Master of Science in Physics
The main purpose of the Masters programme in physics is to develop a higher-level research skill in physics and to prepare the learners for a career with specific skills. In addition to that this qualification aims.
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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 Venda
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
The main purpose of the Masters programme in physics is to develop a higher-level research skill in physics and to prepare the learners for a career with specific skills. In addition to that this qualification aims.
- To provide the qualifiers with advanced specialised knowledge in theoretical/experimental physics.
- To acquire skills to carry out experiments with advanced and sensitive instruments.
- To have an advanced talent to analyse and interpret scientific data and use them for the development of the society.
- To gain confidence to handle equipment in specialised laboratories.
- To provide the society and industry with a number of qualifiers with advanced skills in physics.
- To lay a good foundation to become future academics in higher institutions.
- To create awareness among the learners that research in physics is the source of technological developments in medicine, engineering, electronics, transport, defence and many other areas, which over the centuries have vastly improved the quality of life.
Entry requirements and RPL
Matriculation exemption certificate or equivalent
Bachelor of Science (Physics) or its equivalent
Honours in Physics
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
The qualifiers will
- Have the ability to formulate and solve problems in physics.
- Be able to design and carryout experiments.
- Be able to collect and analyse scientific data.
- Be able to carryout independent research.
- Have the capacity to work as a team.
- Be able to engage in intellectual growth and gainful economical activities.
- Be able to pursue future studies in specialised fields in physics.
- Be able to fit in any institution/organisation where in research activities in theoretical and experimental research one carried out.
Specify critical cross-field outcomes
The qualifier will
- Able to appreciate and use proper technology.
- Able to solve problems individually and as part of a team.
- Able to work effectively and responsibly within a team.
- Able to approach problems in a scientific way.
- Able to pursue the learning process independently.
- Able to develop communication skill.
Associated assessment criteria
Qualification is awarded on successful completion of all the modules in level 7b. Written examination, oral examination and assessment of project reports form an integral part of assessment for the award of qualification.
Integrated assessment incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the degree is achieved
- Written examinations
- Oral examinations
Project report
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification serves as an entry point to the related qualification(s)
Ph.D. (Physics)
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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