Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry
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 study.
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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
Nelson Mandela University
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Physical Sciences
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
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
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 study.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access can be gained through RPL by learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements.
Entry Requirements
- Master of Applied Science in Chemistry, Level 9.
- Master of Philosophy in Chemistry, Level 9.
- Master of Science in Chemistry, Level 9.
- Master of Technology (M. Tech)in Chemistry, Level 9.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
Research.
Exit level outcomes
- Contribute to original global knowledge in the particular field/area chosen by applying research methods, theories and techniques appropriately and correctly and produce a thesis which, meets international standards.
Associated assessment criteria
1.1. The listed and cited literature of the literature survey and the exposition of the research reflects mastery of relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen field.
- Models, principles, theories, techniques and methodologies in the chosen field are analysed, explained, and juxtaposed correctly in oral presentations and the written record of research.
1.2. The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal.
- Appropriate techniques and methods are selected and applied.
- The budget for the research is accurate, honest and responsible.
- The experimental research is responsibly and ethically conducted.
1.3. The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to analyse qualitative data and quantitative data where appropriate.
- Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.
- The inferences, interpretation and conclusions from measurements and analyses are valid.
1.4. Information sources are used correctly and appropriately.
- Information technology skills are applied effectively in the production of the thesis.
- Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in clearly communicating the research problem, its investigation, the outcome, and the recommendations.
- New knowledge, or technology, or solution to a problem is contributed and published in appropriate journals.
- Findings are presented 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.
- Conference presentations.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Postdoctoral Studies.
Providers currently listed
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