Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics
The general purpose of the Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics is to equip students with a deep theoretical body of knowledge in Applied Mathematics so as to enable Graduates to undertake professional work or progress on to further learning at Masters level. Graduates will have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines of Applied Mathematics and related research principles and methods.
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Qualification type
Honours Degree
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
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Originator
Nelson Mandela University
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Mathematical Sciences
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The general purpose of the Bachelor of Science Honours in Applied Mathematics is to equip students with a deep theoretical body of knowledge in Applied Mathematics so as to enable Graduates to undertake professional work or progress on to further learning at Masters level. Graduates will have coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines of Applied Mathematics and related research principles and methods.
Rationale
To focus on increasing the levels of trained Personnel/Graduates in the field of Applied Mathematics in order to address the need in the job market as well as to increase the pool of available students for further research training.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
As per Institutional RPL Policy.
Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for this qualification is
- Bachelor of Science, Level 7 with Mathematics or Applied Mathematics as a major subject.
Replacement note
This qualification replaces
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of the compulsory and elective Modules at Level 8 totalling 126 Credits.
Compulsory Modules: 102 Credits
- Finite Element Methods (MAPM401) Level 8, 24 Credits.
- Continuum Mechanics (MAPM404) Level 8, 24 Credits.
- Biomathematics (MAPM419) Level 8, 24 Credits.
- Project (MAPM420) Level 8, 30 Credits.
Elective Modules: (Choose One): 24 Credits
- Numerical Linear Algebra (MAPM402) Level 8, 24 Credits.
- Graph Theory (MAPM403) Level 8 24 Credits.
- Capita Selecta (MAPM407) Level 8, 24 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Demonstrate a coherent and critical understanding of the theory, research methodologies and techniques relevant to applied mathematics.
- Rigorously critique and evaluate current research and participate in scholarly debates in an area of applied mathematics.
- Relate theory to practice and vice versa.
- Identify, analyse and deal with complex and/or real world problems and issues drawing systematically and creatively on the theory, research methods and literature.
- Apply advanced information retrieval and processing skills to identify, critically analyse, synthesise and independently evaluate quantitative and/or qualitative data and undertake a study of the literature and current research in applied mathematics.
- Produce a relevant research report under supervision which meets the standards of scholarly/professional writing.
- Be able to present and communicate the results of the research to general audience.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria For Exit Level Outcomes.
The following Associated Assessment Criteria will be applied in an integrated manner across Exit level Outcomes
- Demonstrate a coherent and critical understanding of the theory, research methodologies and techniques relevant to applied mathematics.
- Be capable of providing rigorous criticism and evaluate current research practices.
- Be able to participate in scholarly debates in an area of applied mathematics.
- Relate theory to practice.
Integrated Assessment
Assessment methods for each module are through traditional methods such as assignments, tests and examinations. In the case of the project only the final report is assessed. The assessment is conducted after completion and submission of the report. As with the other modules, independent external moderation follows the same assessment format as the internal examination.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
The qualification provides for both horizontal and vertical articulation option
Horizontal Articulation
- Bachelor of Science, Financial Mathematics, Level 8.
Vertical Articulation
- Masters of Science in Financial Mathematics, Level 9.
International comparability
This programme is comparable to similar qualifications offered at other institutions, nationally and internationally.
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