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| SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
| REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
| Bachelor of Arts in Law |
| SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
| 101221 | Bachelor of Arts in Law | |||
| 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 08 - Law, Military Science and Security | Justice in 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 The qualification content is currently being updated for the qualifications with the status “Registered-data under construction” or showing “DETAILS UNDER CONSTRUCTION” to ensure compliance with SAQA’S Policy and Criteria for the registration of qualifications and part-qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) (As amended, 2022). These qualifications are re-registered until 30 June 2027 and can legitimately be offered by the institutions to which they are registered. |
| 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 Law qualification is primarily to equip learners with the knowledge and specific skills, related to the ability to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in a selection of branches of Law, and the field of humanities. With a view to generally further personal intellectual development, economic activities and community service. The second purpose of the qualification is to provide the foundation for and produce qualified people to undertake, further studies and research in the fields of Law or humanities for purposes of obtaining Postgraduate qualifications. The qualification will empower learners to integrate knowledge and techniques of the human sciences and Law with the necessary skills to investigate human phenomena and to solve concrete problems related to human sciences and specific fields of Law. Rationale: The rationale for the Bachelor of Arts in Law is to educate learners in the field of humanities. |
| LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
| Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The University accepts the principle underlying outcomes-based, source-based- and life-long learning For the Recognition of Prior Learning, whether acquired by formal curricula or informally (by experience). These types of learning are indispensable elements in deciding on admission to and awarding credits. Formal prior learning: Prior accredited learning at the Further Education and Training or at Higher Education level in relevant domains which constitute credit-bearing modules is recognisable. The learner needs to produce evidence that shows that they have achieved at a satisfactory level, the Exit Level Outcomes and Associated Assessment Criteria specified for modules of this qualification and, if appropriate, allow the recognition of prior learning for the achievement of the qualification in part or in full. Non-formal and informal prior experiential learning: A learner who does not have a formal qualification or has a non-formal qualification may apply for RPL. There will be a consideration for those learners if they can demonstrate (through the production of substantial and satisfactory evidence) experiential, or work-based learning for admission or the recognition of prior learning for the achievement of the qualification in part or in full. An applicant who, after such assessment, is deemed to have sufficient potential but is in need of further academic development, must be directed to other suitable learning programmes prior to admission or to qualifications after admission. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: Or Or |
| RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
| Y |
| QUALIFICATION RULES |
| This qualification consists of the following elective modules at NQF Levels, 5, 6 and 7 totalling 420 Credits.
Elective Modules Level 5: Elective Modules at Level 6: Elective Modules at Level 7: |
| EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
| 1. Demonstrate integrated knowledge and understanding of the historical and jurisprudential development of the law, the role of Law in society in general, and some principles of South African law, as well as the ability to engage with and apply the general principles within relevant contexts;
2. Identify, engage with and address ethical issues about the academic environment, legal practice and society in general; 3. Investigate (research), critically analyse, understand and solve complex real-life and hypothetical problems coherently and creatively, demonstrating advanced use of critical thinking and research skills; 4. Formulate, present and communicate insightful and creative academic and professional ideas and arguments effectively - verbally and in writing, using appropriate media and communication technology and suitable research methods; 5. Read, interpret and draft legal and other documents; 6. Show competence in some legal skills, as well as in relevant language, computer and numerical skills; 7. Work effectively as part of a team to solve problems situated in the fields of humanities and Law and to take responsibility for task-specific outcomes and appropriate use of relevant resources; 8. Apply, in a self-critical manner, appropriate learning strategies to effectively address professional and lifelong learning; And 9. Demonstrate a commitment to social justice, the promotion of human rights and good citizenship. |
| ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
| Integrated Assessment:
The Bachelor of Arts in Law employs formative, summative and integrated assessments throughout the three years of study, in the form of writing as well as practical assignments, class tests and examinations in all the modules included in the qualification. There will be an assessment of the learners' skills at communicating orally and in written format, using appropriate IT as well as her/his computer literacy. The assessment focuses mainly on a critical, creative and interpretative perspective of the various disciplines. These assessment procedures link the teaching and learning strategy directly to ensuring that the learning outcomes. Formative assessment entails assignments done in class, group work, written assignments and tests. Summative assessment entails examination papers (3 hours). Integrated assessment is when written assignments and assignments in class (written and oral). |
| INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
| This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content. The qualification is comparable with those from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia. |
| ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
| This qualification offers possibilities of vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: |
| 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 |
| 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. |