SAQA

All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.

SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION:

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
100833	Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music
ORIGINATOR
North West University
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Honours Degree	Field 02 - Culture and Arts		Music
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	120	Not Applicable	NQF Level 08	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Reregistered		EXCO 0821/24	2021-07-01	2027-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30		2031-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
This Postgraduate qualification in Music is designed to provide learners with an in-depth basis of music history, theory and practice in a specialised field to prepare them, not only to become better musicians and educators, but also for further research-based postgraduate study at Level 9. It will thus develop research capacity in the methodology and techniques of various aspects of Music. The structured modules are in line with the development of academic research in this field and also with the demand for academically qualified practitioners of Music. Learners will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be competent and successful as musicians, educators and researchers.

Rationale:
Music is a basic mode of human affection and cognition that is central to enculturation, social formation and the economy. The responsible management of this fundamental cultural and economic resource requires professionals with advanced training in a variety of musical fields like education, (ethno) musicology, music technology, African music, church music, theory and performance. The training of educators and choir conductors is emphasised as this is where South Africa's musical need is most urgent. Teaching-learning objectives, content and methods are aligned with practices approved by the South African Society for Research in Music, the International Society of Music Educators and the Pan-African Society of Music Educators.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The institution accepts the principle underlying outcomes oriented, source-based and lifelong learning in which considerations of articulation and mobility play a meaningful role. The institution also underwrites the view that recognition of previous learning, obtained either by formal teaching programmes at this or another institution, or informally (obtained by experience), is an indispensable element in granting admission or credits with the aim of placement in a specifically chosen teaching learning programme of the institution. In recognising previous learning, it deals with provable knowledge and learning that the applicant obtained by following formal teaching programmes or by experience. At all times the question will be what level of competence was reached, judged in the context of the exit level skills required for the contemplated teaching-learning programmes (or modules therein) or status for which the applicant is applying and not merely about the experience the applicant can prove. Recognition of previous learning takes place in terms of the relevant skills that the applicant demonstrated in the application with reference to the exit outcomes that should be reached in the chosen programme. Demonstration of prior learning takes the form of a portfolio of evidence documenting records of achievement that may include formal assessments, publications, training and work experience. The portfolio of evidence is evaluated by competent assessors, appointed by the responsible academic managers and/or committees within the institution.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement is:

Bachelor of Arts in Music.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of compulsory and elective modules at Level 8 totalling 128 Credits.

Compulsory Modules:

Research Methodology, 8 Credits.

Research Essay, 32 Credits.

Elective Modules at Level 8:

Music History, 24 Credits.

Choral Conducting, 24 Credits.

African Music, 24 Credits.

Research in Music Education, 24 Credits.

Practical Music, 24 Credits.

Music Theory, 24 Credits.

Pedagogy of Music Theory Subjects, 24 Credits.

Group Music, 24 Credits.

Pedagogy of Practical Music, 24 Credits.

Social Musicology, 24 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate a comprehensive and systematic knowledge of research methodology and report writing.
2. Evaluate existing knowledge concerning relevant theories and methodology of Music and to apply that knowledge to various contexts.
3. Address ethical issues in field-work and report-writing.
4. Demonstrate competence as accomplished performer in choral conducting and/or vocal/instrumental performance.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Integrated Assessment:
Continuous formative assessment strategies in the form of assignments, portfolios, tests etc. are employed as well as integrated summative assessments in the form of formal examinations and a mini-dissertation/project report etc. Oral presentations of smaller integrated research projects or seminars in individual as well as group context may also be employed. Students are continuously assessed on the application of integrated knowledge and advanced skills in order to assure that they are competent for the work place. Practical examinations in the instrument of choice also apply.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

This Honours Degree in Music is comparable to similar qualifications in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New-Zealand and Australia, on which the Level Descriptors for Level 8 with regard to outcomes, assessment, depth and complexity, as well as the notional study hours, are based. Furthermore, the academic staff presenting the Bachelor of Arts Honours in Music qualification work closely with colleagues worldwide with the intention of upgrading the modular contents to a level that will compare favourably with international trends.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows for vertical articulation.

Vertical Articulation:

Master of Arts in Music.

MODERATION OPTIONS

N/A

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

N/A

NOTES

N/A

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.

1.	North West University