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

Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
73792  Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics 
ORIGINATOR
University of Johannesburg 
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 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Mathematical Sciences 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  144  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 replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
3587  Bachelor of Science Honours: Applied Mathematics  Level 7  NQF Level 08  144  Complete 

This qualification is replaced by: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
109869  Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  120  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the ability:
  • to develop intellectual and practical analytical skills to enable the learner to read;
  • to analyse a problem from an unknown field and construct a solvable mathematical model;
  • to analyse, formulate, interpret, understand, communicate and apply mathematics;
  • The qualification prepares learners for a career in a mathematically orientated field and provides a basis for further postgraduate studies in Mathematics. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Learners accessing this qualification should demonstrate their ability to:
  • Demonstrate his/her thorough knowledge and insight into the modules studied on level 6
  • Make correct interpretations and appropriate deductions
  • Work independently as well as in groups with others in the solution of problems
  • Master subject contents, compile short reports and write tests and examinations
  • Find and integrate appropriate literature and factual information on a mathematical subject into a cohesive whole
  • Use appropriate mathematical language and terminology (both in written and oral form) in the presentation of mathematical findings
  • Problem identification and solving
  • Applying scientific methodology - both orally and practically
  • Work jointly with co-learners on mathematical problems
  • Acquire, analyse, interpret and access scientific data
  • Presenting Mathematics in written and oral form
  • Scientific interaction and teamwork

    Technical and professional skills necessary for his/her studies that include:
  • Work harmoniously with co-learners in the same learning environment
  • Plan and execute his/her own learning programme
  • Exhibit his/her appreciation of academic values (such as self-reliance, team work, open and clear communication, honesty, accuracy and professionalism), that should reflect in his/her attitude towards and service to his/her subject, co-learners and society
  • Use general and mathematical language with an adequate degree of competence.

    150 credits on level 6 in Applied Mathematics (a Baccalaureus with Applied Mathematics or Mathematics as a major). Students who have shown exceptional mathematical ability might, in consultation with the Department, be allowed to take some of the Honours modules while completing their third year of study. Acceptance to the Honours course is not automatic and involves an application to the Department, followed by an assessment of the applicant's record up to the time of assessment. The Department reserves the right to decline an application in the case of an applicant who has not shown the potential to succeed in the envisaged course of study.

    Recognition of prior learning:

    A learner who claims to have achieved entry requirements through experimental learning will be assessed. If the student is found to be competent, the student may gain
  • Access,
  • Advanced placement
  • Or recognition of degree status will be granted on condition of continuing education. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The learners should be able to:

    1. Analyse, interpret, solve, implement and evaluate mathematical problems in terms of the underlying mathematical theory. He/she should also be able to make logical conclusions that he/she can mathematically motivate.

    2. Work effectively with other members of his/her class on solving mathematical problems and reflect on their group activities.

    3. Organise and manage responsibly and effectively his/her learning activities and time.

    4. Collect, analyse and organise suitable literature on a mathematical subject (suitable for the level of the qualification) and consolidate it with previous mathematical knowledge.

    5. Communicate mathematics effectively and logically, using visual, mathematical and natural language in written and oral form.

    6. Be able to use the available computer technology, effectively, safely and responsibly. (when necessary for his/her studies)

    7. See the possibility of application of mathematical theories (studied in the modules required for the qualification) to other fields.

    8. Explore, apply and reflect on a variety of learning strategies on studying the mathematics (of the modules required for the qualification)

    9. Participate as a responsible citizen in his/her local and national community by applying the cognitive skills, values and attitudes acquired by doing Mathematics on the level of this qualification.

    10. Be sensitive to the role of Mathematics and mathematicians in cultural and aesthetic activities.

    11. Explore the career opportunities obtained via the qualification within the field of Mathematics and related fields.

    12. Explore the entrepreneurial opportunities obtained via the qualification within the field of mathematics and related fields. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner can:

    1. Analyse, interpret, solve, implement and evaluate mathematical problems in terms of the underlying mathematical theory. He/she must also be able to make logical conclusions that he/she could mathematically motivate.

    2. Work effectively with other members of his/her class on solving mathematical problems and reflect on their group activities.

    3. Demonstrate the ability to organise and manage responsibly and effectively his/her learning activities and time.

    4. Be able to collect, analyse and organise suitable literature on a mathematical subject (suitable for the level of the qualification) and consolidate it with previous mathematical knowledge.

    5. Show that he/she is able to communicate mathematics effectively and logically, using visual, mathematical and natural language in written and oral form.

    6. Be required for his/her studies, the learner must be able to use the available computer technology, effectively, safely and responsibly.

    7. Demonstrate the ability to see the possibility of application of mathematical theories (studied in the modules required for the qualification)

    8. Be able to explore, apply and reflect on a variety of learning strategies on studying the mathematics (of the modules required for the qualification)

    9. Be able to participate as a responsible citizen in his/ her local and national community by applying the cognitive skills, values and attitudes acquired by doing mathematics on the level of this qualification.

    10. Show that he/she is sensitive to the role of mathematics and mathematicians in cultural and aesthetic activities.

    11. Be able to explore the career opportunities obtained via the qualification within the field of mathematics and related fields.

    12. Be able to explore the entrepreneurial opportunities obtained via the qualification within the field of mathematics and related fields.

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:
    Students are continuously assessed via discussions, computer assignments, tutorials, seminar presentations and a project report and exercises.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:
    Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by means of exam paper per subject-module per semester and completion of a short written project to be presented as a lecture. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
  • Access to qualifications on a lower level:
    *Learners, who have been, or are, registered for this or a similar qualification at another institution of higher education, may be allowed, under very exceptional circumstances, to enter in mid-stream. Any application for such entry will be evaluated ad hoc by the department, subject to approval by the Dean's committee of the Faculty of Science.

    *Learners who apply on the basis of non-formal prior learning will be evaluated according to the procedures formulated by the university for such purpose.
  • Access to qualifications on the same level:
    *Learners who wish to switch to another qualification or subject at this institution may do so within the prescribed period for such changes. Credit for modules completed successfully will be granted, subject to their acceptance in the new qualification.

    *Learners who wish to continue their studies at another institution, may do so. The institution to which the relocation is made will decide on acceptance of credit for all modules passed at this university.
  • Access to qualifications on a higher level:
    *Having obtained this qualification, a learner may apply for acceptance to the programme of a Master's degree in Applied Mathematics or a similar programme at this or another institution. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • External evaluation will be the inclusion of external assessors.
  • One external examiner will be appointed for each module except the "Honours project" and are likely to be drawn from other tertiary institutions or research institutions of appropriate standing. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Assessors should have:
  • At least a Master's degree in the appropriate discipline;

    -An appropriate level of experience in the appropriate discipline, at higher education institution level or a level of equivalent status outside the higher education establishment;
  • Appropriate exposure to assessment practices at tertiary or equivalent level. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced 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 Johannesburg 


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