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1.3.1 Master of Architecture [MArch]
Qualification Title Master of Architecture Qualification Abbreviation MArch
Minimum Period of Study 1 year full-time or two years part-time NQF Exit Level Level 8
SAQA Credits Total minimum 240
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner is competent to identify, evaluate and solve problems within the ambit of the research area, and is required to demonstrate a high level of responsibility and ethics both within the immediate context of the problem, and with regard to society as a whole.
Associated Assessment Criteria The learner is able:
Ŗ to evaluate existing research and perform individual research;
Ŗ to communicate results at an international academic level;
Ŗ to solve problems in a wide range of economic and social contexts;
Ŗ tocontributesignificantlytothedevelopmentofsocietythroughmasteryofthe
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner is required to operate effectively in an academic environment with peers and supervisors. Where appropriate to the research area, the learner is required to interact effectively with communities and other groups and individuals outside the academic arena.
Associated Assessment Criteria The learner demonstrates:
The importance of the exchange ideas and knowledge with peers and supervisors. The learner is able:
Ŗ to distinguish between different styles of communication in the quest for information, and can apply these appropriately and effectively;
Ŗ to apply academic ethics and responsibility to all aspects of study and research.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner is required to have extensive communication skills and the ability to produce material of an internationally acceptable standard.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The learner understands a wide range of strategies for communicating in the pursuit of data collection, and in the transmission of the results of research.
The learner demonstrates:
Ŗ exceptional command of communication in writing, orally, visually and using IT, and can apply these media appropriately in the presentation of research material;
Ŗ sensitivity to cultural diversity in using different modes of communicating, both in the collection of data and in presentation of the results of research.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner will have built on his/her existing knowledge of technology and is able to evaluate the application of technology in relation to wider local and global environmental concerns.
Associated Assessment Criteria The learner is able:
Ŗ to evaluate, apply and develop existing and new technological approaches where appropriate to the research area;
Ŗ to locate technological issues within the research area to wider economic and social systems critically and ethically.
The learner can respond sensitively to the choice of technology in varied cultural settings.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner will be able to locate his/her decision making and proposals within wider social, legal, economic, intellectual and environmental contexts.
Associated Assessment Criteria The learner demonstrates:
Ŗ critical awareness of his/her role as researcher in society;
Ŗ knowledge of the legal frameworks pertaining to the research area, and is able to relate them to wider legal and ethical contexts;
Ŗ an understanding of the implications of society’s expectations of research.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner will have developed a high level of self-management with a critical awareness of personal values.
Associated Assessment Criteria
In addressing the requirements of the programme, the qualifying learner shows time management, self-motivation, prioritisation and initiative at an advanced level.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner is required to have extensive skills and knowledge in the area of data collection, analysis, organisation and evaluation.
Associated Assessment Criteria The learner shows:
Ŗ a working knowledge of different research methods,
Ŗ understanding of the impact of research on subjects involved in it and society as a whole.
The learner is able to evaluate different methods of data manipulation within a range of scenarios, and understands the social and academic consequences of the choice of method.
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Exit Level Outcome
The learner is exposed to a range of sophisticated learning strategies, and is expected to make informed decisions on those employed.
The learner is required to act responsibly and professionally, with full regard to the needs and aspirations of the society within which s/he operates.
The learner has considerable cultural and aesthetic awareness, and is required to enhance and apply this within the area of specialisation.
The learner is exposed to career opportunities both within an entrepreneurial and academic context.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The learner is able to operate effectively in a professional and academic environment. The learner demonstrates:
Ŗ cultural and aesthetic awareness and sensitivity;
Ŗ a wide range of strategies in the pursuit of his/her studies.
The learner is aware of career opportunities open to him/her in both an academic and entrepreneurial context.
