Bachelor of Science Honours in Informatics
Communication Studies and Language - Information Studies
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Overview
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Purpose: The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualified scientists who can identify, evaluate, and address problems associated with the biological and/or earth sciences in a South African international context at high levels. Through the acquisition of appropriate competence and advanced research ability, graduates will be able to pursue professional and entrepreneurial opportunities in various sectors such as senior research roles, educators, industry positions, or establish their own enterprises in Biochemistry-related fields as entrepreneurs or advisors.
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Rationale: The qualification specializes in Informatics to equip learners for research-based post-graduate study. It aims to consolidate and deepen expertise in Informatics, developing research capacity in methodology and techniques within the field. The coursework degree includes at least 30 credits dedicated to a research project under supervision. It requires a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence, serving as an initial postgraduate specialization qualification in science to provide learners with comprehensive scientific knowledge and skills for further research-based study.
This markdown provides a structured overview of the qualification, outlining its purpose and rationale clearly for better understanding.
Outcomes
- Identify, interpret, analyse and address complex problems, using both routine and advanced skills, conceptual and/or evidence-based enquiry and theory-driven arguments.
- Work effectively with others in a team by being answerable for their own work and the work of others.
- Identify, evaluate and address their own professional and on-going learning needs.
- Demonstrate efficient and effective information retrieval and processing skills, using appropriate Information and Communications Technology(ICT).
- Demonstrate a comprehensive, systematic and critical knowledge and understanding of the principles, scope, theories and epistemologies of Informatics.
- Evaluate their own and other academic work and initiatives against informed criteria.
- Present and communicate ideas and texts, offering professional insights, interpretations and solutions to problems and issues appropriate to Informatics.
- Use science and technology in complex and challenging contexts and make autonomous ethical decisions on complex professional issues in accordance with recognized professional and/or ethical standards.
- Critique current research and advanced scholarship in Biochemistry and make sound theoretical judgements based on evidence.
- Identify, select and apply a range of research methodologies and methods/techniques to research problem/s in Informatics.
- Identify, analyse, synthesise and undertake independent evaluation of quantitative and/or qualitative data, and to engage with and evaluate current research and scholarly or professional literature in Informatics.
Assessment Criteria
Integrated Assessment Criteria:
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Thorough Knowledge of the Field of Enquiry:
- Display a mastery of subject material through guided study.
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Formulate an Appropriate Hypothesis:
- Present a suitable draft project proposal on a topic.
- Motivate the reasoning behind the proposal satisfactorily.
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Plan and Carry Out an Appropriate Experimental Program:
- Work under supervision on a project successfully.
- Perform the actions required to complete the collection of information.
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Analyse Results Obtained Correctly:
- Demonstrate a mastery of the use of technical and professional language and terminology.
- Demonstrate an awareness and recognition of the need for careful and correct statistical techniques.
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Cooperate with Fellow Learners:
- Contribute meaningfully to group efforts to work on a problem.
- Accept a responsible part in a group effort.
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Write a Project or Progress Report in Draft Form:
- Present a draft project proposal in which all appropriate aspects are addressed.
- Be able to suggest possible changes in the proposal if needed.
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Use Appropriate Technology Correctly:
- Use appropriate technology correctly, safely, and responsibly under necessary supervision.
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Relate the Field of Study to Society:
- Demonstrate an awareness of where the chosen field of study impinges on society.
- Show understanding of how the field of study can be used for entrepreneurial activity.
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Continued Study and Up-to-Date Knowledge:
- Show awareness of the need for continued study to remain up to date.
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Valid Conclusions and Further Studies:
- Demonstrate the ability to make valid conclusions from experimental data.
- Show awareness of where further studies may be done in the chosen field.
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Assessment Methods:
- Utilize varied assessment methods such as essays, computer-based assessments, theory tests, practicals, presentations, and problem-solving assessments.
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Alignment and Feedback:
- Ensure that assessment methods are varied, aligned with outcomes, and provide feedback for improvement.
By integrating these assessment criteria into the Exit Level Outcomes, learners will develop a comprehensive understanding of the field of Informatics and its societal implications, while also honing their research, analytical, and collaborative skills.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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