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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Library and Information Science Honours 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
17471  Bachelor of Library and Information Science Honours 
ORIGINATOR
University of Fort Hare 
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  Communication Studies 
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

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 
Purpose:
  • The purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with an advanced professional qualification.
  • To enable learners to show advance knowledge in library and information studies by mastering the theoretical substance of the field.
  • Show skills and attitudes in research by using a wide range of techniques or methods appropriately in the field of library and information Science.
  • To improve the standard of information provision in organisations and in the community/society by producing experts in the field of information management.
  • Empower learners with higher managerial skills by being able to identify and define complex problems and their solutions in the topic (research fields) of their choice. 
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    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. 

    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Use knowledge of various research methodologies in Social Sciences with special emphasis on library and information Studies.
    2. Show an in-depth knowledge of theories of management and the application of management techniques in the information environment.
    3. Identify children's and young adults' literature and services.
    4. Understand the socio-cultural context of literacy as well as skills in sustaining literary programmes.
    5. Show familiarity with the publishing industry and modern publishing processes.
    6. Organise and manage oneself and ones activities effectively to contribute to full personnel development.
    7. Work effectively as a member of a team, group or organisation. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
  • The exhibition of this outcome is by the learners producing a mini dissertation from a topic accepted by the department and various committees in charge.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
  • Analyse and assess information needs and demands of specialised interest groups in society. The achievement of this outcome involves the ability of the learners to apply theory and to find solutions to pertinent problems.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
  • The assessment criteria involves the ability of the learners to categorise and evaluate this literature.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
  • The assessment involves learner ability to design and participate in literacy programmes.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
  • This assessment involves the production of desktop publications and finds solutions to problems facing publication industries.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
  • Learners' ability to adhere to deadlines and prepare well structured seminars are assessed.
  • Learners' personal development will be evaluated by conducting personal discussions and monitoring results.

    Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
  • Learners' performance during group work discussions and interaction with staff members will be assessed.

    Integrated assessment:
    Formative assessment: assignments, discussions, brain-storming sessions, research projects; seminars, visual and oral presentations.
    Summative: Examinations and the productions of a mini dissertation. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification compares with the international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. 

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

    Horizontal articulation:
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science, Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Library Science Honours, Level 8.

    Vertical articulation:
  • Master of Library Sciences, 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 Fort Hare 


    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.