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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Doctor of Dental Technology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
96810  Doctor of Dental Technology 
ORIGINATOR
Durban University of Technology 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Doctoral Degree  Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Curative Health 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 10  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 
Purpose:
This qualification intends for larners to make a significant and original contribution to knowledge in a specialised area of dental technology. They will have a high level of overall experience in that specialised area ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced theoretical concepts and application of knowledge.The learner achieving this qualification will be competent to complete a specialised and independent research project in the field of dental technology. The qualifying learner will be an authority on previous research and the latest technology and techniques in the appropriate field of expertise.

Rationale:
Dental Technology is a dynamic field and depends on current technological research to develop and advance technology. This qualification runs parallel to academic research and provides a platform for the development and advancement of Dental Technology. This qualification is not limited to, but is pivotal in, supporting academic dental research by developing the technology needed to conduct new academic research. The duration of this qualification is a minimum study period of two years and a maximum period of five years. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Previous 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:
  • An appropriate Master`s qualification, NQF Level 9. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    The qualification is achieved though research and completing an appropriate thesis. 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical and creative thinking have been made.
    2. Collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information.
    3. Work effectively with others.
    4. Reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
    5. Communicate effectively, using visual, scientific and language skills in the modes of oral and written persuasion.
    6. Managing self and others. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Research a specialised area of Dental Technology in depth. Write a well-reasoned and appropriate research proposal.
  • Research, develop and transfer significant advances in knowledge within a specialised area of dental technology.
  • Analyse and evaluate information.
  • Generate original research and analytical methods for the design of systems, processes or components.
  • Perform and manage the research.
  • Facilitate the transfer of technological knowledge within academic institutions.

    Integrated Assessment:
    A thesis demonstrating integrated knowledge and skills of the exit level outcomes. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Cognate Doctor, NQF Level 10. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    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. Durban University of Technology 


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