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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Master of Science in Radiography 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
97014  Master of Science in Radiography 
ORIGINATOR
Cape Peninsula 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 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services  Curative Health 
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
2027-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 
This qualification is intended for persons who will make a contribution through independent research in a chosen field. The research problem, its justification, process and outcome is reported in a dissertation that complies with the generally accepted norms for research at that level. They will also demonstrate a high level of overall knowledge in that area, ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced theoretical or applied knowledge. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Prior learning may be recognised for access.

Entry Requirements:
A relevant National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 8 qualification. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
Y 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
The qualification will be awarded to a learner who has provided satisfactory evidence that the stated competencies of the qualification, as detailed in the specified outcomes, have been achieved, either through education and training in a single provider's learning programme, or through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes. 

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
One:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of research. (35).
1. Demonstrate knowledge in the selected field/area of research (15 Credits)
National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 8.
2. Demonstrate understanding of the chosen field (20 Credits) NQF Level 8.
Two:
A research project is successfully completed in Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology or Ultrasound (85).
1. Gather information on the research area (10 Credits) NQF Level 8.
2. Choose appropriate theory and methods for research (10 Credits) NQF Level 8.
3. Design, perform and manage the research (10 Credits) NQF Level 8.
4. Analyse and evaluate data (20 Credits) NQF Level 8.
5. Produce a research dissertation (35 Credits) NQF Level 8.

Critical outcomes embedded in the specified outcomes:
Identifying and solving problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative.
thinking have been made in the health care environment.
Collecting, organising, analysing and critically evaluating information relevant to health.
Working effectively with others in the health care team and education environment.
Reflecting on and exploring a variety of strategies to learn and conduct research more effectively.
Communicating effectively using visual, scientific and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion. 

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
One:
1. The listed and cited literature reflects familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.
2. Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained and used correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.

Two:
1. Appropriate and wide sources are located.
Information is analysed and choices are made.
Information is synthesised.
2. Appropriate theory and methods are chosen and described.
The choices of methods and theories are explained and justified.
3. The research process is successfully managed.
The research process is carried out mostly independently from the supervisor.
4. The appropriate data analysis is applied.
5. The dissertation is coherently written.
Learning by peers is facilitated through oral/poster presentations and/or institutional seminars and/or publications.
Learning by junior students is facilitated.

Integrated Assessment:
  • Research Dissertation.
  • Oral Presentation/Evaluation. 
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    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Vertical Articulation.
    Doctorate in Technology: Radiography. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    NOTES 
    While South Africa still had Technikons, all of their qualifications were registered under the Committee of Technikon Principals (CTP). After the Technikons became Universities of Technology or merged with Universities, the qualifications were registered under each of these institutions, and the CTP qualifications fell away (hence the end date of 2006, above). Where relevant, replacement information is shown in the table above. 

    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. Cape Peninsula University of Technology 


    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.