Doctor of Philosophy in Anatomical Pathology
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
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 Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Curative Health
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2024-06-30
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
Purpose
To provide qualifiers with
- The ability to employ different research techniques and to execute an original research project, independently.
- The ability to critically examine the reliability and validity of research outcomes.
- The ability to write a thesis on a research project.
An attitude of lifelong learning ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field.
Rationale
Entry requirements and 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 in Anatomical Pathology, NQF Level 9.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
Learning outcome
- Obtain sound knowledge of field by studying and applying relevant in-depth scientific information.
- Apply basic and advanced research techniques.
- Plan and execute an original research project independently, analyse data and apply basic statistics.
- Write a research report in the format to be submitted to a peer review journal.
- Write a research report in the format to be submitted as a thesis.
Associated assessment criteria
- Demonstrate appropriate theoretical knowledge.
- Performs research independently.
- Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written persuasion.
- Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.
- Completion of thesis according to scientific norms.
Integrated assessment
Portfolios.
Work-place assessments.
Oral examinations.
Other
Portfolios
Seminars based on current research are presented.
Papers and posters are presented at local and international conferences.
Results are published in refereed scientific journals.
A thesis is completed and evaluated by external assessors and moderators.
Assessments
Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis
Formative assessment
Leaners work under supervision of specialists.
Summative assessment
Assessor(s) and moderator(s) assess the portfolio of work that has been completed.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal articulation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Pathology, Level 10.
International comparability
This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
N/A
Providers currently listed
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