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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Applied Sciences 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
102024  Master of Applied Sciences 
ORIGINATOR
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Master's Degree  Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Life Sciences 
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
Reregistered  EXCO 0436/25  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2031-06-30  

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 replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
96891  Master of Science in Life Science  Not Applicable  NQF Level 09  120  Complete 
96893  Master of Science in Physical Science  Not Applicable  NQF Level 09  180  Complete 
96913  Master of Science in Applied Mathematics  Not Applicable  NQF Level 09  120  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Persons achieving this qualification will be able to conduct scientific research under minimal guidance in a chosen field, and to contribute to knowledge production in that field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcomes are reported in a dissertation which complies with the generally accepted norms for research at Level 9. A graduate with two years of experience in a relevant field may apply to the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions for registration as a Professional Natural Scientist. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Learners who do not met the minimum entry requirements may be granted admission on the basis of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) in accordance with the policy of the institution.

Entry requirements:
An Honours Degree in Applied Sciences, Level 8.
Or
Bachelor of Technology, Level 7.
Or
A relevant Level 8 qualification. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
Y 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of investigation.
2. Apply research methods and techniques appropriately and correctly. 

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
1.1.1 The listed and cited literature of the literature survey and the exposition of the research reflects familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.
1.2.1 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.

2.1.1 The research problem is clearly identified, defined, and detailed in the research proposal.
2.1.2 Appropriate techniques and methods are selected.
2.1.3 Experimental research is responsibly and ethically conducted.

2.2.1 The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to qualitative and quantitative data.
2.2.2 Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.
2.2.3 The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and analyses are valid.

2.3.1 Information sources are used correctly and appropriately.
2.3.2 Information technology skills are applied effectively in production of the dissertation.
2.3.3 Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, the outcome, and the recommendations.

Integrated Assessment:

Formative Assessment:
  • Oral presentations.
  • Research proposal.
  • Written progress reports.

    Summative Assessment:
  • Research dissertation.
  • Oral and visual presentations. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Horizontal Articulation is possible with cognate Master's Degrees, Level 9.

    Vertical Articulation is possible to Doctorate Degrees in a cognate area, Level 10. 

    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.
     
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    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.
     
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    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.