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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Science in Veterinary Science 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
4967  Master of Science in Veterinary Science 
ORIGINATOR
University of Pretoria 
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 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Promotive Health and Developmental Services 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  180  Level 8 and above  NQF Level 09  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered  EXCO 0328/24  2024-11-21  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 does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification. 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The M Sc degree in Veterinary Science is a research degree. Graduates will have well-developed skills to initiate research and be capable of writing a research protocol in the field of Veterinary Science. The qualification aims for a candidate to be able to generate or obtain grants and to do research under supervision. Graduates will successfully complete a dissertation on the relevant research and should maintain lifelong learning skills ensuring continuing self-development and development in the field of interest. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Matriculation certificate
First degree: B V Sc, B V M CH, B Sc, B Sc (Agric)
Honours degree: B Sc (Hons), B Sc Agric (Hons)
Other:
Candidates who have been admitted to study for the MSc degree by virtue of the B V Sc (Hons), B V Sc or B V S CH degree must successfully complete or have completed an acceptable course in Research Methodology. Supplementary prescribed work and attendance of certain courses, with a pass mark in a test or examination in these courses may be required of all candidates who apply for admission. A student may also be required to pass a proficiency test in English, at an acceptable level. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
N 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
M Sc in Veterinary Science

Learning outcomes:
1. Know, understand and apply relevant in-depth scientific knowledge by studying appropriate and applicable ancillary subjects or modules
2. Perform a literature study in the field of interest
3. Initiate and write a research proposal
4. Demonstrate the ability to generate funds
5. Perform and manage relevant research
6. Develop practical laboratory skills
7. Complete the research project

Critical cross-field outcomes:
  • Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using both critical and creative thinking, have been made
  • Collecting, organising, analysing and critically evaluating information
  • Work effectively with other researchers
  • Communicate effectively using visual and/or language skills in oral and/or written presentations 
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    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    One
    Demonstrate relevant in-depth knowledge of ancillary subjects

    Two
    Literature study is relevant to the research topic and the information is appropriately analysed and synthesised

    Three
    1. The research proposal is relevant and applicable
    2. The research field is adequately understood
    3. The proposed research involves the application of appropriate theory and practice
    4. The proposal is feasible

    Four
    The successful submission of a grant request to funding agencies

    Five
    1. Observations made are consistently and accurately recorded
    2. Evaluation of performance and suggestions proffered forward for improvement
    3. The research process is successfully managed

    Six
    Latest techniques and technology are assimilated into appropriate practice

    Seven
    1. Learning facilitated through oral and poster presentations and/or in-house seminars
    2. Research results published in an accredited journal
    3. Completion of a dissertation according to scientific norms.

    Integrated assessment:
    Portfolios
    Work-place assessments
    Written examinations
    Oral examinations
    Other:
    Portfolio:
  • Oral presentations and or posters are presented at local and international conferences.
  • Ancillary subjects are evaluated by means of tests and examinations, under the supervision of external assessors or moderators.
  • Research results are published in refereed scientific journals
  • A dissertation is completed and evaluated by external assessors or moderators

    Formative Assessment:
  • Candidates give feed-back to supervisors on research results and present seminars or literature reviews in their applied research field. Feedback is given to the candidate on a continual basis
  • The progress of a candidate is monitored by a guidance committee allocated to the student by the Postgraduate Curriculum committee of the Faculty of Veterinary Science.

    Summative Assessment:
  • Portfolio work has been completed and assessed
    Written and oral examinations at the end of the study 
    		•

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Related qualifications:
    Related M Sc degrees at the discretion of the study-leader

    Related M Sc degrees at the discretion of the study-leader provides credits for the related qualification

    Other articulation possibilities, either generic or specific arrangements:
    Ph D 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    One or more internal assessors from the Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Pretoria
    One or more external assessors from other tertiary or research institutions in the appropriate field of study 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Qualifications required:
    Assessors, national or international, must have at least an equal (M Sc) or higher (Ph D) degree.

    Career experience required:
    Published extensively in pertinent research field and recognised as authorities in the field of interest. 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 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. University of Pretoria 


    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.