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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Dietetics 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
20820  Master of Dietetics 
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
Master's Degree  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Curative 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
Reregistered  EXCO 0335/25  2024-06-30  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

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 Master's qualification in Dietetics is a course-work based qualification. Qualified learners will have comprehensive, in-depth knowledge, specialised technical skills (preventive, promotive, developmental and curative) in the field of dietetics. Qualified learners will also have well-developed skills to initiate research and be able to write a research protocol in the field of dietetics. The qualification aims for a candidate to demonstrate grantmanship and to do research under supervision. An attitude of lifelong learning will be fostered, ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field. 

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 Honours: Dietetics. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Know, understand and apply relevant in depth scientific knowledge by studying appropriate and applicable ancillary subjects or modules.
    2. Perform a literature study(s) in the field of interest.
    3. Initiate and write a research proposal.
    4. Demonstrate grantmanship.
    5. Perform and manage relevant research.
    6. Develop practical laboratory skills.
    7. Complete the research project. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    One:
  • Demonstrate relevant in depth knowledge of ancillary subjects or modules.

    Two:
    Literature study is relevant to the research topic and the information is appropriately analysed and

    Three:
  • The research proposal is relevant and applicable.
  • The research field is sufficiently understood.
  • The proposed research involves the application of appropriate theory and practice.
  • The proposal is feasible.

    Four:
  • The successful submission of a grant to funding agencies.

    Five:
  • Observations made are consistently and accurately recorded Evaluation of performances and suggestions put forward for improvement.
  • The research process is successfully managed.

    Six:
  • Latest techniques and technology are assimilated into appropriate practice.

    Seven:
  • Learning facilitated through oral and poster presentations and/or in house seminars Research results published in an accredited journal Completion of a dissertation according to scientific norms.

    Integrated assessment:
    Portfolios.
    Work-place assessments.
    Written examinations.
    Oral examinations.
    Other:
    Portfolio:
  • Papers and or posters are presented at local and international conferences.
  • Ancillary subjects or modules are evaluated by means of tests and examinations, under the supervision of external assessors or moderators.
  • Results are published in refereed scientific journals.
  • A dissertation is completed and evaluated by external assessors or moderators.

    Formative Assessment:
  • Learners give feedback to supervisors on research results and present seminars or literature reviews in their applied research field. Feedback is given to the candidate on a continual basis.
  • The progress of a candidate is monitored by a guidance committee allocated to the student by the Postgraduate Curriculum committee of the Faculty of Health Sciences.

    Summative Assessment:
  • Portfolio work has been completed and assessed.
  • Written and oral examinations at the end of the study. 
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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:
  • Master of Medical Science in Dietetics, NQF Level 9.
  • Master of Dieteticsin Research, NQF Level 9.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Doctor of Science in Dietetics, NQF Level 10. 
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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.