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

Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
58103  Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science 
ORIGINATOR
University of Johannesburg 
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 02 - Culture and Arts  Sport 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  160  Level 7  NQF Level 08  Regular-Provider-ELOAC 
REGISTRATION STATUS SAQA DECISION NUMBER REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 SAQA 1141/23  2021-07-01  2024-06-30 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2025-06-30   2028-06-30  

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 is replaced by: 
Qual ID Qualification Title Pre-2009 NQF Level NQF Level Min Credits Replacement Status
109872  Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  120  Complete 
111281  Bachelor of Science Honours in Sport Science  Not Applicable  NQF Level 08  360  Complete 

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION 
Purpose:

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with applied competence in the analysis, interpretation, and application of Sport Science principles in the fitness and health, coaching, and teaching sectors of the Sport Industry. The Learner should be able to take strategic decisions in the context of Sport Science, and to assess any internal or external decision impacting on Sport Science. The learner should further be able to reflect on his/her scientific decisions and applications to assess the effect thereof in the holistic context of Sport Science as practice.

Rationale:

There is a need for qualified professionals in the field of Sport Science in South Africa. This qualification has been designed to address the expressed need and aims to develop professionals and enable them to apply their knowledge and skills in this field. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Assumptions of learning already in place before the programme leading to this qualification is commenced.

Applied competence as outcomes:

Learners accessing this qualification should demonstrate their ability to read, analyse and reflect on study material and relevant literature on a graduate level (NQF level 6). Learners should be able to communicate effectively using academic Afrikaans/English in written or oral form. Learners should be able to manage their own study programme and time effectively. Learners should have acquired applied competence in Sport Science and be able to take strategic decisions in a Sport Science context.

Recognition of prior learning:

Recognition of prior learning in case of learners not complying with the formal entry requirements will be conducted in accordance with the policy and guidelines of the University concerning the recognition of other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning experience. Recognition takes place only where prior learning corresponds with the required NQF level, and in terms of applied competencies relevant to the content and outcomes of the qualification. Through recognition of prior learning, learners may gain access, advanced placement, or recognition of status, on condition that they continue their studies at this university.

Rules of access:

Access will be provided to the learner who is in possession of a B.Sc degree with majors in Human Movement Studies or any related qualification with a programme specific minimum level of competency on NQF level 6, generating a minimum of 360 credits. 

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
Y 

QUALIFICATION RULES 
Total number of credits: 160

Minimum credits required at specific levels or maximum credits where these exceed the minima specified:
  • Level 7: 160 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    The learners should be able to:

    1. Demonstrate their ability to apply theoretical principles of problem identification and solving correctly in Sport Science at postgraduate level, and reflect on the applications made (problem-solving skills).
    2. Plan and apply research in Sport Science correctly, including the precise gathering, analyzing, synthesizing and interpreting of information correctly at postgraduate level utilising relevant theoretical research principles and reflecting on research undertaken (research skills).
    3. Communicate effectively in writing and with the different role-players in the field of Sport Science by utilizing different modes of communication and reflecting on the applications made (communication skills).
    4. Develop an accountable theoretical and practical macro-vision of Sport Science locally, provincially/regionally, nationally and internationally (macrovision).
    5. Organize and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in Sport Science effectively and responsibly by applying relevant theoretical aspects (including entrepreneurship where relevant), reflecting on the applications made as well as accept the responsibility for his/her activities in the field of Sport Science (entrepreneurship; self-responsibility skills).
    6. Practice acceptable social sensitivity in their relationship with others and work efficiently in a sport science and multi-disciplinary team by implementing relevant theories reflecting on the implementation thereof (teamship).
    7. Utilize appropriate sport science technology (measurement and testing equipment) efficiently in the sport science environment (technological and environmental literacy).
    8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire various capabilities of a sport scientist (explore learning strategies).
    9. Practice responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of sport science capabilities and professional values in sport (promote citizenship).
    10. Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards people of different sport communities and the role players in the sport science industry effectively by applying appropriate principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity).
    11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills that will give them the edge to enter into different sectors of the sport science-industry as specialists (employment seeking skills). 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The learners will be assessed as competent when they can:

    1.
  • Problems in the field of sport science are identified and solved by applying the relevant theoretical principles on a postgraduate level (problem solving skills).

