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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Bachelor of Psychology 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
14832  Bachelor of Psychology 
ORIGINATOR
Rand Afrikaans 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  General Social Science 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  188  Level 7  Level TBA: Pre-2009 was L7  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 primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with:

* A broad-based, strong and cohesive knowledge foundation for further studies in applied Psychology (M Psych and D Psych);

* A knowledge foundation for applied and fundamental research in Psychology at a Masters level;

* Acquisition of analytical, interpretive and integrative skills which have practical value for the society as a whole;

* The ability to reflect on applied Psychology and a holistic view of applied Psychology and its applications in various contexts;

* The ability to practice as a professional counsellor (registered with the Professional Board of Psychology). 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
To enrol for this qualification, potential learners need to demonstrate the following competencies:
  • A strong and cohesive knowledge foundation in applied Psychology;
  • A knowledge foundation for applied in Psychology on a post graduate level;
  • Analytical, interpretive and integrative skills, which have practical value for the society as a whole;
  • The ability to reflect on Psychology and its applications in various contexts.

    The learner should be in possession of a Bachelors degree with 160 credits in Psychology, of which at least 64 credits are on an NQF-level 6.

    Recognition of prior learning:

    Potential learners who want to be credited for prior learning and/or experience for a particular module or modules, need to apply in writing to the Departmental Chairperson of the department offering the module or modules the learner wishes to be credited for, clearly stating the title(s) of the module or modules they want to be credited for, as well as the basis on which they believe the accreditation should be granted.

    The principles of RPL are subscribed to and will be implemented in a flexible manner. The principle of flexible and open access will, however, be offset against the provision that this is not to the detriment of the potential student and that his/her chances to succeed must be reasonable.

    The committee will assess learner` competencies in order to determine whether they are eligible for a) access to, b) advanced placement in, or c) recognition of status for this qualification. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The learners should be able to:

    1. Demonstrate their ability to apply the theoretical principles of problem identification and solving correctly in the field of applied psychology and reflect on the application made (problem solving skills)

    2. Correctly plan and exercise research in applied psychology, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on psychology issues by utilising the theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken (research skills)

    3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing (e.g. report writing) with the different role players in the field of applied psychology by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflecting on the application made (communication skills)

    4. Accountably develop a theoretical and practical macro vision of the role of applied psychology internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally (development of macro vision)

    5. Effectively and responsibly organise and coordinate resources and opportunities in the field of applied psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflecting on the application (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of applied psychology (entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)

    6. Practise acceptable social sensitivity in their relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (team ship)

    7. Utilise appropriate technology (computer, e-mail, fax, psychometric tests) effectively in the applied psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)

    8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of applied psychology (explore learning strategies)

    9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of applied psychology related skills (promoting citizenship)

    10. Practise acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of differently communities and the role players in the field of the applied psychology by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)

    11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry in the different sectors of the field of applied psychology by utilising the theoretical principles and reflecting on the application thereof (employment seeking skills) 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learner can: / Does the learner:

    1. Demonstrate the ability to identify and solve problems correctly in the field of applied psychology by applying the relevant theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (problem solving skills)?

    2. Correctly plan and exercise research in the field of applied psychology, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on psychology issues by utilising the relevant research undertaken (research skills)?

    3. Can the learners communicate effectively orally and in writing (e.g. report writing) with different role players in the field of applied psychology by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflecting on the application made (communication skills)?

    4. Have the learners develop an accountable theoretical and practical macro vision of applied psychology internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally (development of macro vision)?

    5. Are the learners able to effectively and responsibly organise and coordinate resources and opportunities in the field of applied psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflecting on the application made (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept responsibility for their own activities in the field of applied psychology (entrepreneurship/responsibility skills)?

    6. Can the learners practise acceptable social sensitivity in their relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (team ship)?

    7. Are the learners able to utilise appropriate technology (computer, e-mail, fax, psychometric tests) effectively in the applied psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)?

    8. Are the learners able to explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of applied psychology (explore learning strategies)?

    9. Are the learners able to promote responsible citizenship through their approach/attitude/ethics towards the holistic application of applied psychology related skills (promoting citizenship)?

    10. Are the learners able to practise social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of different communities and the role players in the field of applied psychology by applying the theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)?

    11. Do the learners demonstrate the acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the field of applied psychology by applying the theoretical principles of employment seeking skills and reflecting on the application thereof (employment seeking skills)?



    Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved.

    Continuous assessment practices form an integral part of the design of this qualification. Learning outcomes are made explicit to learners and there is a coherent assessment strategy in place for each module, with a fair balance between formative and summative assessment strategies.

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented

    Learners write one test per module or alternatively hand in an assignment for a subject, which demonstrates knowledge, integrative ability, data-basis understanding, insight and research ability. Learners are also continually assessed in terms of their applied skills.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented

    Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by means of:
    Written assignments, formal module tests and/or a research or practical project, as well as final examinations at the end of the semester. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
  • Access to qualifications on a lower level

    Articulation is possible with related certificate, diploma and degree qualifications.
  • Access to qualifications on the same level

    Learners who are (or have been) registered for this (or a related) qualification at another higher education institution will be allowed, with the permission of the Dean of Arts, to enter mid-stream, given that the rules of access have been complied with. Such learners will therefore be credited for prior learning.
  • Access to qualifications on a higher level

    Having obtained this qualification, the following possibilities for further study in higher education programmes exist:

    * M Psych
    * D Psych
    * M A Psychology (Dissertation-based) 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • External processes:
    External examiners will be appointed for all NQF level 7 modules by the Dean of the Faculty concerned, on the recommendation of the academic department in which NQF level 7 modules are taken.
  • External examiners and the institutions they represent:
    One external examiner per NQF level 7 module will be appointed. External examiners will be selected from other higher education institutions or from the ranks of practicing
    professional people outside of academia. 
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    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
  • Criteria regarding formal qualifications that an assessor should have:

    Formal qualified assessors should have at least a Master`s degree in the related field of study and/or be regarded as competent to act as assessors by the academic community.
  • Criteria regarding job or learning experience:

    Assessors should have at least 2 years of job related or learning area experience to be able to act as assessors on an NQF-level 7 module.
  • Criteria regarding experience of or exposure to assessment:

    An assessor needs to:

    Have prior assessment experience and/or be trained in assessment practices on higher education level:

    * as part of qualifying as an education and training practitioner, or
    * through a mentoring process, or
    * through on the job training, or
    * through additional study of a unit standard or qualification on assessment and
    * should be SAQA accredited with at least 4 years experience in the related field of study.



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

    NOTES 
    New qualification, also being registered at the Department of Education. 

    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.
     
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    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.