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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sociology |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
73754 | Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sociology | |||
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 07 - Human and Social Studies | General Social Science | ||
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 |
The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with the ability to discuss the theory and methodology of Sociology and to contribute to current debates in Sociology on an intermediate level. Learners will be able to apply this knowledge to issues pertinent to the field of Sociology in the South Africa context. Also, a qualifying learner will be able to plan, design, and execute research, using appropriate methodology, and report on research findings. He/she will be able to understand, interpret, analyse and present research data. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Recognition of prior learning:
All potential learners who do not have a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology or Industrial Sociology need to provide proof of an equivalent qualification. Those learners who claim that they have achieved relevant prior learning that should give them access to the programme, need to apply to the Departmental Chairperson of the Department of Sociology for recognition of prior learning. Potential learners who want to be credited for prior learning and experience for a particular module(s), need to apply in writing to the Departmental Chairperson of the Department of Sociology, 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 should not be to the detriment of the potential learner and that his/her chances of success are reasonable. The Committee will assess learners' 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. Entry Requirements: The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is: |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
The learner should be able to:
1. Critically and creatively describe and apply different theoretical models and constructs in Sociology to specific social problems in authentic Southern African contexts on an intermediate level and be able to reflect on their problem-solving process. 2. Work in a group and reflect on their participation in groups. 3. Accept responsibility for own learning in terms of time management and quality of the work at the intermediate level. 4. Design, plan, and execute a meso-level research task based on a theoretical framework within an authentic context; be able to reflect research and to report on research findings on an intermediate level. 5. Engage with and critique constructively the ideas of their peers and others. 6. Use science and technology effectively and critically, based on a theoretical framework, showing responsibility towards the environment and the health of others and reflect on this process on an intermediate level. 7. Propose solutions to specific social problems in the South African context by taking race, ethnicity, political issues, gender and multiculturalism into account. 8. Search for and access appropriate resources employing a range of learning strategies and technologies within the field of Sociology on an intermediate level. 9. Develop a responsibility towards other members of society. 10. Project cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards people from different cultures based on theoretical knowledge and reflect on this process. 11. Develop employment-seeking skills within the field of Sociology. 12. Explore entrepreneurial possibilities within the field of Sociology. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcomes:
Integrated assessment: 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: A range of formative assessment strategies is used. Formative assessment strategies include, among other things, short essays, presentations in small groups and practical activities. Self-assessment activities are included in study guides. Opportunities for peer assessment are included. Summative assessment practices that will be implemented: Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done using written assignments, formal module tests and the execution and presentation of a research project, as well as end-of-semester final examinations. |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
This qualification compares with the following international qualifications in terms of the range of competencies in the learning content offered. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: |
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: |
When qualifications are replaced, some (but not all) of their learning programmes are moved to the replacement qualifications. If a learning programme appears to be missing from here, please check the replaced qualification. |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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1. | University of Johannesburg |
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. |