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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Diploma in Dance Education 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
16024  Diploma in Dance Education 
ORIGINATOR
University of Cape Town 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education  HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework 
QUALIFICATION TYPE FIELD SUBFIELD
Diploma (Min 360)  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Performing Arts 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Level 5  NQF Level 06  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   2033-06-30  

Registered-data under construction

The qualification content is currently being updated for the qualifications with the status “Registered-data under construction” or showing “DETAILS UNDER CONSTRUCTION” to ensure compliance with SAQA’S Policy and Criteria for the registration of qualifications and part-qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) (As amended, 2022). These qualifications are re-registered until 30 June 2027 and can legitimately be offered by the institutions to which they are registered.

 

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.  

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
The qualification provides qualifiers with graduate-level skills, applied competencies and knowledge in various fields of dance to equip them for employment in the South African cultural arena as educators, in particular as teachers of dance.

The qualification gives the candidate an understanding of diverse dance techniques and styles, as well as a knowledge of anatomy relevant to dance. It provides the student with a knowledge of music relating to dance and an extensive background in all aspects of theatre and the presentation of a dance production.

The qualification will also significantly heighten the understanding of graduates of the traditions of dance and enable them to use these as a tool to further the upliftment and integration of all sectors of South African cultural society.

The qualification will build discerning audiences able to critically evaluate dance as a medium of entertainment and communication. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning:
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:
  • National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4, granting access to Diploma studies. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify with and take their place in a poly-cultural South African society.
    2. Produce solutions to both familiar and novel artistic and creative problems as these arise in the course of their professional activity.
    3. Communicate his or her understanding of creative, artistic and performing issues and solutions in ways that are dear but not arrogant or presumptive.
    4. Critically receive and understand the interpretations and suggestions of colleagues and audiences.
    5. Understand the difference between personal and social goals, so as to understand the importance of commitment to the latter even when they diverge with his or her own interests.
    6. Appreciate the contexts in which the specific creative, artistic or technical competencies identified below can best be integrated with the general competencies just identified. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes:
  • Critically understand and produce written texts of descriptive, prescriptive, creative and argumentative characters to accepted international standards in his or her specific field of training as these may exist at the time of graduation.
  • Find information of professional relevance efficiently and independently and use such information to conduct systematic creative research aimed at providing answers to questions whose resolutions are not antecedently known, or to verify answers that are assumed based on "accepted wisdom ".
  • Understand and critically appreciate the contribution of major artistic and cultural activities and performances to community and national life and participate in such performances and activities.
  • Use information technology, including the internet, to find and access information efficiently and independently.
  • Understand when and how to acknowledge the limitations of his or her own expertise and elicit the more appropriate expertise of others.
  • Appreciate the importance of life-long learning and the importance of self-initiative in pursuing it.
  • Understand and internalise as a personal value the importance of conducting diverse cultural and professional activities within the scope of national, provincial, municipal and international law.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and kinesthetic disciplines.
  • Utilise a range of dance techniques and styles to enhance his or her communication and creativity.
  • Demonstrate an awareness of the body as a resource and understand the efficient, safe and healthy use of mind and body.
  • Recognise, analyse, research and formulate a response to different dance styles, performances, techniques and functions.
  • Appreciate the significance of research into diverse dance genres, in the context of national and international developments in the arts, so as to be able to critically analyse and communicate effectively by way of teaching, text and other creative expression, to dance learners and the community at large, using appropriate dance skills, tools and technology.
  • Enter the field of dance teaching and contribute to its development in a meaningful way.
  • Impart the theory of movement to a pupil, as well as to instil a level of musicality, style and technique into the learner.
  • Teach competently in at least two different dance techniques.
  • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all the components of dance (history, background, music, technique) and be able to use available technology to impart such knowledge to his or her pupils.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The practical assessment is done through regular classes taught under supervision as well as in examination conditions.
    The theoretical assessment takes the form of research projects, essays and seminars, as well as regular written examinations.

    In the final year, there is an emphasis on the application of knowledge and skills in the area of teaching and on the learners' ability to inspire, motivate and develop a rapport with his or her pupils, while simultaneously achieving the required level of competence in the pupil. Candidates also undergo an apprenticeship in schools and are required to be able to teach competently in at least two different dance techniques. 
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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 offers both possibilities of horizontal and vertical articulation.

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Diploma in Music Performance, NQF Level 6.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Advanced Diploma in Dance Education, NQF Level 7.
  • Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies, NQF Level 7. 
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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 Cape Town 


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