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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Arts Honours in English Literature 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
15969  Bachelor of Arts Honours in English Literature 
ORIGINATOR
University of Venda 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Honours Degree  Field 04 - Communication Studies and Language  Literature 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  120  Level 7  NQF Level 08  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   2031-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

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PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The aim of the BA Honours English (Literature) qualification is to deepen learners' knowledge of literature beyond the undergraduate level by making them familiar with the basic principles underlying the study of literature (with criticism) as an academic discipline.

While it is hoped that the acquisition of the theoretical and practical knowledge envisaged would form a sound foundation for further studies by the learners in their areas of specialisation, such knowledge will equally enable them, on graduating, to serve their country and humanity in general in diverse career areas including the following: education, publishing, editing, public relations, television and film, radio, tourism and conservation, advertising, journalism, internet writing, museology, public service and law. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • Bachelor of Arts (English), NQF Level 7.
    Or
  • Advanced Diploma in English Literature, NQF Level 7. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Understand the nature of literature on the basis of the theories and practices, which have, characterised it from time immemorial.
    2. Understand the function and value of literature in society.
    3. Analyse literature through the major approaches used by the various theorists/schools.
    4. Imbibe the positive values which literature perennially teaches and thus become more responsible citizens.
    5. Effectively communicate in both oral and written modes the visions of the world presented in literature.
    6. Develop critical and creative faculties.
    7. Develop cultural and aesthetic sensibilities through the analytical study of prescribed texts.
    8. Plan, execute and report research findings in a professional manner. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Integrated Assessment:
  • Formal academic essays in the form of assignments characterised by critical ability; evidence of scholarly research; and clarity and coherence in writing.
  • Oral presentation through class participation and presentation of papers.
  • Project work (individual and group)
  • Periodic class tests.
  • Examinations.
  • Oral examinations.
  • Project work (problem-orientated and outcome-based)
  • Tests. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelors of Arts Honours in Linguistics, NQF Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Cognate Master of Arts, NQF Level 9. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015. 

    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. University of Venda 


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