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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Reproductive Biology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
5631  Bachelor of Science Honours in Reproductive Biology 
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
Honours Degree  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Preventive Health 
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 1141/23  2021-07-01  2024-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2025-06-30   2028-06-30  

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 purpose of the qualification is to provide qualifiers with:
1. A postgraduate-level knowledge of the field of human reproduction and assisted conception
2. Skills to understand and apply concepts in andrology; embryology; cryopreservation; pre-implantation genetic diagnosis; implantation; pregnancy and contraception.
3. Specialisation in a field of Reproductive Biology (small research project) as a basis for further study.
4. The ability to assimilate knowledge and to critically examine the reliability and validity of research results.
5. The ability to write a dissertation on a research project.
6. The ability to present research data at a scientific forum. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Matriculation certificate
First degree: B Sc

Other:
Proficiency test in English may be required.
Candidates must successfully complete a course in Research Methodology.
Candidates must have basic skills in computer literacy 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
B Sc (Hons) in Reproductive Biology

Learning outcomes:
1. Obtain and assimilate scientific knowledge in reproductive biology by self study and lectures in applied reproductive biology;
2. Write a research proposal under supervision;
3. Execute a research project under supervision.
4. Write research report(s) in the format to be submitted
  • as oral and/or poster presentations at in-house seminars and
  • national conferences. Compile seminars of specified subject matter and present as oral presentations at in-house seminars.
    5. Write a research report in the format to be submitted as a thesis.

    Critical cross-field outcomes:
  • Understand the interactive elements of fundamental reproductive biology in a practical and theoretical sense. Existing knowledge of the student is expanded together with recent relevant philosophies and viewpoints in the field.
  • Communicate effectively using visual and/or language skills in the modes or oral and/or written persuasion.
  • Develop a critical and creative approach towards problem solving and assessments.
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Interact effectively with other team members/researchers or professional with a professional approach and in context.
  • The development of an observant, inquisitive and professional attitude towards science and health. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    1. Demonstrate appropriate theoretical knowledge in field
    2. The research proposal must be relevant, ethical approved and feasible according to scientific norms.
    3.
  • Combine theoretical (research literature) and practical skills, by performing research
  • record and computerise data
  • analyse data
  • evaluate performances.
    4. Communicate effectively using visual, and language skills in an oral and written format
    5. Completion of dissertation according to scientific norms.

    Integrated assessment:
    Portfolios
    Work-place assessments
    Written examinations

    Other:
    Portfolio:
  • Course in research methodology completed and project proposals (also for ethical approval) are prepared and submitted.
  • Seminars based on self study and research project are presented.
  • Oral and/or poster presentations at national conference and faculty day.
  • A dissertation according to scientific accepted norms is completed and evaluated by internal assessors and moderators.
  • Written exams.

    Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis:

    Formative assessments:
  • Regular up-dates on research progress to supervisors (progress reports), with active discussions on relevant problems and solutions. The progress of the candidate is supervised by his/her promoter(s) and tutors.
  • Tuto

    Summative assessments:
  • Assessor(s) and moderator(s) assess the portfolio of work that has been completed. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Related qualifications:
    M B Ch B
    B Phys
    B V Sc
    M Sc

    M B Ch B serves as an entry point to the related qualification
    M Sc serves as an entry point to the related qualification

    M B Ch B provides credits for the related qualification
    B Phys provides credits for the related qualification
    B V Sc provides credits for the related qualification 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Assessment:
  • One or more internal assessor from the Faculty of Medicine, University of Pretoria.
  • Two external assessors in the appropriate field of study or one internal (Faculty of Medicine) and one external assessor (summative assessment).
  • Student access to all final examinations. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Qualifications required:
    M Sc, Ph D, D Sc or M D in related field.

    Career experience required:
    The assessors must be recognized as authorities (specialists) in the field of interest, with either a prominent research career, teaching or laboratory research experience. 

    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 


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