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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Human Movement Science

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
12239	Bachelor of Human Movement Science
ORIGINATOR
University of Port Elizabeth
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 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services		Promotive Health and Developmental Services
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Level 6	Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L6	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 2663/05	2006-07-01	2009-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2010-06-30		2015-06-30

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

The first purpose of this qualification is to prepare professionals in Human Movement Science who have a comprehensive understanding of human movement and are able to demonstrate the required competencies (knowledge, skills and values) in the areas of health, sport and recreation.

The second purpose of this qualification is to provide South Africa with professional leaders in movement development, exercise, recreation, sports coaching and management.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

1. Prior Accredited Learning:

In order to enter into this program a learner should be in possession of the equivalent of a NQF Level 4 competency in English (the primary medium of instruction).

2. Entrance requirements:

The entrance requirement for this qualification is a Grade 12 certificate with matriculation exemption.

3. Recognition of Prior Learning

Learners will be required to demonstrate that they have achieved the assumption listed in 1. Learners could be exempted from certain prescribed modules (subject to the requirements listed in 1. and 2. should they demonstrate that they have achieved the outcomes of the relevant modules. The outcomes may be demonstrated by means of formal tests or by compiling a portfolio of evidence of prior learning.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Exit Level Outcomes

The exit level outcomes can be divided in two main categories namely: specific and critical cross-field outcomes.

1.1 Specific outcomes:

By the end of the programme, qualifying learners will:

1.1.1 Have gained comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Human Movement Science, (problem solving);

1.1.2 Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge in the applied field of Human Movement Science such as Exercise Science, Sport Science, Recreation, Sport Management and Movement Education (problem solving);

1.1.3 Be able to demonstrate competency in integrating their acquired knowledge by means of needs assessment and programme design, prescription, implementation and evaluation in Human Movement Science as practised in different communities (problem solving, teamship, self management, communication, cultural sensitivity and technological literacy);

1.1.4 Be able to collect, analyse and critically evaluate information with regards to Human Movement (research skills);

1.1.5 Be able to explore career opportunities and to set up own practice in the fields of Human Movement career (self-responsibility, employment seeking skills and entrepreneurship);

1.1.6 Hold appropriate professional ethics relevant to the applied fields of Human Movement Science (citizenship);

1.1.7 Be able to relate to the importance of continuous education and to explore the relevant opportunities (learning strategies); and

1.1.8 Have developed a macro vision of the integration of Human Movement Science as a field of knowledge and within global context (macro-vision).

1.2 Critical cross-field outcomes

By the end of the programme qualifying learners will:

1.2.1 Be able to identify, assess, formulate and solve convergent and divergent problems in the field of Human Movement Science;

1.2.2 Be able to work responsively and effectively with individuals and teams, demonstrating leadership and performing Human Movement related functions within various communities;

1.2.3 Be able to collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate Human Movement Science related information;

1.2.4 Be able to communicate both verbally (orally and in writing) and non-verbally with Human Movement Science communities and the population at large using appropriate structure, style and graphical support;

1.2.5 Be sensitive to the impact of Human Movement Science programmes on the environment and the health of others;

1.2.6 Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that Human Movement Science related problem solving does not exist in isolation;

1.2.7 Be critically aware of the need to act professionally and ethically and to take responsibility within own limits of competency;

1.2.8 Be competent in exercising judgement commensurate with knowledge and experience;

1.2.9 Be able to reflect on and explore a variety of strategies to learn more effectively;

1.2.10 Be able to participate as responsible citizens in the life of local, national and global communities;

1.2.11 Be culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts;

1.2.12 Be able to identify and optimise entrepreneurial opportunities;

1.2.13 Be able to explore education and career opportunities; and

1.2.14 Be able to identify and optimise entrepreneurial opportunities.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Integrated Assessment

The strategies that will be used to ensure that the specific and critical cross-field outcomes are achieved comprise:

1 Continuous assessment by making use of assignments and tests for the theoretical part of the programme;

2 Projects for the applied and practical sides of the programme; and

3 Internship under the guidance of a specialist.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Qualifying learners will have potential access to the Baccalaureus Honores degree programme in Human Movement Science at equivalent or higher education institutions.

MODERATION OPTIONS

Moderating body overseeing this qualification:
Colleagues from peer departments (at other South African Universities) who have the necessary expertise in the modules comprising the total programme will be utilised as external moderators. Where applicable, experts from different universities will be used on a rotational basis. Listed below are the universities that external moderators will be drawn from:

University of Durban-Westville, Durban
University of Fort Hare, Alice
University of Cape Town, Cape Town
University of the North, Pietersburg
University of the Free State, Bloemfontein
University of Potchefstroom for CHE, Potchefstroom
University of Pretoria, Pretoria
Randse Afrikaanse Universiteit, Aucklandpark
Rhodes University, Grahamstown
University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch
University Western Cape, Bellville
University Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
University of Zululand, KwaDlangezwa

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

At least an Honours degree in Human Movement Science or related fields.

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006.

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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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.

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