1.3.2 Master of Architecture (Professional) [MArch(Prof)]
Qualification Title Master of Architecture (Professional) Qualification Abbreviation MArch(Prof)
Minimum Period of Study 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time NQF Exit Level Level 8
SAQA Credits Total minimum 180 Exit Level Outcome 1
The qualifying learner demonstrates in depth knowledge appropriate to the discipline, and critical, analytical thinking to appreciate, research, interpret, refine and modify existing knowledge of architecture.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner:
Ŗ shows ability to analyse and interpret knowledge critically;
Ŗ shows the ability to analyse and evaluate research material;
Ŗ is able to engage in critical debate in the field of study;
Ŗ demonstrates competence in independent research. Exit Level Outcome 2
The qualifying learner demonstrate a knowledge of architectural research methods, skills in the practice of architectural research appropriate to a specific context and the ability to integrate architectural research and design.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ an understanding of architectural research methods and procedures;
Ŗ competence in a field of architectural research, both individually and as member of a team;
and shows an ability to
Ŗ select and motivate an appropriate piece of architectural research in relation to a design thesis.
Exit Level Outcome 3
The qualifying learner shows design competencies at a range of different scales, from the urban, to the level of architectural detailing.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner is able to:
Ŗ frame design questions critically;
Ŗ produce and demonstrate coherent and well resolved architectural designs that integrate knowledge of the social, political, economic and professional context that guides building construction;
Ŗ evaluate and appraise design briefs critically to ensure that the design response is appropriate to site and context and for reasons such as sustainability and budget;
and demonstrates competence in the areas of
Ŗ architectural design;
Ŗ technical design;
Ŗ urban design;
and demonstrates an appropriate philosophical approach which reveals an understanding of theory in a cultural context.
Exit Level Outcome 4
The qualifying learner is familiar with current technological knowledge and is able to integrate it with design solutions.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner is familiar with and able to integrate knowledge of
Ŗ current technological norms and practices;
Ŗ the principles and theories associated with visual, thermal and acoustic environments;
Ŗ sustainable design and the relationship between climate, built form, construction, life style, energy consumption and human well being;
and is able to
Ŗ research;
Ŗ select, and
Ŗ develop;
structural and constructional strategies for a complex building or group of buildings, employing integrative knowledge of
Ŗ structural theories;
Ŗ construction techniques and processes;
Ŗ the physical properties of buildings materials;
Ŗ the provision of building services and;
Ŗ the environmental impact of specification choices In a sustainable manner.
Exit Level Outcome 5
The qualifying learner is able to communicate appropriately and effectively. Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner demonstrates skill at communicating ideas and information to people from a wide range of backgrounds:
Ŗ orally;
Ŗ in writing;
Ŗ graphically. Exit Level Outcome 6
The learner is able to present material using innovative, effective and appropriate visual techniques in two and three dimensions, showing a high level of technical competence. Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner can:
Ŗ represent creative ideas, and
Ŗ produce technical drawings; both
Ŗ using computer technology innovatively and technically competently. Exit Level Outcome 7
The qualifying learner demonstrates self-directed, independent thought and practice. Associated Assessment Criteria
In order to perform adequately in addressing all facets of the programme the qualifying learner shows time management, prioritisation and initiative at a professional level. The qualifying learner is able to define, motivate and tackle problems with initiative and in an independent manner.
Exit Level Outcome 8
The qualifying learner has experience in group work with peers and is able to worked directly with outside parties in a professional manner.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner demonstrates professionalism in collaboration, group work and consultation with outside bodies.
Exit Level Outcome 9
The qualifying learner has developed a broad understanding of the wider social and natural systems which impact on architecture and has developed an appreciation for cultural and aesthetic diversity.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ an understanding of the influences on the contemporary built environment of individual buildings, the design of cities, past and present societies and wider global issues;
Ŗ an understanding of the histories and theories of architecture and urban design, the history of ideas, and the related disciplines of art, cultural studies and landscape studies and its application in critical debate;
Ŗ an understanding of the implications of decisions taken on wider systems and the ability to critically appraise and form judgements about the qualities of a design (spatial, aesthetic, technical and social) within the scope of a wider environment;
Ŗ the values required for participation in society as a respected and respectful citizen.
