Master of Science in Chemistry
This qualification will develop a research capacity in the field of chemistry and will provide a much needed qualification for professional chemists with a capacity for independent research.
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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 Zululand
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
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
This qualification will develop a research capacity in the field of chemistry and will provide a much needed qualification for professional chemists with a capacity for independent research.
Entry requirements and RPL
An Honours degree in Chemistry
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
- A detailed research dissertation.
- Oral reporting on aspects of the research.
- Regular written reports on sub areas and sub problems of the research topic.
- Demonstrated competence in specific areas of the field under study including field and laboratory based practical exercises.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated assessment
- A detailed research dissertation
- Oral reporting on aspects of the research
- Regular written reports on sub areas and sub problems of the research topic
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
None
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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