Master of Philosophy in Pulmonology
Purpose:
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
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Originator
University of Cape Town
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Curative Health
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
Purpose
- To provide qualifiers with the necessary knowledge, specific skills and applied competence such that they will meet the requirements for subspecialisation in pulmonology 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 Pulmonology. Further to provide qualifiers with the necessary foundation to conduct and present an independent research project.
- To provide South Africa with sufficient numbers of well-trained and competent pulmonologists 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 pulmonology registered as such by the Health Professions Council of South Africa.
Entry requirements and RPL
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 an Health Professions Council South Africa (HPCSA) approved training number.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of compulsory modules at level 9.
Modules
- Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Pulmonology Part 1 (MDN7015W), 120 Credits.
- MPhil in Pulmonology Part 2 (MDN7037W), 60 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
- Use science and technology appropriately.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Work as a team member.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the individual and community.
- Organise and manage one's activities responsibly and effectively.
- Collect, analyse and critically evaluate information.
- Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
- Use science and technology appropriately.
- Assess and diagnose pulmonological problems.
- Manage respiratory problems.
- Demonstrate knowledge regarding physiology and pathogenesis of adult respiratory disease.
- Demonstrate knowledge of investigations relevant to adult respiratory diseases.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the management of adult respiratory diseases.
- Assess, diagnose, investigate and manage respiratory problems.
- Conduct and present independent research.
- Identify and solve problems using critical and creative thinking.
- Use science and technology appropriately.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated Assessment
(This is assessed by the College of Medicine Certificate in Pulmonology Examination).
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows possibilities for vertical articulation.
Vertically with
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
International comparability
Similar to qualifications offered in the United States of America (USA), United Kingdom (UK) and Australia.
Providers currently listed
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