Exit Level Outcome 10
The qualifying learner reflects and acts upon a wide range of learning strategies, both existing and innovative.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner shows:
Ŗ the ability to engage in critical assessment of current teaching and learning practice;
Ŗ the ability to evaluate and improve personal work practices;
Exit Level Outcome 11
The qualifying learner has acquired the knowledge, values and practical skills to engage in professional architectural practice in the community in a responsible, ethical manner, and in accordance with legal and statutory requirements.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner demonstrates a working knowledge of:
Ŗ architectural practice;
Ŗ contract and environmental law;
Ŗ the roles and responsibilities of an architect in relation to building contracts;
Ŗ project management; The qualifying learner shows the ability to
Ŗ reflect upon and act in an ethical manner with communities, individuals and the environment;
Ŗ set up, organise and manage a simulated architectural practice;
Ŗ provide a competent professional service under simulated conditions. Exit Level Outcome 12
The qualifying learner will be equipped to develop entrepreneurial opportunities in a future career.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ initiative;
Ŗ independence of thought and action;
Ŗ communication and networking skills;
Ŗ an understanding of financial management and control in a professional situation.
1.3.3(a) Master of Science in Building [MSc(Building)]
Qualification Title Master of Science in Building Qualification Abbreviation MSc(Building)
Minimum Period of Study 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
NQF Exit Level Level 8
SAQA Credits Total minimum 240 Exit Level Outcome 1
The qualifying learner demonstrates ability to work independently and shows mastery in advanced study and research methods.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner completes a dissertation or research report that includes ability to:
Ŗ identify and formulate a research problem;
Ŗ perform a critical and relevant literature survey;
Ŗ execute and critically review research using an effective methodology;
Ŗ assess the significance of research findings;
Ŗ write the dissertation or research report in acceptable structure, style and language.
Exit Level Outcome 2
The qualifying learner is competent to apply specialist knowledge to construction management, project management, and to property development and management problems.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ both knowledge and application of that knowledge in a specialised field;
Ŗ competence as an construction manager, project manager or property developer which includes;
Ŗ demonstration of leadership in advanced problem-solving;
Ŗ ability to work with others in a team;
Ŗ showing initiative and ability to work independently with professional responsibility in a specialised field;
Ŗ effective communication in any medium;
Ŗ ability to engage in lifelong learning and to hold lifelong learning as a professional value.
Exit Level Outcome 3
The qualifying learner is competent to perform high order problem solving techniques. Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ the ability to select, apply, evaluate and/or develop the most appropriate specialised approach to the solution of problems;
Ŗ an understanding of the world as a set of related systems;
Ŗ application of diverse knowledge to development of appropriate solutions of problems, recognising wide-ranging factors including financial, environmental, health and technological aspects.
Exit Level Outcome 4
The qualifying learner will have built on his/her existing knowledge of planning, technology and management and is able to evaluate the application of planning, technology and management in relation to wider local and global environmental concerns and specifically in the fields of construction, finance, planning, technology and management.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates ability:
Ŗ to evaluate, apply and develop existing and new planning, technological and management approaches where appropriate to the research area; to relate planning, technological and management issues within the research area to wider economic and social systems critically and ethically;
Ŗ to select, apply, evaluate and/or develop the most appropriate specialised techniques to the solution of problems.
1.3.3(b) Master of Science in Building [MSc (Building)]
(HEQF Aligned)
#(Note: #Qualification subject to Ministerial approval)
Qualification Title Master of Science in Building Qualification Abbreviation MSc (Building)
Minimum Period of Study 1 year full-time NQF Exit Level Level 9
SAQA Credits Total minimum 180 Exit Level Outcomes 1
The qualifying learner demonstrates ability to work independently and shows mastery in advanced study and research methods.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner completes a dissertation for research report that includes ability to:
x Identify and formulate a research problem;
x Perform a critical and relevant literature survey;
x Execute and critically review research using an effective methodology;
x Assess the significance of research findings;
x Write the dissertation or research report in acceptable structure, style and language.
