Doctor of Science: Food Science
The (first) purpose of the qualification is to acknowledge the contributions made by suitable candidates, who by way of submission of published work of the highest standard and subjected to critical peer evaluation, have shown their excellence over a sustained period of time in a particular field of food and beverage science.
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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
Stellenbosch University
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation
Subfield
Secondary Agriculture
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
The (first) purpose of the qualification is to acknowledge the contributions made by suitable candidates, who by way of submission of published work of the highest standard and subjected to critical peer evaluation, have shown their excellence over a sustained period of time in a particular field of food and beverage science.
The (second) purpose of the qualification is to reward such candidates who have contributed substantially to knowledge in a particular field of food and beverage science.
Entry requirements and RPL
MSc in Food Science, MSc Agric or equivalent.
Other qualifications
PhD(Food Science) or equivalent qualification approved by the Senate for this purpose.
Specific additional requirements
Candidates in possession of the PhD (Food Science) or equivalent degree for at least five years or when in possession of a MSc in Food Science or equivalent degree for a period of at least seven years.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
The DSc (Food Science) graduate will have the following outcomes
a) Expert and advanced knowledge of the chosen field of study as indicated by a sustained series of scientific work and publications of the highest quality and which show that the candidate has contributed substantially to a particular field of Food and Beverage Science.
b) Shown to be an internationally recognised expert in his particular field of Food and Beverage Science as shown by his/her ability to do independent research withstanding international intellectual scrutiny.
c) Have contributed to original knowledge in the field of study.
d) Synthesised and evaluated information autonomously.
e) Made sound evaluations on the basis of independently generated criteria.
f) Communicate fully and professionally with other colleagues working in the field.
The DSc (Food Science) graduate will demonstrate
a) Intellectual independence
b) Mature and sound judgement, accountable and reliable assessment of the views of others.
c) Transcendence of personal prejudice and/or parochial views.
d) High levels of self-reflexivity and adaptability.
e) An enquiring mind and an innovative spirit.
f) Adherence to professional or self-defined ethics and academic integrity.
g) Dedication to the ideals of scholarship.
Associated assessment criteria
Critical assessment of the candidate's published work submitted for purposes of the degree DSc Food Science.
Integrated assessment
Candidates must submit examples of work published in scientific journals, magazines, pamphlets or books freely available to the public which has been subjected to refereed criticism by experts in the field of expertise.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
None
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
N/A
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