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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Biokinetics 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
86182  Bachelor of Arts Honours in Biokinetics 
ORIGINATOR
University of the Western Cape 
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 10 - Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences  Physical Sciences 
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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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 Bachelor of Arts Honours qualification in Biokinetics is to provide suitable learners with appropriate postlearner research skills and qualifications in the field of Biokinetics, especially as it is a rapidly developing field for learners from previously disadvantaged communities.

Rationale:
The qualification provides learners with the required knowledge, skills attitude (ethics) related to the describing, assessing, explaining, facilitating, and developing human function in multi-cultural and sport/exercise contexts. Also, the qualification develops the benchmarking core and derived knowledge, assessment, intervention, professional ethics, research and referral competencies to enable learners to meet requirements of the Professional Board for Physiotherapy, Biokinetics and Podiatry.

The qualification contributes to equity and redress in South African's society to by providing skilled and cultural sensitive sports practitioners who can promote and enhance physical and psychological well-being and health and thus contribute to the general upliftment of our society. 

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Access to the qualification can also be provided in terms of the institution's Recognition of Prior Learning policy and its admission criteria stipulated by Senate. In the Recognition of Prior Learning process learners have to undergo a Portfolio Development Course to support the learner's admission. The PDC will focus on written submission explaining the reasons for the learners' interest in Biokinetics as an adjunct to their existing professional competencies and indicating the nature of a possible research project.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirements for this qualification is a:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Biokinetics, NQF Level 7.
    Or
  • Bachelor of Arts in Sport Recreation and Exercise Science, Level 7. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
  • Research Project.
  • Biokinetics.
  • Research Methods.
  • Statistics.
  • Kinanthropometry.
  • Exercise Physiology.
  • Motor Control and Learning.
  • Motor Control and Learning.
  • Physical Evaluation 1.
  • Exercise Testing and Prescription. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions, using critical thinking, have been made.
    2. Organise and manage oneself and one's activities responsibly and effectively.
    3. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
    4. Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical, and language skills in the modes of written and oral presentation. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following associated assessment criteria apply across all Exit Level Outcome:
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Biokinetics.
  • Demonstrate and understand the knowledge gained in the applied field of Biokinetics such as Exercise Physiology, Motor Control and Learning, Physical Evaluation Exercise Testing and Prescription.
  • Apply efficient and effective health promotion, rehabilitation and/or performance enhancement qualifications through the integration and application of the knowledge gained.
  • Hold appropriate professional ethics relevant to the applied field of Biokinetics.
  • Collect, analyse and critically evaluate information with regards to Human Movement Science.
  • Critically review the literature in the field of sport and exercise science and related disciplines.
  • Acquire the knowledge and skills to function competently as a researcher or sport and exercise scientist.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The assessment takes place according to strict assessment criteria, as outlined in the prescribed module descriptor. Lecturers set assignments, class tests and the final assessment papers in terms of module outcomes viz. An adequate level of relevant text comprehension to be demonstrated, adequate range of relevant sources to have been accessed and relevant problems to have been grasped, and appropriate theoretical and practical assignments and case studies as well as solutions to problems to have been presented. This ensures that assessments maintain a certain standard following the standards as set out in the syllabus. An external moderator moderates assessment papers set. The same principle applies to the final marking of the assessments. This ensures that skills and concepts are mastered, thereby maintaining a standard of assessment relevant to this offering.

    The institution adopted a Continuous Assessment System. Assessment consist of a number assessment events throughout the year and a variety of assessment instruments are used (for example, tests, essays, practical reports, project reports and oral presentations). 
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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:
  • Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sports Recreation and Exercise, NQF Level 8.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Master of Philosophy in Biokinetics, NQF Level 8. 
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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 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 the Western Cape 


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