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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
87064  Bachelor of Science Honours in Botany 
ORIGINATOR
Nelson Mandela 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 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Physical Sciences 
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

The qualification content is currently being updated for the qualifications with the status “Registered-data under construction” or showing “DETAILS UNDER CONSTRUCTION” to ensure compliance with SAQA’S Policy and Criteria for the registration of qualifications and part-qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) (As amended, 2022). These qualifications are re-registered until 30 June 2027 and can legitimately be offered by the institutions to which they are registered.

 

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:
As indicated in the overall degree statement, with the focus on those skills and knowledge required in the discipline of Botany.

Rationale:
Qualfied learners of this qualification will be aware of:
A variety of thinking and learning skills such as:
1. Being the consciousness of society in environmental issues.
2. Contextualising environmental issues in a cultural and social framework.
3. The career opportunities available in the many fields which make up the discipline of Botany and their application in the community.
4. Entrepreneurial opportunities through exposure to examples of the application of Botanical knowledge. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Bachelor of Science in Botany, NQF Level 7. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Demonstrate an understanding of concepts, principles and acquired knowledge in science - particular Botany - through independent thinking and critical evaluation.
    2. Use scientific knowledge to design and test hypothesis and skills to solve problems in innovative ways, using appropriate principles, tools, techniques and logical reasoning.
    3. Develop skills to investigate phenomena related to Botany and demonstrate an understanding of the changing and contested nature of knowledge in science.
    4. Work effectively in a team, collaborating to develop commitment, respect, shared responsibility, interpersonal relationships and managerial skills, to achieve a set purpose.
    5. Use oral and written modes of communication effectively in English, through the preparation, organisation and presentation of research.
    6. Use science and technology effectively, critically and safely, while showing responsibility to the environment and the health of others.
    7. Demonstrate an understanding of the world through the ability to transfer knowledge across contexts and the integration of knowledge and skills. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Integrated Assessment:
    Assessment Practice: Formative.
  • Practicals.
  • Field trip.
  • Seminar presentation.
  • Paper presentation.
  • Project.
    Assessment Practice: Summative.
  • Examination - Oral.
  • Examination - Practical.
  • Examination - Written. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares with the international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.
    Horizontal articulation:
  • Bachelor of Science Honours, Level 8.

    Vertical articulation:
  • Master of Science in Botany, Level 9. 
    		•

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Internal
  • BSc (Honours) in Botany


    External
  • PhD and 5 years teaching experience, in Botany. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    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. Nelson Mandela University 


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