Doctor of Medical Clinical Sciences

Persons achieving this qualification will be competent scientific researchers who can work independently in creating and applying knowledge and skills to make an original contribution to the global knowledge and/or technology in the particular field chosen for the study.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience.

In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Master of Medicine, NQF Level 9.

• Thesis, 360 Credits.

1. Identify and solve problems and think critically and creatively in designing, executing and reporting on a specialised area of Clinical Technology.
2. Collect, organise, analyse and evaluate information, and synthesis of a logical, valid original contribution to the global knowledge and technology.
3. Work effectively with others in a particular field at a high academic level.
4. Manage one's own time to achieve the study and exposition of the thesis.
5. Communicate in scientific terms, in internationally accepted style, both orally and in written form.
6. Contribute to original knowledge and technology in the chosen field of study using science and technology.

The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes

• Demonstrate mastery of relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field through the survey and exposition of the listed and cited literature of the literature.
• Correctly analyse, explain, and juxtapose models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field in oral presentations and the written record of research.
• Identify, detail and define the research problem in the research proposal.
• Select and apply appropriate techniques and methods.
• Compile a research budget that is accurate, honest and responsible.
• Conduct experimental research responsibly and ethically.
• Apply the appropriate mathematical and statistical methods to analyse qualitative data and quantitative data where appropriate.
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and evaluate contradictory information.
• Draw valid inferences, interpretation and conclusions from measurements and analyses.
• Correctly and appropriately use information sources.
• Effectively apply Information technology skills in the production of the thesis.
• Effectively and correctly apply language and numeracy skills in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, the outcome, and the recommendations.
• Contribute and publish new knowledge, or technology, or solution to a problem is contributed and published in appropriate journals.
• Present findings at an appropriate conference.

Integrated Assessment

Formative Assessment

• Oral presentations.
• Research proposals.
• Written progress reports.

Summative Assessment

• Research thesis.
• May also include:

> Publications in journals, and conference presentations.