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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Bachelor of Laws |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
123430 | Bachelor of Laws | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
EDUVOS (Pty) Ltd (Previously Pearson Institute of Higher Education (Pty) Ltd) | ||||
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(Min 480) | Field 08 - Law, Military Science and Security | Justice in Society | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 480 | Not Applicable | NQF Level 08 | Regular-Provider-ELOAC |
REGISTRATION STATUS | SAQA DECISION NUMBER | REGISTRATION START DATE | REGISTRATION END DATE | |
Registered | EXCO 0729/25 | 2025-02-04 | 2028-02-04 | |
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT | LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT | |||
2029-02-04 | 2035-02-04 |
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:
The purpose of the Bachelor of Laws is to prepare well-grounded graduates for entry into legal practice, in a wide range of careers that require application of the law and to prepare learners for further postgraduate studies. The qualification seeks to achieve this through an innovative and multi-disciplinary curriculum approach by incorporating non-law modules such as Business Management, Economics and Psychology as electives which not only addresses the needs of the profession but also develop the next generation of graduates who will easily transition into the future national and international professional environment. In addition, the qualification will offer a broad education and equip learners with a knowledge and appreciation of the values and principles enshrined in the Constitution. On completion of the qualification, qualifying learners will be able to: Rationale: The institution seeks to offer a four-year qualification to allow prospective learners access to study law. The qualification will provide learners with a solid grounding in the main concepts of the discipline. The qualification will train learners who are prepared for life-long learning in the workplace or at tertiary institutions, learners who will be able to understand the principles of and are capable of critical citizenship. Learners will be given an opportunity to apply their knowledge in the discipline, so this will allow them to gain hands-on practical experience in key areas of their studies. The Bachelor of Laws will enable learners to become well-balanced and creative individuals who are responsible and productive citizens. The was designed to equip graduates with the necessary expertise to pursue successful careers within a professional environment or to continue with further studies. The qualification recognises the important contribution the Constitution and law have made in ensuring a transformed social justice system in South Africa. Therefore, there is a crucial need to ensure aptitude and competency in the legal profession to protect the Constitution and the South African justice system. The qualification will enable learners to take up careers in a volatile, uncertain, chaotic, and ambiguous world. It is designed to create a deep understanding of an area, supporting skills development through practical application, and challenging thinking to allow for adaptation to new possibilities. The institution has partnered with the industry to promote work-integrated learning, showcase learners' work to the industry, invite industry partners as guest lecturers and provide academic and psychological support to learners. The qualification will contribute to the realization of the Institution's vision in allowing learners access to the legal profession as well as advance their knowledge and serve society. The primary aim is to facilitate appreciation of the role and place of law within South African society and beyond. Learners will be introduced to the distinctive nature of thinking legally and will acquire knowledge and an understanding of the law. This qualification will contribute to a transformed legal profession and access to the legal profession, through a curriculum which not only addresses the needs of the profession but also develops the next generation of graduates who will easily transition into the future national and international professional environment. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The principle of flexible and open access will be offset against the provision so that this is not to the detriment of the potential learner and that his/her chances to succeed are reasonable. Through evaluation by a specifically constituted RPL committee, learners' competencies will be assessed to determine whether they are eligible for access to, advanced placement in, or have provided evidence that the stated competence of the qualification has been achieved through experience that complies with the stated specified outcomes. RPL applicants will be required to prepare portfolios of evidence containing evidence from four sources, including: by the applicant, etc.) and RPL for access: RPL credits: Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: Or Or Or |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
This qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules at National Qualifications Framework Levels 5, 6, 7 and 8 totalling 480 credits.
Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 96 Credits: Elective Modules, Level 5, 24 Credits (Select any two modules): Compulsory Modules, Level 6, 120 Credits: Compulsory Modules, Level 7, 120 Credits: Compulsory Modules, Level 8, 96 Credits: Elective Modules, Level 8, 24 Credits (Select any two modules): |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Demonstrate the ability to analyse fundamental legal concepts, principles, theories, and their relationship to values critically.
