Master of Philosophy in Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies
Purpose: - To contribute and research into an emerging national framework within the land and agrarian reform sector.
Sources: SAQA official qualification record, SAQA registered qualifications record. Yiba Verified does not own the underlying qualification data shown on this page.
Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
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 the Western Cape
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies
Subfield
Rural and Agrarian Studies
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
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
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
Purpose
- To contribute and research into an emerging national framework within the land and agrarian reform sector.
- To meet the demand in the land and agrarian reform sectors in both South Africa and in the Southern African region for post-graduate training in sector-specific conceptual and policy analysis skills, and to service a range of career options within these sectors (e.g. planners, policy makers, fieldworkers).
Rationale
- To meet an identified demand in the land and agrarian reform sectors in both South Africa and in the Southern African region for Postgraduate training in sector-specific conceptual and policy analysis skills, and to service a range of career options within these sectors (e.g. planners, policy makers and fieldworkers).
Entry requirements and RPL
The learner must have a basic understanding of the sustainable livelihoods approach to integrated development, the role of agriculture in economic development, the main features of South Africa's agrarian structure, approaches and methods used in rural enterprise planning, and of the legal framework within which reform takes place. The learner student must be able to communicate effectively with peers and the wider community, through writing and oral presentations.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
In the Recognition of Prior Learning process students have to undergo a Portfolio Development Course to support the student's admission. The Professional Development Center (PDC) will focus on written submission explaining the reasons for the candidates' interest in Land and Agrarian Studies as an adjunct to their existing professional competencies and indicating the nature of a possible research project.
Entry Requirements
- Postgraduate Diploma in Land and Agrarian Studies, Level 8.
- An Honours Degree, Level 8 or a Bachelor's Degree Level 8 in a relevant discipline (e.g. Sociology, History, Economics, Political Science, Geographical and Environmental studies).
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
Learning components
- Advanced Research project in Land and Agrarian Studies, 160 Credits.
- Analytical and Research Methods, 20 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Conduct independent research on aspects of land and agrarian reform, either of a theoretical or an applied nature.
- Compile a thesis on research findings.
Associated assessment criteria
- A research project is designed.
- The research carried out using recognised research methods from a relevant discipline (e.g. sociology, legal studies, or environmental science).
- Research findings are reported in accepted academic formats.
Integrated Assessment
- Internal Supervision and guidance in terms of the research project.
- Assessment may consist of any of the research report (thesis).
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Vertical Articulation
Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy in Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies, Level 10.
Providers currently listed
This reflects provider names published on the official record. It is useful for qualification discovery, but it should not be treated as a substitute for checking the relevant quality body’s latest provider status.
Related Qualifications
Explore other relevant certificates and degrees in this field.
Purpose:
There are two routes which can be followed to achieve the Master of Philosophy:
Purpose:
The intended purpose of this Master of Accountancy is to provide the learners with a professional, vocational, and sound understanding of the general theoretical principles and their applications in the field of research accountancy. The qualification will be treated according to the policies and procedures of the institution regarding master's dissertations, monitoring, and assessment of learners' progress in the qualification, provision for learners disputes regarding assessment results and Recognition of Prior Learning. The qualification aims to enhance research capacity and increase access by providing an opportunity to articulate to master's degree. The qualification will accommodate learners with a postgraduate diploma and relevant honours/qualifications on NQF level 8, a minimum of 120 credits achieved at other institutions as well as vertical articulation from relevant master's degrees.
Purpose:
Use this qualification in your readiness workflow
Once the qualification identity is clear, your institution can structure the readiness work around the right title, NQF level, dates, and supporting records instead of rebuilding that story later.