Master of Science in Computer Science
The purpose of this qualification is to train computer scientists who will be able to work in any sector of the South African economy. These computer scientists should also be able to work as researchers.
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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 Fort Hare
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences
Subfield
Information Technology and Computer 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
The purpose of this qualification is to train computer scientists who will be able to work in any sector of the South African economy. These computer scientists should also be able to work as researchers.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of prior learning
An Honours degree in Computer Science or any other indication of sufficient prior learning.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
Exit level outcomes
- Knowledge and experience of research methodology
- Knowledge and understanding of chosen modules
- Knowledge and understanding of the learners chosen field of research
- The ability to do a literature survey
Associated assessment criteria
Assessment Criteria
Assessment criteria will be based on testing the learners knowledge of the chosen fields of study and on his/her mini-dissertation.
Alternatively if the learner has opted to do the masters degree by dissertation only then it will be this dissertation that will be assessed.
Formative Assessment
- Examination of knowledge of material from modules
- Background knowledge evaluation
- Regular reporting
- Draft review
- Assessment of thesis
Summative Assessment
- Examination of thesis
- Oral defence of thesis
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Vertical articulation will be possible for those qualifiers who wish to proceed with a doctoral degree.
Notes
As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.
Providers currently listed
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