2. Apply relevant methods, techniques and strategies involved in legal research and problem-solving in theoretical and applied situations. 3. Demonstrate the ability to collect, organise, analyse and critically evaluate information and evidence from a legal perspective. 4. Communicate effectively in a legal environment by means of written, oral, and persuasive methods. 5. Demonstrate the ability to solve complex and diverse legal problems creatively, critically, ethically, and innovatively. 6. Work effectively as a team or group and contribute significantly to the group output. 7. Demonstrate the ability to participate as a responsible citizen in the promotion of a just society and a democratic and constitutional state under the rule of law. 8. Demonstrate legal skills and knowledge to solve problems responsibly and creatively in each legal and social context. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8: INTEGRATED ASSESSMENT The institution makes use of projects, research essays, portfolios of evidence, case studies, product evaluations, reports, observations and examinations as assessment strategies to determine learners' conceptual understanding and applied competencies and successful completion of learning. This qualification aligns very well with the institution's assessment strategies which provide for the evaluation of learners' academic achievement based on the assessment of academic work. The assessment principle underlying both modes of evaluating learners' achievement is that a learner's success or failure should be decided based on the following educational criteria: The work will be done individually, by learners. Actual activities involve: In line with the requirement for flexibility, this parameter may be adjusted slightly to reflect important industry trends, but without substantially changing the nature of the course. Summative evaluation constitutes up to approximately 60% of the overall mark, depending on the module. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
The content and learning outcomes for the qualification were compared with similar qualifications offered by the following countries. Institutions in the UK and Scottish universities have been considered.
Country: United Kingdom Institution: University of Suffolk Qualification Title: Bachelor of Laws (Hons) Duration: Three years full-time. Entry Requirements: Or Or Or And Purpose: The purpose of the qualification is to develop learners into employable, career-ready graduates who have well-developed practical legal skills as well as high levels of knowledge and a love for the law. The qualification was developed in consultation with the existing learners and employers to meet the needs of learners and their future employers. Many graduates go on to have careers in legal practice. The Solicitors' Qualifying Examination (SQE) has made the routes to becoming a solicitor more flexible. Although some learners enrol on the Legal Practice Course, a greater number now enter employment as paralegals upon completion of their law degree, often studying for the SQE at the same time. The qualification also includes all the foundational legal subjects to complete the academic stage of training to become a barrister. Qualification structure: The qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules. Year One. Compulsory Modules: Year Two: Compulsory Modules: Elective Modules One (Select one module from the list below): Elective Modules Two (Select one module from the list below): Year Three: Compulsory Modules: Elective Module One (Select one module from the list below): Elective Modules Two (Select one module from the list below): Assessment: Formal written examinations have been replaced with alternative assessments including case studies, portfolios, oral presentations, and advocacy exercises. Similarities: Difference: Country: Botswana Institution: University of Botswana Qualification Title: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Credits: 165 Credits Duration: Ten (10) semesters on a full-time basis. Entry Requirements Or Qualification Structure The qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules. Level 100 Compulsory Modules: Level 200 Compulsory Modules: Level 300 Compulsory Modules: Elective Modules (Select one of the following modules): Level 400 Compulsory Modules: Elective Modules One (Select one of the following modules): Elective Modules Two (Select one of the following modules): Level 500 Compulsory Modules: Elective Modules One (Select two of the following modules): Elective Modules Two (Select three of the following modules): Assessment: The qualification shall be assessed through continuous assessment and a formal written examination taken at or before the end of the semester. Continuous Assessment: Clinical Legal Education Courses I to III shall be assessed as follows: Clinical Legal Education I Clinical Legal Education II Total 100% Clinical Legal Education III Total 100% International Moot The International Moot, shall be assessed as follows: Similarities: Differences: |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
Horizontal Articulation:
Vertical Articulation: Diagonal Articulation There is no diagonal articulation for this qualification. |
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: |
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1. | EDUVOS (Pty) Ltd (Previously Pearson Institute of Higher Education (Pty) Ltd) |
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. |