Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Mathematics
1. To endow students with advanced mathematical concepts for applications and further studies.
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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 Venda
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
- To endow students with advanced mathematical concepts for applications and further studies.
- To provide strong basis for original and independent high-level research work in mathematics, applied mathematics and related fields.
- To enable students to undertake research in mathematics and applicable mathematics aimed at solving problems relevant to the needs of the community.
- To provide the necessary specialised mathematical skills for researching, formulating, resolving and articulating mathematical problems obtaining in real life situations.
- To provide solid chance for one to acquire mathematical skills and understanding necessary for independent original research work.
- To endow students with the ability to write and present mathematical research papers.
- To provide training for career mathematics and applied mathematicians needed in academia and research institutions.
Entry requirements and RPL
M.Sc. (Mathematics / Applied Mathematics) OR
Equivalent
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
The graduate should
- Have the ability to do research, resolve and articulate mathematical problems and application possibilities of mathematics.
- Have problem-solving skills for solving mathematical problems.
- Have insight and desire for advanced study in mathematical areas of research interest.
- Have ability to engage in active research in (abstract) mathematics and applicable Mathematics.
- Have ability to engage in intellectual and gainful economic activities.
- Have the capacity to provide leadership in mathematics teaching and research to students and peer mathematicians.
Specify critical cross-field outcomes
- Skills gained will be useful for resolving problems arising in mathematical sciences, physical, chemical and social sciences and other related subjects.
Associated assessment criteria
This will consist of seminars, oral, tests and examinations and thesis. Where limited remedial work is involved, written test and / or examinations will be assessed.
Integrated assessment incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the degree is achieved
- Written examinations
- Oral examinations
Written tests, seminars and examination of thesis.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification provides credits for the related qualification(s)
Ph.D (Mathematical Physics)
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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