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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Science Honours: Dental Science

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
7675	Bachelor of Science Honours: Dental Science
ORIGINATOR
Stellenbosch University
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 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Preventive Health
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	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"		EXCO 0417/23	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

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 main purpose of the qualification is the attainment of more advanced scientific knowledge through basic research in order to equip the candidate for independent research on an advanced level in one or more of the basic dental sciences or in the preclinical and/or clinical fields in dentistry;

To stimulate interest in academic study and research and to ensure a constant supply of well equipped professional, critical thinkers and socially aware people for both the public and private sector.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Senior Certificate with Matriculation Exemption or equivalent university admission qualification.

First degree:

Bachelor of Dentistry (BChD)

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Additional requirements:

BSc degree including Physiology, Microbiology, Zoology, Anatomy or other appropriate major subjects or

BSc degree whose subjects include Biochemistry 2, or Physiology 2, and at least Chemistry (Bio) 2

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The Hons BSC (Dent Sci) graduate will have:

1. Systematic and deep knowledge of a specific field of denstist and an awareness of a variety of contexts in which it may apply.

2. An understanding of the principles and concepts underpinning the field of study and of its boundaries and limitations

3. Knowledge of advanced investigative methods

4. A knowledge of recent and relevant research in the chosen field

The HonsBSc (Dent Sci) graduate will be able to:

1. Plan and conduct basic research

2. Effectively select and apply knowledge on a professional context

3. Communicate effectively in form appropriate to the profession and discipline

4. Make sound theoretical judgements and evaluations

5. Execute clinical procedures at a level above that of a student with a basic dental qualification if the chosen field falls within clinical dentistry (relate theory to practice)

The HonsBSc (Dent Sci) graduate will demonstrate:

1. Capacity for independent study and research via the completion of a scientific project with the use of all aspects of information technology

2. The ability to prepare a scientific article in the chosen field of study (not expected to meet the criteria for publication but showing potential for this)

3. Professional working relationships within the discipline or profession

4. The ability to apply theoretical knowledge to the diagnosis of clinical problems at a level above that of a graduate dentist of the chosen field is in clinical dentistry

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

1. The assessment used for Hons BSc (Dent Sci) ensures that the purpose of the qualification is achieved

2. A range of modalities is used in assessment, such as formal written and oral examinations, case reports, literature reviews, hands-on evaluation

1. Written and oral examination in the prescribed basic subjects

2. Regular assessments of assignments such as case and literature reviews

3. Written and oral examination in the main field of study

1. Competence in specified outcomes are demonstrated if the student shows an ability to correlate information and to formulate solutions to theoretical, practical and or clinical problems

2. Assignments requiring the use of the necessary forms of information technology are regularly assessed

3. Formal examinations

INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT

1. During the first year of the two-year part time course, students are expected to complete regular assignments that are evaluated if the basic subjects Oral Biology and Oral Microbiology. This phase of the course is terminated by means of a formal examination consisting of a written question paper and oral examination.

2. Students are required to attend a non-examination course in 'Orientation in Research'

3. In the second part of the course the students focus on a chosen field of dentistry as a main subject. This part of the course is terminated by formal examinations including a written paper and oral examination.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification serves as an entry point to the related qualification

Master of Science in Dental Science.

MODERATION OPTIONS

The university of Stellenbosch has a system of external peer review and evaluation of departments. One of the aspects of the system is an evaluation of the standards and assessment practices of the department.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

The academic staff of the University of Stellenbosch will be used in a manner that fits into the quality assurance system of the University

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

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

NOTES

N/A

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	Stellenbosch University