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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Psychology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
101219  Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Psychology 
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
National First Degree  Field 07 - Human and Social Studies  Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Registered-data under construction  EXCO 0324/24  2024-07-01  2027-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2028-06-30   2033-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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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.  

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Psychology is to enable learners to critically apply focused analysis, knowledge and skills in serving and taking leadership in Christian faith communities, community organisations and society at large. This interdisciplinary qualification produces life-long learners who will be able to explore and debate current issues in African and international contexts. The qualification also seeks to enable learners to develop, clarify and articulate a value system based on a faith perspective. The qualification is to raise the consciousness of learners concerning issues of justice such as gender, social disparity, disability and the environment. It enables them to develop transformative communities and contribute to the development of society as a whole.

The Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Psychology also fulfil the need for learners to be able to identify and distinguish basic concepts and theories concerning Biblical Studies and Psychology as human and social sciences. Learners will integrate and apply a range of concepts and disciplines from the fields of human and social sciences; critically compare and use sources to explore moral questions in general and issues about faith communities in particular.

This qualification seeks to:
  • Facilitate moral decision making and formation;
  • Facilitate pastoral ministry from a faith-based perspective to individuals and communities and evaluate its effectiveness;
  • Promote, develop and evaluate transformative leadership in the community in general and faith communities in particular;
  • Participate sensitively in multicultural and multi-faith communities;
  • Identify and formulate transformative responses to contemporary societal needs related to emotional well-being.

    Rationale:
    The qualification fosters engagement in and articulation of critical and creative thinking and writing on theological and psychological issues; play a moral and constructive role by developing and applying core human and faith-based norms and values to contexts. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
    The outcomes of this qualification are achievable in part through Recognition of Prior Learning of comparable level and standard completed in terms of the following criteria:

    Formal Prior Learning:
    Prior accredited learning at the secondary level (matriculation certificate) is recognised. Mature age exemption may also be recognised. Prior accredited learning at tertiary level that constitutes credit-bearing units is also recognised, in particular, qualifications obtained.

    Non-formal and informal prior experiential learning:
    Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is applicable if learners can produce a portfolio of evidence to show that they meet the outcomes and associated assessment criteria, obtaining the appropriate credits according to the assessment of the institution.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 with endorsement.
    Or
  • National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelors studies.
    Or
  • National Certificate Vocational, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelors studies. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following elective modules at Levels 5, 6 and 7 totalling 384 Credits.

    Elective Modules, NQF Level 5:
  • Academic Literacy (AGLE121), 12 Credits.
  • English (ENLL111), 12 Credits.
  • English (ENLL121), 12 Credits.
  • Intro Hum Geo (GGFS121), 12 Credits.
  • Afrikaans and Dutch (AFLL111), 12 Credits.
  • Intro Geo (GGFS111), 12 Credits.
  • Afrikaans & Dutch Lang & Lit Study: Text & Context (AFLL121), 12 Credits.
  • Academic Literacy (AGLA121), Credits.
  • Introduction to Psychology (PSYC111), 12 Credits.
  • Social and Community Psychology (PSYC121), 12 Credits.
  • Text in Content and Context (SSLL122), 12 Credits.
  • Introduction to Sociology: Basic Concepts and Themes (SOCL111), 12 Credits.
  • Descriptive Statistics (STTN111), 12 Credits.
  • Practical Statistics (STTN124), 12 Credits.
  • Biblical Studies (BYBV113), 12 Credits.
  • Biblical Studies (BYBV123), 12 Credits.
  • History (HIST111), 12 Credits.
  • History (HIST121), 12 Credits.
  • Language in Content and Contexts (SSLL112), 12 Credits.

    Elective Modules, NQF Level 6:
  • Afrikaans & Dutch: Grammatical Perspectives (AFLL221), 16 Credits.
  • Biblical Studies (BYBV223), 16 Credits.
  • Biblical Studies (BYBV211), 16 Credits.
  • Know and Understand the Health World (WVGW221), 12 Credits.
  • Afrikaans and Dutch Language and Literature Study (AFLL211), 16 Credits.
  • English (ENLL221), 16 Credits.
  • Sociology of the Family and Group Dynamics (SOCL221), 16 Credits.
  • Sesotho (SSLL212), 16 Credits.
  • Development Psychology (PSYC211), 16 Credits.
  • English (ENLL211), 16 Credits.
  • Sociology of Development and Social Problems (SOCL211), 16 Credits.
  • Sesotho (SSLL222), 16 Credits.
  • Positive Psychology (PSYC221), 16 Credits.
  • Personality Psychology (PSYC212), 16 Credits.

    Elective Modules, NQF Level 7:
  • OT Survey & Interpret With Pastoral Application (BYBV312), 32 Credits.
  • NT Survey & Interpret With Pastoral Application (BYBV323), 32 Credits.
  • Applied Psychology (PSYC322), 16 Credits.
  • Basic Counselling and Ethical Conduct (PSYC321), 16 Credits.
  • Research and Psychometry (PSYC312), 16 Credits.
  • Psycho Pathology (PSYC311), 16 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Interpret, integrate and apply Christian sources in context;
    2. Understand communities, in the light of a particular history of faith, and position responsibly in their contexts;
    3. Analyse information critically, and articulate and communicate effectively;
    4. Evaluate and apply faith-based ethics personally and in the community, and
    5. Initiate and develop pastoral guidance in faith-based communities as well as the wider community. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Integrated Assessment:
    Continuous formative assessment strategies are integrated by nature and take the form of assignments and tests throughout the semester. Integrated summative assessment takes the form of a formal examination. Oral presentations of smaller integrated research projects or seminars in individual, as well as group context, may also be employed. Learners are continuously assessed on the application of integrated knowledge and advanced skills to ensure that they are competent for the workplace. 

    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This Bachelor's qualification is comparable to similar qualifications in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New-Zealand and Australia, on which the SAQA Level Descriptors for Level 7 concerning outcomes, assessment, depth and complexity, as well as the notational study hours. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification offers possibilities of both horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Theology, NQF Level 7.
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education, NQF Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Theology, NQF Level 8.
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Theology, NQF Level 8. 
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    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 


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