Exit Level Outcomes 2
The qualifying is competent to apply specialist knowledge to property finance, development, valuation and management problems.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
x Both knowledge and application of knowledge in the property field;
x Competence as a property professional which includes;
x Demonstration of leadership in advanced problem-solving;
x Ability to work with others in a team;
x Showing initiative and ability to work independently with professional responsibility in the property field;
x Effective communication in any medium;
x Ability to engage in lifelong learning and to hold lifelong learning as a professional value.
Exit Level Outcomes 3
The qualifying learner is competent to perform high order problem solving techniques. Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner demonstrates:
x The ability to select, apply, evaluate and/or develop the most appropriate specialised approach to the solution of problems;
x An understanding of the world as a set of related systems;
x Application of diverse knowledge to development of appropriate solutions of problems, recognising wide-ranging factors including financial, environmental, health and technological aspects.
Exit Level Outcomes 4
The qualifying learner will have built on his/her existing knowledge of
planning, technology and management and is able to evaluate the application of
planning, technology and management in relation to wider local and global environment concerns and specifically in the fields of construction, finance, planning, technology and management.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates ability:
x To evaluate, apply and develop existing and new planning, technological and management approaches where appropriate to the research area; to relate planning, technological and management issues within the research area to wider economic and social systems critically and ethically;
x To select, apply, evaluate and/or develop the most appropriate specialised techniques to the solution of problems.
1.3.4 Master of Science in Development Planning
[MSc(DP)]
Qualification Title Master of Science in Development Planning Qualification Abbreviation MSc(DP)
Minimum Period of Study 2 years full-time NQF Exit Level Level 8
SAQA Credits Total minimum 300 Exit Level Outcome 1
The learner is competent to identify, evaluate and solve problems within the ambit of the field of development planning. The learner is familiar with relevant theoretical paradigms, concepts and procedures.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner demonstrates:
Ŗ His/her knowledge of the historical and current theoretical planning models and approaches for industrialised and developmental contexts;
Ŗ A practical and theoretical grounding in physical planning. Exit Level Outcome 2
The qualifying learner has a knowledge of how to manage uncertainty within a changing temporal, socio-economic, political and environmental context.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner:
Ŗ demonstrates the ability to identify and address complex problems by employing
- appropriate planning theories, - concepts, and
- quantitative or other planning techniques in dealing with them;
Ŗ demonstrates individual skills in the investigation of a specialised area of planning by defining the problem or issue, analysing it through the exploration of relevant theory, and solving it by developing a set of practical proposals;
Ŗ demonstrates familiarity with resource allocation issues and demonstrates the ability to apply project budgeting and financial viability and implementation strategies;
Ŗ can apply the concept of sustainability to socio-economic, political, cultural and legal issues affecting the physical and natural urban or rural environment. Exit Level Outcome 3
The qualifying learner is able to cope with South Africa’s diverse social and cultural dynamics.
Associated Assessment Criteria
The qualifying learner is competent in group work, notably with peers, and can perform:
Ŗ multi-disciplinary team work;
Ŗ field research;
Ŗ academic exercises and planning work;
Ŗ work in projects involving community participation demonstrating the skills required in dealing with the complexities of such work.
Exit Level Outcome 4
The qualifying learner is able to operate independently, but within applicable professional, ethical and legal frameworks and to reflect on how this affects her/his roles as a planner. S/he has been prepared for the next stage of his/her career, whether it be professional, entrepreneurial or in some other field, and to meet the demands of continuing professional and life long development.
Associated Assessment Criteria The qualifying learner:
Ŗ understands how these facilities frameworks affect the selection and