Doctor of Philosophy in the Built Environment
A significant contribution to knowledge in a specialised area of technology together with a high level of overall knowledge in that specialised area, from fundamental concepts to advanced theoretical and applied knowledge.
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Qualification type
Doctoral Degree
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Durban University of Technology
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 12 - Physical Planning and Construction
Subfield
Civil Engineering Construction
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2021-07-01
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
A significant contribution to knowledge in a specialised area of technology together with a high level of overall knowledge in that specialised area, from fundamental concepts to advanced theoretical and applied knowledge.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be granted through RPL to learners who do not meet the minimum entry requirements in accordance with the RPL policy.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Master of Technology (M Tech) in Surveying.
Or
- A relevant Level 9 qualification.
Replacement note
This qualification replaces
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
Research and thesis.
Exit level outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the field/area of investigation.
Specified Outcome
- Demonstrate knowledge of the scope of relevant knowledge in the selected field/area of research.
- Demonstrate understanding of the chosen field.
- Select the appropriate research method for the investigation.
2.1. Apply the scientific method correctly in the research process.
2.2. Apply research tools effectively and correctly in the research process.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- The listed and cited literature of the literature survey and the exposition of the research reflect familiarity with relevant and recent trends in technologies, techniques, models and theories in the chosen fields.
- 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.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2
- The use of literature surveys/experimentation/correlation/casual analysis is justified fully and correctly in oral presentation and the written record of research.
- The research problem is clearly identified, defined and detailed in the research proposal.
- The stated hypothesis directs the investigation.
- Logical interpretation of data reflects clear understanding of the relationship between facts in the study and the ability to evaluate contradictory information.
- Information sources are used correctly and appropriately and include a range of media.
- Information technology skills are applied effectively in information searches, data-analyses, data presentation and the production of the dissertation.
- The appropriate mathematical and statistical methods are applied correctly to quantitative and qualitative date.
- The inferences, interpretations and conclusions from measurements and statistical analyses are valid.
- Language and numeracy skills are applied effectively and correctly in communicating clearly the research problem, its investigation, outcome and recommendations.
Integrated Assessment
Research thesis.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Post-doctoral studies.
International comparability
The qualification is in line with the format used for Doctorates internationally.
Providers currently listed
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