    2.
  • Research in the field of sport science (including gathering, analyzing, synthesizing and interpretation of information) by utilizing the relevant theoretical research principles (research skills) is planned and executed.

    3.
  • The ability to communicate orally and in writing with role players in the field of sport science (communication skills) is demonstrated.

    4.
  • A theoretical and practical macrovision of sport science locally, provincially/regionally, internationally and nationally (macrovision) is demonstrated.

    5.
  • Resources and opportunities in the field of sport science are organised and coordinated and responsibility for their activities (entrepreneurship/responsibility skills) is accepted.

    6.
  • The ablility to work in a team and practice acceptable social sensitivity in relationships with others (teamship) is demonstrated.

    7.
  • The required technology (example: testing and measurement equipment) in the sport science environment (technological and environmental literacy) is used.

    8.
  • Different learning strategies in acquiring capabilities of a sport scientist (explore learning strategies) are applied.

    9.
  • Responsible citisenship in the profession of sport science and sport (promoting citizenship) is promoted.

    10.
  • Sensitivity towards different sport communities and role players in the sport science industry (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity) is demonstrated.

    11.
  • The ability to apply for employment (employment seeking skills) is demonstrated.

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

    Formative assessment practices that will be implemented:

    Formative assessment is aimed at the developing of a life-long learning culture based on continuous self-study and comprises the following: practical and class assignments, essays, presentations, informal class tests, formal module tests in written or oral mode, research that leads to scientific assignments, self-assessment and group-assessment.

    Summative assessment practices that will be implemented:

    Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by means of a three hour written or oral examination at the end of each module on the study material covered in the module or other modules already passed.

    Pass requirements that will be implemented:

    Learners must achieve a minimum mark of 40% in the formative assessment to gain examination admission in each module.

    This admission mark is made up of all methods of formative assessment (tests and assignments) employed in a particular module. Summative assessment will assess learners by means of a written examination in each module, for which a minimum mark of 40% must be obtained. Learners pass a module by obtaining a final mark of at least 50%: 50 % comprises the mark obtained for the formative assessment, and 50% comprises the mark obtained in the examination. Learners with a final exam mark of at least 45%, may be granted a supplementary examination in the relevant module. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    Learners who obtain this qualification are expected to contribute to the effectiveness, productivity and ethical reputation of practitioners within the field of Sport Science and provide an impetus for global competitiveness. 

    ARTICULATION OPTIONS 
    Access to qualifications on a lower level:

    Learners who wish to gain access to certificates, diplomas or degrees on NQF level 5 or 6 may be allowed, subject to approval by the Dean and panel of participating departments.

    Access to qualifications on the same level:

    Learners who are (or have been) registered for this or another related qualification (or even for similar or related modules at another higher education or accredited training institution) will be allowed, with the permission of the Dean of the Faculty, to enter on the same level, provided that the rules of access have been complied with. Such learners will, therefore, retain credit for relevant modules passed at the previous institution.

    Access to qualifications on a higher level:

    The following possibilities for further study in higher education programmes having obtained this qualification exist: a Masters degree in Sport Science (NQF level 8) and related learning areas at any higher education institution which offers a Sport Science programme; a Post-graduate diploma in Sport Science (NQF level 8) and related learning areas at any higher education institution. 

    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    External examiners will be appointed by the Faculty upon recommendation by the Department of Sport and Movement studies at this institution. At least one external examiner per module will be appointed. External examiners will be selected from different higher education institutions in South Africa or abroad according to their experience. 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    Formal qualified assessors for evaluating learners in terms of foundational, practical and reflexive outcomes per module at the NQF level 7 will be appointed. The lecture of the module will be appointed as an assessor. Internal and external assessors (moderators and examiners) will be nominated by the Faculty, in consultation with the Department of Sport and Movement Studies and be registered with the appropriate ETQA, requiring them to comply with other criteria imposed by the relevant SGB.

    External examiners to the University with specialist academic knowledge in the relevant modules serve as external moderators for appropriate modules. At least one external and one internal examiner per module will be appointed. The lecturer of the module will serve as a internal examiner. Assessors with experience of assessment in the related field of study should be SAQA accredited. 

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

    NOTES 
    N/A 

    LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: 
    When qualifications are replaced, some of their learning programmes are moved to being recorded against the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replacement.
     
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    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: 
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    1. University of Johannesburg 


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