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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Master of Communication Pathology

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
8289	Master of Communication Pathology
ORIGINATOR
University of Pretoria
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		Communication Studies
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	200	Level 8 and above	NQF Level 09	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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

The purpose of the qualification is to provide students with the opportunity to:
1. attain in-depth knowledge on research and to develop the ability to plan a research project answering to all the requirements of scientific research.
2. Attain comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of selected theoretical areas in Communication Pathology and develop the ability to creatively integrate knowledge, critically evaluate the literature and to formulate an own opinion.
3. Attain comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of selected areas of intervention in Communication Pathology and develop the ability to independently diagnose and treat complex cases (if practical modules are chosen).
4. Develop the ability of scientific reporting
5. Pursue a career of life-long learning
The overall propose of the qualification is to provide South Africa with Speech-Language Therapists and/or Audiologists who are masters in their field and who can serve the community suffering from communication pathology by rendering expert services and who are able to do scientific research in the field.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Matriculation certificate
First degree: B Communication Pathology
Other:
Any of the specialisation courses offered at undergraduate level will serve as entrance to the Master's degree.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

M Communication Pathology

Learning outcomes:
A graduate of this programme is able to:

Plan scientific research.

Present the research methodology as an essay or the methodology and research outcomes in a scientific format as either an article or dissertation.

Demonstrate comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of selected areas from the field of Communication Pathology and be able to creatively integrate and critically evaluate this knowledge and formulate own opinions and present this as a scientific essay.

Diagnose and independently undertake intervention of complex cases with communication pathology in case of the selection of practical modules.

Choose on theoretical grounds and undertake perceptual and instrumental analyses in case of the selection of this module.

Critical cross-field outcomes:
Critical cross-field outcomes for this programme include but are not limited to various competencies and applied competencies such as

identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made concerning solutions for problems related to individuals, groups, families, communities and people with special needs

work intersectorally with other disciplines as a member of a team, group, organisation, community in both the public and private sectors

demonstrate an understanding of the interaction between systems from an ecological approach by understanding social needs, problems and resource capacity within an international, national and local context

develop holistic, integrated strategies and programmes for social sciences founded on the collection, analyses, organising, implementation and critical evaluation of theory, information and processes

demonstrate effective utilisation of technology for strategies aimed at broadening the scope of the Humanities and science in general

organise and manage their work load responsibly and effectively by means of a scheduled programme allowing for a learning environment such as reading scientific journals in the field as well as becoming a member of professional bodies, attending seminars and conferences, doing research and rendering voluntary services to facilitate professional growth and development

communicate effectively with people of all target groups, including people who are literate and illiterate, children and the youth, using visual and language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion

contribute to the full personal development of each learner regarding strategies for learning, such as furthering a culture of life-long learning, scientific involvement, expressing a non-discriminating attitude across a range of social contexts based on the value of social justice and a sensitivity for cultural diversity and awareness of similarities, and to explore and develop career opportunities such as entrepreneurial initiatives to promote social and economical independence and opportunities for personal development.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

To meet the requirements for the qualification the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes of the learner are assessed on the basis of any or all of the following:

Performance during oral presentations in front of peers and/or experts.

Written outputs in the format of essays and reports.

Where applicable, written examinations reflecting research competence.

A Master's dissertation, being the culmination of research efforts.
The assessment will be primarily criteria-based and reliability will be ensured by both internal and external moderation.

Integrated assessment:
Portfolios: if required by the research topic or the discipline
Simulations: if required by the research topic or the discipline
Work-place assessments: if required by the research topic or the discipline
Written examinations: if required by the research topic or the discipline
Oral examinations: if required by the research topic or the discipline
Other:
The modalities for integrate assessment permit the candidate to demonstrate applied competence. Mainly formative methods set according to specific guidelines and methods related to credentialing the critical exit-level and cross-field outcomes appropriate to contextual and situational achievements are recognised.
In addition to the above, modalities such as group discussions and presentations in front of peers and experts may also be used.
Final assessment by expert external assessors, both academic and non-academic, will be done of the dissertation.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Related qualifications:
Doctoral studies in Communication Pathology
Ph D based on course-work
Ph D based on research

Ph D based on course-work serves as an entry point to the related qualification
Ph D based on research serves as an entry point to the related qualification

Other articulation possibilities, either generic or specific arrangements:
Graduates from the University of Pretoria can continue their studies at overseas universities.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Measures to ensure that assessment is fair, reliable and valid are in place according to a set of guidelines for internal second examiners as well as external assessors, assessment panels and/or other experts.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

Qualifications required:
M Communication Pathology, Ph D, D Litt, D Phil or D Litt et Phil

Career experience required:

Lecturers who act as supervisors and internal examiners must hold a master's degree or doctorate in Communication Pathology.

External examiners must hold a master's degree of doctorate in Communication Pathology and must have experience of teaching at a tertiary institution.

Written reports on essays, articles, dissertations and practical work have to be compiled by both internal and external examiners.

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:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	University of Pretoria