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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Visual Arts in Fashion 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
97061  Master of Visual Arts in Fashion 
ORIGINATOR
Vaal 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
Master's Degree  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Design Studies 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  180  Not Applicable  NQF Level 09  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:
To be able to conduct independent research in a specialised field of clothing or fashion and contribute to knowledge production in the chosen area. The research problem, its justification process and outcome is reported in a dissertation which complies with generally accepted norms at this level.

Rationale:
The learner accredited with this qualification can conduct independent research in a specialised field of clothing or fashion and contribute to knowledge production in the chosen area. The research problem, its justification process and outcome is reported in a dissertation which complies with generally accepted norms at this level. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of investigation.
  • Apply research methods and techniques appropriately and correctly.

    Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL):
    The institution has appropriate policies and procedure for Recognition of Prior Learning including the identification, documentation, assessment, evaluation and transcription of prior learning against specified learning outcomes, in order to articulate with current programmes and qualifications. Assessment instruments are designed for Recognition of Prior Learning in accordance with the institution's policies on fair and transparent assessment.

    Access to the Qualification:
    Bachelor of Technology: Fashion or equivalent. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    A minimum of 120 Credits at NQF Level 9 must be achieved. 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. The listed and cited literature of the literature survey and the exposition of the research reflect familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field. Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained, and juxtaposed correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.

    2. The use of literature surveys/experimentation/correlation/causal analysis is justified fully and correctly in oral presentation and the written record of research. The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal. The stated hypothesis directs the investigation. Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information. Information sources are used correctly and appropriately and include a range of media. Information technology skills are applied effectively in information searches, data-analysis, data presentation, and the production of the dissertation. The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to quantitative and qualitative data. The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and statistical analysis are valid. Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in communicating the research problem, its investigation, outcome and recommendations, clearly.

    Specified Outcomes:

    Specified Outcome 1:
  • Identify the scope of relevant knowledge inherent in the selected field/area of research, 15 Credits.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the chosen field, 15 Credits.

    Specified Outcome 2:
  • Select the appropriate research method for the investigation, 30 Credits.
  • Apply the scientific method correctly in the research process, 30 Credits.
  • Apply research tools effectively and correctly in the research process, 30 Credits.

    Critical Outcomes:
    Critical Outcomes are generic outcomes that inform all teaching and learning. These Critical outcomes must be embedded within all learning or qualification programmes.

    They read as follows:
  • Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking have been made.
  • Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organization and community.
  • Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
  • Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
  • Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.
  • Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem-solving contexts do not exist in isolation.
  • Contributing to the full personal development of each learner and the social and economic development of the society at large, by making it the underlying intention of any programme of learning to make an individual aware of the importance of:
  • Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
  • Participating as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities.
  • Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts.
  • Exploring education and career opportunities.
  • Developing entrepreneurial opportunities. 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Integrated Assessment:
    The explicitness, validity and reliability of assessment practices are ensured via several methods; the appointment of internal and external moderators and supervisors in the specialised fields. Additionally, the appointment of the internal and external moderators and supervisors are ratified by Vaal University of Technology senate. At the Vaal University itself, all records are captured on an internal ITS system that ensures explicitness, validity and reliability of assessment practices. Should disputes arise they are settled immediately internally between the assessment centre and the student and recorded and amended for future assessment practices. 

    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Many efforts have been affected to ensure that the Master of Technology (MTECH) Fashion is on par with other Degrees offered at the same level within the same field.

    As with Master of Arts (MA) Fashion offered by Kingston University in London, the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) MTech qualification is an innovative Post graduate course during which students participate in interdisciplinary modules and projects. Students are challenged to expand their design thinking and methodology, to experiment and transform their medium and to work in dynamic teams to exchange and create ideas. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This programme focuses on research and expertise in the field of Fashion as set out in the rationale for this programme and fills the gap between the Bachelor of Technology: Fashion and a Doctorate or a Doctor of Philosophy: Fashion. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Recommendation of a moderating body or bodies (internal and external):
  • The supervisor must sign a declaration that the thesis is ready for examination. Attached to this declaration by the supervisor, must be a completed mark sheet with a proposed/expected mark plus additional comments on the thesis, just as an examiner would.
  • Assessment of full and partial Master of Technology dissertations shall be done by two examiners of which at least one must be external. The supervisor cannot be an Examiner.
  • All internal and external supervisors and moderators, in accordance with the institutional employment policy of the Vaal University of Technology, staff offering this programme will have a qualification of at least one level on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) higher than that of the programme concerned.
  • The policies and procedures for internal assessment; internal and external moderation are appropriate to the mode of delivery of the programme since at the Vaal University of Technology, the internal assessment of student learning achievements is conducted by the academic staff responsible for teaching the course/module of the programme.
  • Furthermore, internal and external supervisors and moderators for the programme are specialists in their field and as such are qualified to supervise and moderate the relevant aspects of the programme.
  • Assessors must ensure that marks for assessments are awarded according to the marking guidelines/memorandum. Assessors shall complete and sign the required report on assessment results which shall be handed in at the assessment office. Procedure for settling of disputes and security of the assessment system will be as stated in the Institution's assessment regulations. 
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    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.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    1. Vaal University of Technology 


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