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

Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
73795  Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany 
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  Environmental 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
3459  Bachelor of Science Honours: Botany  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
109879  Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  120  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide highly qualified scientists who can identify, evaluate and address problems associated with the biological and/or earth sciences in South African and International context at high levels. Through the acquisition of appropriate competence and research ability they will be able to enter a range of professional and entrepreneurial opportunities. These could include positions as research officers or educators with a range of possible employers in industry or tertiary institutions or allow them to establish enterprises of their own in a variety of plant-related areas of endeavour as entrepreneurs or advisors. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Generate experimental data, make correct interpretations and appropriate deductions
  • Work in groups with others in the solution of problems and the carrying out of projects
  • Work independently in the mastery of subject contents, the performance of practical projects, the compilation of reports and the writing of tests and examinations
  • Find, evaluate and integrate appropriate literature and be able to generate, analyse and evaluate experimental data
  • Use appropriate technical language and terminology in the processing and presentation of reports, in written or oral form, of reports
  • Perform the practice of science and technology effectively without endangering the environment or the well-being of their associates
  • Integrate factual information into a cohesive whole, relate it to other areas and disciplines
  • Participate responsibly in activities which impinge on, and lead to, the improvement of societal quality of life
  • Be receptive to problems which affect broad society
  • Investigate further training and employment possibilities
  • Investigate and evaluate entrepreneurial possibilities in the field of competence
  • Find information by the correct usage of information retrieval systems, to collate and interpret such information and place it in context with known information
  • Generate information by correct and appropriate use of technology and research methodology
  • Plan and execute a research programme at the appropriate level of expertise
  • Formulate hypotheses, commensurate with their level of training, to generate information in pursuit of that hypothesis, evaluate these facts and present them, in verbal or written form, with due regard to clarity, correctness of technical terminology and language usage
  • Function in a laboratory with due regard to correctness of technique used and safety of co-workers and the working environment
  • Work harmoniously with co-workers in the same working environment
  • Plan an investigation and, if required, modify the proposal to accommodate any difficulties encountered
  • Communicate results and findings in a clear, scientifically correct manner,
    either verbally or in the form of written submissions.

    96 credits on level 6 (a BSc degree) in Botany or related discipline, from an accepted accredited university. Learners who are, or have been, 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. Credit may be retained for any subjects so approved.

    Recognition of prior learning:
    A learner who claims to have achieved entry requirements through experiential 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 Identify a problem, formulate an appropriate hypothesis, generate experimental data and make correct interpretations and appropriate deductions
    2 Work harmoniously with co-workers in the same working environment, to work in groups with others in the solution of problems and the carrying out of projects
    3 Work independently in the mastery of subject contents the performance of practical projects and the compilation of reports
    4 Plan and execute a research programme and relate the findings to the existing body of knowledge in the field
    5 Find, evaluate and integrate technical literature, use appropriate and correct technical language and terminology in reports
    6 Perform the practice of science and technology effectively and responsibly without endangering the environment or the well-being of co-workers
    7 Plan an investigation with due regard to the impact of the problem and its solution on the ecological and social environment and modify the proposal if required
    8 Use different techniques to assimilate data, by reading, discussion, reporting and presentation of projects and seminars
    9 Participate responsibly in activities that impinge on social quality of life
    10 Investigate further possibilities of training and employment
    11 Investigate further possibilities of training and employment
    12 Investigate and evaluate entrepreneurial possibilities in the appropriate field and also the relevance of the chosen field in society. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner can: / Does the learner

    1. Display a thorough knowledge of the field of enquiry
    Formulate an appropriate hypothesis
    Plan and carry out an appropriate experimental program
    Analyse results obtained correctly

    2. Display an ability to co-operate with fellow students
    Display an ability to contribute meaningfully to group efforts to work on a problem
    Display an ability and readiness to accept a responsible part in a group effort

    3. Display a mastery of subject material by independent study
    Display an ability to work on a project of high complexity successfully
    Prove an ability to write a project or progress report of high standard independently

    4. Present a suitable project proposal on a topic
    Be able to motivate the reasoning behind the proposal satisfactorily
    Be able to perform the actions required to complete the collection of information
    Be able to relate the information obtained to that which is known

    5. Display a knowledge of current information retrieval systems and processes
    Demonstrate a mastery of the use of technical and professional language and terminology

    6. Demonstrate an awareness and recognition of the need for careful and correct laboratory technique
    Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate technology correctly, safely and responsibly

    7. Present a project proposal in which all the appropriate and aspects relating to the broad social and environmental considerations are addressed
    Be able to suggest possible changes in the proposal should certain aspects not turn out as expected

    8. Show an awareness of the need for different ways of learning and assimilation of knowledge by electronic retrieval systems, libraries, correspondence and personal contacts at meetings
    Show an awareness of the need for continued study so as to remain constantly up to date

    9. Demonstrate an awareness of the effects of pollution and industrialization on the environment
    Demonstrate an awareness of the need for responsible management of environmental and biological resources and diversity

    10. Demonstrate an awareness of where the chosen field of study impinges on society and where further studies may be done. This includes medicinal, industrial, recreational and aesthetic considerations

    11. Demonstrate the ability to relate the field of study to society and thus know where those skills are likely to be required

    12. Demonstrate the knowledge of what the chosen field of study involves and how it can be used for entrepreneurial activity
    Show an understanding of how the field of study impinges on society

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:
    Assessment will be informal and formal class tests, seminar presentations, practical tests and practical reports.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:
    Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by final examination in each module, project reports and presentation evaluations. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Access to qualifications on a lower level:
    Learners who have attained this qualification may proceed to other qualifications at a lower level, such as Bachelor's degrees or diplomas in other faculties or institutions. The institution or faculty to which the relocation is made will decide on the acceptance of this qualification

    Access to qualifications on the same level:
    Learners who wish to switch to a BSc-Honours degree or similar programme at this or another institution may do so. Credit for modules completed successfully will be granted subject to their acceptance in the new qualification
    Learners who wish to continue their studies in another faculty or at another institution, may do so. The faculty or institution to which the relocation is made will decide on acceptance of credit for all work done at this university. Under normal circumstances this university will not give credit for research done at another tertiary institution.
    Under normal circumstances there is no articulation between institutions during the course of study. However, learners who wish to switch to another qualification or subject at this institution may do so. Credit for any research completed successfully will be granted subject to its acceptance in the new qualification or subject.

    Access to qualifications on a higher level:
    Having obtained this qualification, the following possibilities for access to other qualifications do exist:
  • a Postgraduate Higher diploma at this or another institution
  • a Master's degree or 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 and they are likely to be drawn from other higher education institutions or research institutions of appropriate standing. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Assessors should have:
  • At least a Level 8 (Masters degree) in the appropriate discipline
  • At least five years' experience in the appropriate discipline, at tertiary institution level or a level of equivalent status outside the tertiary establishment
  • Had at least five years' 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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