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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physiotherapy 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
8043  Bachelor of Science Honours in Physiotherapy 
ORIGINATOR
University of the Western Cape 
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  Rehabilitative Health/Services 
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
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 
The graduate will qualify to be registered, independent professional who:
  • Applies evidence-based physical and holistic approaches that will include core skills as Therapeutic Exercise, Manual Therapy, Electrotherapy to prevent and rehabilitate physical disablement, and promote and maintain physical and psychosocial well-being in multi-disciplinary settings.
  • Is flexible and adaptable in implementing evidence-based practice to serve the multicultural health care needs of the country and the region.
  • Is able to take up leadership role in the profession. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Graduates with recognised Diploma in Physiotherapy and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience
  • Graduate of other physiotherapy programs not at honours level. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    N 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The exit outcomes in the postgraduate program build on those of the undergraduate BSc Physiotherapy program. In addition, candidates should:

    * Apply basic research skills (i.e. acquire an understanding of basic research methods, produce a research proposal and carry out a research project under supervision)
    * Build on theoretical knowledge of holistic approach to client management

    The following critical outcomes are developed through the program design, content context, active learning, problem analysis and problem solving, critical reflection, independent learning and peer learning, formative and summative evaluation and the development of academic learning skills:

    * Identifying and solving problems in which responses indicate that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made
    * Working effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community
    * Organising and managing oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively
    * Collecting, analysing, organising and critically evaluating information
    * Communicating effectively using visual, mathematical and language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion
    * Using science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others
    * Being culturally sensitive across a range of social contexts. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Integrated assessment procedures:

    Formative assessment is provided through module tasks and group assignments.
    Summative assessment is provided through assignments and an examination at the end of each module, and a research project. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    * It is envisaged the modules at honours level may articulate with appropriate and equivalent modules offered in other physiotherapy program

    * On completion of the honours program students may continue with the MSc program in physiotherapy. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    External moderation of the course and assessment of students' progress will be done by external moderators appointed by the Department of Physiotherapy on an annual basis, and moderators appointed by the Professional Board of Physiotherapy on a five-year review basis. The moderation bodies are both the Council for Higher Education and the Professional Board for Physiotherapy, PO Box 553, Pretoria, 0001. 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    An assessor must be a registered member of the Professional Board for Physiotherapy, with a minimum qualification of a BSc Honours degree, and should have at least five years experience in the particular field - Physiotherapy. 

    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: 
    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 the Western Cape 


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