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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
109872  Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science 
ORIGINATOR
University of Johannesburg 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-   HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Honours Degree  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Sport 
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 replaces: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
58103  Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science  Level 7  NQF Level 08  160  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with applied competence in the analysis, interpretation, and application of Sport Science principles in the fitness and health, coaching, and teaching sectors of the Sport Industry. The Learner should be able to take strategic decisions in the context of Sport Science, and to assess any internal or external decision impacting on Sport Science. The learner should further be able to reflect on his/her scientific decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of Sport Science as practice. The qualification also serves to consolidate and deepen the learner's expertise in Sport Science and to develop research capacity in the methodology and techniques of Sport Science. This qualification demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence.

Rationale:
There is a need for qualified professionals in the field of Sport Science in South Africa. This qualification has been designed to address the expressed need and aims to develop professionals and enable them to apply their knowledge and skills in this field. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning(RPL) in case of learners not complying with the formal entry requirements will be conducted in accordance with the policy and guidelines of the University concerning the recognition of other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning experience. Recognition takes place only where prior learning corresponds with the required National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level, and in terms of applied competencies relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification. Through Recognition of Prior Learning, learners may gain access, advanced placement, or recognition of status, on condition that they continue their studies at this University.

Entry Requirement:
  • Bachelor of Science with majors in Human Movement Studies or any related qualification with a qualification specific minimum level of competency on National Qualifications Framework(NQF) Level 7. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of compulsory Modules at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.
    Compulsory Modules at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits:
  • Sport Psychology, 12 Credits.
  • Research Methodology and Research Project, 30 Credits.
  • Exercise Physiology, 18 Credits.
  • Exercise Science, 18 Credits.
  • Sport Science Practice, 30 Credits.
  • Sport Vision,12 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Resolve typical problems that exist in the management of sport environments.
    2. Plan, implement and analyse research in a sport environment.
    3. Apply different learning strategies in the study of sport and related competencies.
    4. Apply strategic planning competencies.
    5. Execute financial planning, control and analysis.
    6. Manage the human resources of a sport environment/organisation. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following Associated Assessment Criteria will be used in an integrated manner across the Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Develop applied competence in the analysis, interpretation and application of sport science principles in the fitness and health-, coaching- and teaching sectors of the sport industry.
  • Take strategic decisions in the context of sport science and to assess any internal or external decision impacting on sport science.
  • Reflect on his/her scientific decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of sport science as practice.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The assessment methods in this qualification are: essays, computer-based assessments, theory tests, cases and open problems, practical and interpretative skills evaluation, reporting on practical and applications, presentations, analysis and problem solving assessment in the specific field of Sport Science. The research module is assessed against specific criteria to provide evidence of research capacity in the methodology and techniques in Sport Science. The assessment methods are selected to suit the related learning outcomes, high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence and governed by decisions about its purpose, validity and relevance. A range of assessment methods are applied to cater for different learning styles of the diverse student population studying Sport Science. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Massey University in New Zealand offers a Bachelor of Science Honours (major in Exercise Sciences) which is similar to the qualification offered by the University of Johannesburg in terms of admission requirements and duration of the qualification. The qualification differs in terms of credit weighting and maximum study period.

    The University of Auckland in New Zealand offers a Bachelor of Science Honours (major in Exercise Sciences) which is similar to the qualification offered by the University of Johannesburg in terms of the qualification purpose, duration of study, entry requirements and credit weighting. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This allows qualification for vertical articulation:
    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Science, Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Master of Science in Sport Science, Level 9. 
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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: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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