Bachelor of Science Honours in Mathematics
Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences - Mathematical Sciences
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification:
Postgraduate Specialisation in Mathematics
Purpose:
The purpose of the qualification is to consolidate and deepen the student's expertise in Mathematics, while developing research capacity in the methodology and techniques of the discipline. This will be achieved through conducting and reporting on a research topic under supervision, tailored specifically to Mathematics.
Rationale:
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South Africa needs to grow the number of Postgraduates in Mathematics to expand the local leadership in innovative economic and scholarly activities.
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The qualification will provide practical training essential for professional scientists working in various environments.
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It will equip learners with the necessary tools to pursue a path towards becoming professional academic practitioners in their disciplines, as many South African Universities require a Bachelor of Science (BSc) Honours level qualification for further Postgraduate education.
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The qualification will focus on academic training, including understanding scientific literature, and furthering literacy, numeracy, and computer literacy skills introduced at the BSc level.
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Mathematics is a vast field with applications in numerous branches of human activity such as science, engineering, medicine, and commerce, making it a crucial area of study for future professionals.
Outcomes
- Possess advanced academic skills to identify information needs and retrieve information### critically analyse and synthesise quantitative and/or qualitative data### an ability to engage with journal articles, scholarly reviews and primary sources.
- Communicate information through presentation skills, using the full resources of an academic/professional discourse appropriately.
- Apply logical, critical and creative thinking and solutions in order to be able to deal effectively with a range of concrete and abstract problems.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the ethical and social responsibility and implications of apply knowledge to particular contexts.
- Demonstrate understanding of the social and ethical implications of applying knowledge to particular contexts and the development of lifelong learning attributes.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes:
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Engage with multiple sources of knowledge in the area of specialization:
- Understand and apply key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules, and theories related to Mathematics.
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Manage a project in the context of Mathematics:
- Present solutions to problems effectively.
- Work efficiently in a team environment.
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Access an adequate range of relevant sources:
- Grasp relevant problems in Mathematics.
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Identify and understand prescribed organizational and professional ethical codes of conduct.
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Select and apply appropriate, basic research methodologies:
- Access knowledge in Mathematics effectively.
Integrated Assessment:
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Continuous Assessment System:
- Consists of multiple assessment events throughout the year.
- Utilizes a variety of assessment instruments such as tests, essays, practical reports, project reports, and oral presentations.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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