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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
73799	Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology
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		Earth and Space 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
3489	Bachelor of Science Honours: Geology	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
109863	Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology	Not Applicable	NQF Level 08	120	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Training of qualified scientists who can identify, evaluate and address problems associated with the geological or earth sciences in South African and international context. Through the acquisition of appropriate competence and research ability they will be able to enter a range of professional and entrepreneurial opportunities in the geological, minerals and earth science industries.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Learners accessing this qualification should have demonstrated their ability to:

Generate observational data, make correct interpretations and appropriate deductions

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 information by the correct usage of information retrieval systems, to collate and interpret such information and place it in context with known information

Use appropriate technical language and terminology in the processing and presentation of reports, in written or oral form

Work in groups with others in the solution of problems and carrying out of projects

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

Investigate further training and employment possibilities

Investigate and evaluate entrepreneurial possibilities in the field of competence

360 credits on a level 6 (a BSc or equivalent degree) in Geology, Earth Science or a related discipline, from an accepted accredited university or other higher education institute.

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.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Find, evaluate and integrate technical literature, use appropriate and correct technical language and terminology in reports

2 Work independently in the mastery of subject contents, the performance of practical projects and the compilation of reports

3 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

4 Perform the practice of science and technology effectively and responsibly without endangering the environment or the well-being of co-workers

5 Use different techniques to assimilate data, by either reading, discussion, reporting and presentation of projects and seminars

6 Participate responsibly in activities which impinge on societal quality of life

7 Investigate further possibilities of training and employment

8 Investigate and evaluate entrepreneurial possibilities in the appropriate field and also the relevance of the chosen field in society.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

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

2. Display a mastery of subject material by independent study
Display ability to work on a scientific project
Prove ability to write a project or progress report independently

3. Display ability to cooperate with fellow students
Display ability to contribute meaningfully to group efforts to work on a problem
Display ability and readiness to accept a responsible part in a group effort

4. 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

5. Show 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 awareness of the need for continued study so as to remain constantly up to date

6. Demonstrate awareness of the effects of pollution and industrialization on the environment
Demonstrate awareness of the need for responsible management of environmental and geological/earth science/mineral resources and diversity

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

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

Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:
Assessment will be through 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 written examination in each module in addition to an oral examination, project reports and presentation evaluations.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Access to qualifications on a lower level:
Learners who have been, or are, registered for this or 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.
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:
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.
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 work done at this university.

Access to qualifications on a higher level:
Having obtained this qualification, the following possibilities for access to other qualifications do exist:

A Master`s degree or similar programme at this or another institution.

MODERATION OPTIONS

External evaluation will be the inclusion of external examiners.

One external examiner will be appointed for each module and they are likely to be drawn from other higher education institutions, research- and/or industrial institutions of appropriate standing.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Assessors should have at least a Level 8 (Master`s degree) in the appropriate discipline or professional experience that would place them at equivalent level.

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.

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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