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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Arts in German 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
73953  Master of Arts in German 
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
Master's Degree  Field 04 - Communication Studies and Language  Language 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  180  Level 8 and above  NQF Level 09  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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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.  

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the ability to acquire, assess, analyse and interpret German linguistic and literary information and principles independently. The learners must be able to communicate and function in a German speaking environment and to communicate scientific findings in German, both orally and in writing, at a high level. The learners must be able to apply their knowledge of linguistic and literary principles independently and responsibly by using these in new contexts, interpreting literary works and using the language in new contexts. The learners must be able to reflect on and apply the principles acquired. The learners must demonstrate cultural awareness by being able to link their studies to other languages and cultures, as well as analysing literary works and evaluating them in their literary and cultural context. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Learners who have obtained qualifications in other countries that are deemed to be on an appropriate level will be assessed upon receipt of an application for such recognition. Access and or advanced placement will be conditional on the learner furthering their studies at this institution.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in German, NQF Level 8.
    Or
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours: German Translation Science, NQF Level 8. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The learners should be able to:
    1. Identify and solve problems relating to German life, literature and language, using the German language at an appropriate level, as well as demonstrate the ability to reflect on German history and society as it is manifested in German literature through the ages;
    2. Work independently, taking responsibility for their own development, completing tasks satisfactorily and in good time;
    3. Collect, analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information of a linguistic or literary nature, applying it to the literary works that they study;
    4. Communicate in German on a high level, being able to present scientific findings in German, both orally and in writing;
    5. Demonstrate the ability to link their studies in German to other languages and cultures;
    6. Develop learning strategies appropriate for language acquisition as well as literary criticism
    7. Demonstrate an awareness of cultural differences between South Africa and German speaking countries by analysing literary works and evaluating them in their cultural, historical and literary context;
    8. Demonstrate their ability to communicate in German at an acceptable level so that they may represent South Africa in German speaking contexts. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner can:/Does the learner:
    1. Demonstrate problem solving skills and reflective competence by answering questions related to the field of study orally and in writing by submitting a dissertation reflecting such skills
    2. Complete assignments satisfactorily and timeously and come prepared to discussions with their lecturers;
    3. Collect, analyse, interpret and evaluate scientific information when preparing their dissertation on a literary and/or linguistic topic;
    4. Communicate in German on an appropriate level and present scientific findings in German, both orally and in writing;
    5. Demonstrate the ability to link their studies in German to other languages and cultures;
    6. Exhibit skills in language acquisition by communicating effectively in the target language and improving their ability;
    7. Communicate effectively across cultural barriers and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in dealing with the art and culture of German speaking countries;
    8. Interact with German speaking people (informal assessment at conferences and other occasions where the learners come into contact with German speaking people)

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:
  • The formative assessment of the dissertation consists of informal discussions with the lecturer as the research progresses.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:
  • A dissertation is submitted. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Master of Arts in German Literature, NQF Level 9.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Doctor of Literature in German, NQF Level 10.
  • Doctor of Philosophy in German, NQF Level 10. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    NOTES 
    This is an old qualification that has been recorded in June. This MA with endorsement qualification is registered as a separate qualification only with SAQA. At the Department of Education it is not registered separately, but it is included in the registration of the generic MA. 

    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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