Master of Science in Applied Geology
Firstly, it provides opportunities for recent learners in the Natural Sciences without any of the specialisations as majors, but who have demonstrated potential for learner studies by completing their first qualification, to specialise in any of the above fields and by doing so, improve their chances of employment. Recent learners may enrol for BSc(Hons) or MSc qualifications.
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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 the Western Cape
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Physical Sciences
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
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
Firstly, it provides opportunities for recent learners in the Natural Sciences without any of the specialisations as majors, but who have demonstrated potential for learner studies by completing their first qualification, to specialise in any of the above fields and by doing so, improve their chances of employment. Recent learners may enrol for BSc(Hons) or MSc qualifications.
Secondly, it provides employed learners with the opportunity to use the qualification to enhance their career prospects by enrolling and completing the M.Sc qualification in any of the specialisations or the postgraduate diploma in any of the specialisations on a full- or part-time basis.
Thirdly, it provides experienced learners from the industry who do not have a formal university qualification but who have the potential and experience to complete graduate-level studies, with the flexibility to enrol for the B.Sc(Hons) qualification which could lead to an M.Sc qualification or the postgraduate diploma in any of the specialisations.
Entry requirements and RPL
The minimum entry requirement for the qualification is
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Geology, NQF Level.
Recognition of Prior Learning
In the case of learners without a Bachelor Honours qualification, additional information on the following aspects must be submitted on application:
- Curriculum vitae detailing all previous work experience and the period of employment.
- Referee reports from current and previous employers.
- Any other information as may be required.
Senate, upon the recommendation of the Departmental Chairperson, may prescribe additional modules or courses in Geology, Hydrogeology, Exploration Geochemistry and Petroleum Geology or other relevant subjects.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
Learners who have completed the MSc qualification in any of the specialisations should have specialist skills to design projects, conduct research and write scientific reports.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated assessment
All assessments are of an integrated nature, addressing and solving real-life problems, through continuous evaluation of mini-projects, tests, theory and practical examinations.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
- Master of Science in Geology, NQF Level 9.
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Geology, NQF Level 10.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
NOTES
N/A
Providers currently listed
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