Master of Radiography in Nuclear Medicine
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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 Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Curative Health
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
These dates are carried directly from the qualification record.
Registration start
2024-06-30
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
The qualification is research based. Learners will have well developed skills to initiate research and be able to write a research protocol in Radiography. Learners will successfully complete a dissertation on the relevant research and will maintain lifelong learning ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field.
Rationale
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Bachelor of Radiography Honours in Nuclear Medicine, Level 8.
Or
- Postgraduate Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography, Level 8.
Or
- Bachelor of Radiography in Nuclear Medicine, Level 8.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- Perform a literature study in the field of interest.
- Initiate and write a research proposal.
- Perform and manage relevant research.
- Complete the research project.
Associated assessment criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 1
- Literature study is relevant to the research topic and the information is appropriately analysed and synthesised.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 2
- The research proposal is relevant and applicable.
- The research field is sufficiently understood.
- The proposed research involves the application of appropriate theory and practice.
- The proposal is feasible.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 3
- Data are accurately recorded.
- The research process is successfully managed.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes 4
- Learning facilitated through oral and poster presentations and/or in house seminars.
- Completion of a dissertation according to scientific norms.
Integrated Assessment
Portfolios.
Oral examinations.
Other
Portfolio
- Papers and/or posters are presented at local and international conferences.
- Results are published in refereed scientific journals.
- A dissertation is completed and evaluated by external assessors or moderators.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows for both horizontal and vertical articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
- Master of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine, Level 9
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine, Level 10.
International comparability
This qualification compares with the international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
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Providers currently listed
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