Master of Philosophy in Medical Gastroenterology

Purpose

To provide qualifiers with the necessary knowledge, specific skills and applied competence such that they will meet the requirements for subspecialisation in medical gastroenterology of the College of Medicine of South Africa. This includes a minimum period of supervised experiential learning and success in the College of Medicine examination for the Certificate in Medical Gastroenterology. Further to provide qualifiers with the necessary foundation to conduct and present an independent research project. 2. To provide South Africa with sufficient numbers of well-trained and competent medical gastroenterologists to serve the community and a smaller number who have begun to contribute to scholarly activity in the field.

Rationale

This qualification forms part of the credentialing process for registration as sub-specialists in medical gastroenterology registered as such by the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Entry Requirements

A candidate shall not be admitted to the programme, unless he/she (a) submits proof that he/she, prior to commencing with education and training in the relevant subspecialty, has complied with all the requirements for registration as a specialist in the primary or one of the primary specialities listed against the relevant subspecialty; (b) has been registered as a specialist in that field; and (c) has been appointed against Health Professions Council South Africa-approved training number.

This qualification consists of compulsory modules at Level 9 totalling 180 Credits.

Compulsory Modules

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Medical Gastroenterology Part 1(MDN7022W) Level 9, 120 Credits.
• MPhil in Medical Gastroenterology Minor Dissertation (MDN7042W) Level 9, 60 Credits.

Graduates will be able to

1. Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
2. Use science and technology appropriately.
3. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Work as a team member.
4. Demonstrate sensitivity to the individual and community. Be able to organise and manage one's activities responsibly and effectively.
5. Collect, analyse and critically evaluate information.
6. Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
7. Use science and technology appropriately.
8. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Be able to work as a team member.
9. Demonstrate sensitivity to the individual and community.
10. Organise and manage one's activities responsibly and effectively.
11. Demonstrate ability to assess and diagnose medical gastroenterology problems Demonstrate ability to manage medical gastroenterology problems.
12. Demonstrate knowledge regarding physiology and pathogenesis of medical gastroenterological disease.
13. Demonstrate knowledge of investigations relevant to adult medical gastroenterological diseases.
14. Demonstrate knowledge of the management of adult diseases.
15. Assess, diagnose, investigate and manage medical gastroenterology problems.
16. Conduct and present independent research.

Assessment criteria for Exit Level Outcome

• Demonstrate required knowledge and procedural skills as per the curriculum

of the relevant College of Medicine.

• Demonstrate required knowledge and procedural skills as per the curriculum

of the relevant College of Medicine.

- In the case of candidates who opt also to complete a dissertation

• Demonstrate advanced scholarship or research in the sub speciality field.

Integrated Assessment

The examination consists of two parts. The examination in Part I consists of

one or more written paper(s) and/or such practical and/or oral examinations as the examiners may require. The examination in Part 2 (for those candidates who wish to obtain the Degree) consists of a dissertation.