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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
87065  Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry 
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
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 
Purpose:
The purpose of the qualification is to provide students with a more theoretical and practical insight into the field of chemistry. To equip a graduate learner with post graduate level skills that will be able to demonstrate a more in-depth knowledge of the main areas of chemistry that include organic, inorganic, physical and analytical. To equip the learner with skills in conducting research in the field of chemistry.

Rationale:
An honours qualification is important as it provides the first step for training of postgraduate students for the development of research capacity in South Africa. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
  • RPL will be done according to the Nelson Mandela University (NMU) RPL policy.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum requirement for admission is:
  • A Bachelor of Science Degree. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification comprises of compulsory and elective module at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 8, 120 Credits:
  • Industrial Chemistry, 10 Credits.
  • General Theory A, 22 Credits.
  • Analytical Methods, 22 Credits.
  • General Theory B, 22 Credits.

    Elective Modules:
  • Physical Polymer Theory, 22 Credits.
  • Organic Theory, 22 Credits.
  • Project, 32 Credits.
  • Inorganic Theory, 22 Credits.
  • Organic Practical Project, 32 Credits.
  • Physical Polymer Practical Project, 32 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Demonstrate the ability to recall important definitions and principles of the theory of chemistry.
    2. Apply knowledge of the principles of chemistry to application-based exercises.
    3. Demonstrate the ability to analyse and solve open ended problems by applying the correct methodologies and techniques to the problems.
    4. Make critical judgements and in-depth interpretations of chemical evaluations. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The competencies or skills acquired by the student will include:
  • Reasoning skills to demonstrate mastery of theoretical knowledge and to reflect critically on theory.
  • Reasoning, technical and creative skills to investigate, analyze and synthesize complex information, problems, concepts and theories and to apply established theories to different bodies of knowledge.
  • Communication and technical research skills to justify and interpret analysis, results and conclusions to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
  • Communication and technical skills to theorize about developments that contributes to scholarship.
  • Demonstrate ability to plan, conduct and report on research in the field of Chemistry.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and ability in the practical techniques and laboratory skills needed for performing research in the field of Chemistry.

    Integrated Assessment:
    Integrated Assessment takes place mainly in the research project where the theory and analytical knowledge are applied.

    The programme includes both formative and summative assessments for the theory modules. Formative assessments are provided by means of tutorials and assignments. These are used to provide formal feedback on performance to candidates. Tests form both formative and summative assessments for theory modules. Test marks are included as part of the class mark. Summative assessment concludes with formal written examinations which are assessed internally by the lecturers, and externally moderated by discipline experts at other South African universities. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares, in terms of structure and content, to similar qualifications offered nationally and internationally. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification articulates vertically:

    Vertical Articulation:
  • A Master Degree at Level 9. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Internal:
  • Master Science (MSc) in the relevant sub-discipline.

    External:
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and 5 years teaching experience in the relevant sub-discipline. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 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. Nelson Mandela University 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.