Master of Science in Sport Science
Purpose: - The (first) purpose of this qualification is to provide graduate students with an opportunity to refine their research skills in their particular field of specialisation within Human Movement Science.
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Qualification type
Master's Degree
Credits
180
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
Stellenbosch University
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation
Subfield
Nature Conservation
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
Purpose
- The (first) purpose of this qualification is to provide graduate students with an opportunity to refine their research skills in their particular field of specialisation within Human Movement Science.
- The (second) purpose of the qualification is to increase the skills and knowledge of students in their areas of specialisation.
Rationale
- To provide the South African Community with knowledgeable and competent leaders in the field of sport, physical education and recreation.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- Prior learning may be recognised for access.
Entry Requirements
- Honours Degree in Human Movement Science, Level 8.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
Generic/Critical Cross Field Outcomes.
Qualifiers will
- Make effective decisions based on critical thinking and problem solving.
- Manage themselves effectively.
- Collect, analyse and interpret research data effectively.
- Communicate research findings effectively.
- Use scientific knowledge and competence attained to enhance the quality of life of the community.
General Outcomes.
The qualifiers will
- Reflect on and examine a variety of strategies to learn and gain more knowledge.
- Be aware of cultural diversity within different social contexts.
- Develop a professional path and entrepreneurial skills.
Specific Outcomes.
- Qualifiers in the Degree of Master of Human Movement Science must present a thesis in their field of specialisation.
Associated assessment criteria
Qualifiers will present a thesis in a field of specialisation such as sport and exercise physiology, sport psychology, sport sociology, motor learning, sport history, kinanthropometry, physical education, recreation, sport management, adapted sport and physical education and dance, in which:
- Current international standards for research and scholarship in the principal area of inquiry on Master`s Degree level is satisfied.
- The research strategy is fully specified and the research findings are appropriately presented and evaluated.
- The central argument and its relations with current and earlier academic theory are clearly set out.
- Appropriate primary and secondary sources to acquire information are used.
- Intellectual independence and analytical skills in developing systematic arguments are demonstrated.
- The weight of various kinds of evidence for claims and theories in the field of Human Movement Science are assessed.
- Conclusions are justified by means of appropriate argument or evidence.
- Appropriate solutions to Human Movement Science problems are arrived at by drawing on relevant evidence and theory.
- The researcher demonstrates the ability to participate in, and contribute to, debate in a relevant area of Human Movement Science.
Integrated Assessment
- Qualifiers have to successfully complete and defend a thesis on research in their area of specialisation. This thesis integrates the assessment of learning and experience related to the generic and specific outcomes of the programme.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Vertical Articulation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Human Movement Science.
Providers currently listed
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