitted, whether the candidate has achieved the required outcomes.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

None

MODERATION OPTIONS

At least three, usually more, expert external assessors examine the work.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The internal and external assessors will be persons considered to have sufficient expertise in the subject matter to be able to render an objective opinion of its worth.

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 Cape Town