Bachelor of Science Honours in Microbiology
Demonstrate knowledge and skills to identify, assess and use natural science principles for personal practical experience in a range of career opportunities in science
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Qualification type
Honours Degree
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Zululand
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Mathematical Sciences
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
N
Important dates
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Registration start
2024-07-01
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
Demonstrate knowledge and skills to identify, assess and use natural science principles for personal practical experience in a range of career opportunities in science
Provide South Africa with qualifiers equipped to meet the research and development challenges of globalisation with a focus on Microbiology and who are able to develop a holistic approach to the identification and strategic solution of real-life problems
Provide South Africa with qualified manpower able to take on lucrative position focussing on Microbiology both in public and private institutions in order to enhance economic and scholarly activities
Entry requirements and RPL
BSc in Microbiology or equivalent approved by senate on recommendation of faculty board.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
1 Develop ability to do dependent research in Microbiology and related fields
2 Manage data and information through sampling, analysis and interpretation using reliable techniques
3 Communicate research findings efficiently through various means of communication including oral presentation and written reports (i.e. dissertation, journal article, report and poster)
4 Develop abilities to identify and solve problems through critical and creative thinking
5 Apply the knowledge gained through personal research in addressing real-life issues
Associated assessment criteria
1 The various laboratory techniques used are articulated and explained
2 The principles of microbiology are discussed with confidence drawing upon an advanced knowledge base.
3 A number of scientific and technical reports are produced by applying knowledge and understanding of microbiology
4 Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are demonstrated during active participation in debates on issues related to natural science and microbiology
Integrated assessment
- Progress is continuously monitored. One three hour paper is written in each of four theory questions papers.
- A research project of limited extent must be successfully completed and presented as a project report.
- Each candidate is subjected to a final oral examination.
- All the academic staff in the Department in conjunction with the external moderators constitute an examination committee which will allocate the final mark after the oral examination in the presence of the examination committee.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
The qualification will provide entrance to enrol for the MSc degree at the University of Zululand as well as other institutions of tertiary education.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
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