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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Science Honours: Parasitology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
81899	Bachelor of Science Honours: Parasitology
ORIGINATOR
University of Limpopo
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		Curative 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"		SAQA 091/21	2021-07-01	2023-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2027-06-30

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
19706	Bachelor of Science Honours: Parasitology	Level 7	NQF Level 08	120	Complete

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Holders of this qualification will be specialists biologists with a deeper understanding of biology, epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and control of parasites of medical and veterinary importance at both national and international level. In addition, they will demonstrate as appreciation of research techniques in parasitology, particularly the Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Antibody Test (ELISA), Direct Agglutination Test (DAT), Immuno-florescent Antibody Test (IFAT), McMaster and Visser Sieve Techniques through the art of protocol and scientific paper writing, candidates will develop critical and independent thinking. Persons achieving this qualification will be able to take up employment in the following positions where learning can continue through relevant in-service training: teachers (high school), tutors, laboratory technicians and research assistants. In addition, successful completion of this programme will enable candidates to pursue masters degree studies in the fields of medical and veterinary parasitology.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Bachelor of Science degree with Zoology as major, any equivalent qualification or relevant working experience Modules constituting the programme are of a nature that it should make them portable among the country`s universities Modules from other universities will also be considered as credits towards the programme Parasitology modules at undergraduate level covering basic parasitology, helminthology and protozoology of parasites of medical and veterinary importance

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

N

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

CRITICAL CROSS-FIELD OUTCOMES Identifying, analysing and solving problems Responsible decision-making using critical and creative thinking Collecting, analysing and organising information in a meaningful way Handling work effectively Organising and managing oneself and one`s activities responsibly and effectively Looking at development on a system basis rather than as loose entities Communicating effectively Demonstrating a holistic perspective of technology generation and dissemination Receptive and responsive attitude towards changes in the scientific environment Conducting specialised and advanced research independently.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA Solve natural science and related problems by means of exploring and critically evaluating different situations Solve natural science and related problems by generating alternative strategies for dealing with those problems Compile portfolios to relate learning gained from individual experience to knowledge encountered in an academic environment and vice versa Conduct seminars to communicate learning from experience and academic context to peers Relate learning from experience and academic context to different contexts using present and future scenarios INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT 1. Knowledge Explain biological theories, concepts, principles, processes and procedures Analyse and integrate information Describe and explain research techniques Analyse data statistically using appropriate procedures Illustrate information graphically, diagrammatically and schematically -> Methods - Written examinations - Assignments - Laboratory practical assignments - Research project - Seminars 2. Skills Apply laboratory techniques correctly Report practical and research findings accurately Plan and carry out research in a scientifically correct manner Collect, organise, analyse and interpret biological information Critique scientific papers Debate biological issues factually and logically Communicate effectively -> Methods - Laboratory practical assignments - Research project - Seminars 3. Attitudes Punctuality and participation General organisation and approach to laboratory assignments and research project Proper use and care for laboratory equipment Cooperation with peers Handling of research animals -> Methods - Laboratory practical assignments - Research project - Seminars

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Veterinary science, environmental management, eco-tourism, nature conservation, museum curation

MODERATION OPTIONS

Internal moderation All final examination papers and scripts are moderated by a Professor in the Zoology Teaching Unit External moderation All final papers and scripts are moderated by an external specialist in Parasitology All other research projects are moderated by an external specialist in Parasitology/Immunology.

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 Limpopo

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