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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Master of Technology: Clinical Technology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
57209	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology
ORIGINATOR
General SGB 09
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
The individual Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary for each Learning Programme recorded against this qualification is shown in the table at the end of this report.			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Master's Degree	Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Promotive Health and Developmental Services
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	Regular-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 qualifying learner will be able to conduct independent research under minimal guidance in a chosen field, and contribute to knowledge production in that field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

A 480-credit B. Tech: Clinical Technology or a 480-credit equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 or RPL.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided evidence to the satisfaction of the assessors that the stated competence of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, has been achieved, either through education and training in a provider`s learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated outcomes

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Integrate new and existing knowledge in the field/area of investigation by applying appropriate research methods and techniques and present research findings to a professional audience

Specified Outcomes.

1.1 Analyse and critically evaluate the literature relevant to the field/area of investigation.(c) (20 credits) (NQF 8)

1.2 Conduct research by applying appropriate research methods and techniques independently and effectively in the research process to solve complex problems.(c) (50 credits) (NQF 8)

1.3 Report findings in an appropriate format(c) (50 credits) (NQF 8)

Critical Cross-field Outcomes:

1. Identifying and solving problems and thinking critically and creatively in designing, executing and reporting on a specialised area of Clinical Technology.

2. Collecting, organising, analysing and evaluating information by data collection and its synthesising into a logical contribution to the knowledge in the particular field chosen for study.

3. Working effectively with specialised scientists in the particular field at a high academic level.

4. Managing one`s own time to achieve execution of a research plan and integrate all the conflicting information pertinent to the study.

5. Communication, particularly in scientific terms, in internationally acceptable style both verbally and in written reports and publications.

6. Using science and technology to contribute to the knowledge and understanding in the field is an overt outcome of this qualification.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1.1. A comprehensive literature base is critically analysed and evaluated to establish recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.

1.2. Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained, and used correctly in oral presentations and the dissertation.

1.3. The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal where the stated hypothesis directs the investigation.

1.4. The appropriate methods and techniques are selected and applied in the collection of qualitative and quantitative data where appropriate.

1.5. Experimental research is responsibly and ethically conducted.

1.6. Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.

1.7. The inferences, interpretation and conclusions based on critical review of evidence from measurements and statistical analyses are valid.

1.8. Information sources are used correctly and appropriately.

1.9. Information technology is applied effectively in the production of the dissertation/research report

1.10. Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, the outcome, and the recommendations.

Formative assessment:

Oral presentations
Research proposals
Written progress reports

Summative assessment:

Research dissertation
Oral and visual presentations

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Vertical articulation to the D.Tech: Clinical Technology or related disciplines.

MODERATION OPTIONS

SERTEC (currently).

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

SERTEC (currently).

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2012; 2015.

NOTES

This qualification has been derived from provider-based qualifications, in order to record Learning Programmes against it.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

LP ID	Learning Programme Title	Originator	Pre-2009 NQF Level	NQF Level	Min Credits	Learning Prog End Date	Quality Assurance Functionary	NQF Sub-Framework
65289	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Central University of Technology, Free State	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	120	2018-12-31	CHE	HEQSF
1891	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Committee of Technikon Principals	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	120	2006-06-30	Was CHE until Last Date for Achievement	HEQSF
73077	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Durban University of Technology	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	120	2014-12-31	CHE	HEQSF
72478	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	120	2018-12-31	CHE	HEQSF
57182	Master of Technology: Emergency Medical Care	Durban University of Technology	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	180	2014-12-31	CHE	HEQSF

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THESE LEARNING PROGRAMMES:

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.

LP ID	Learning Programme Title	Accredited Provider
65289	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Central University of Technology, Free State
73077	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Durban University of Technology
72478	Master of Technology: Clinical Technology	Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
57182	Master of Technology: Emergency Medical Care	Durban University of Technology