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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: 

Bachelor of Science in Sport Recreation and Exercise Science 
SAQA QUAL ID QUALIFICATION TITLE
96696  Bachelor of Science in Sport Recreation and Exercise Science 
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
National First Degree  Field 02 - Culture and Arts  Sport 
ABET BAND MINIMUM CREDITS PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL QUAL CLASS
Undefined  360  Not Applicable  NQF Level 07  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
2027-06-30   2029-06-30  

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 Science in Sport Recreation and Exercise Science is to have a generic qualification that includes all the aspects of sport and exercise science in the first two years of the undergraduate degree. In the third and final year, learners will be required to make a well-informed and educated decision whether they would like to follow the postgraduate stream in Biokinetics or in Exercise Science. Qualifying learners will be able to:
  • Explain, demonstrate and lead effective sport, recreation and exercise sessions.
  • Explain, demonstrate and coach the basic skills of sport.
  • Evaluate basic skills of sport.
  • Explain and apply the rules of sport and recreational activities.

    Rationale:
    Sport and the associated industries of leisure, recreation, and fitness have entered a period of rapid growth. Recent skills audits conducted by the Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA), have highlighted the need for capacity building in sport to promote competence in managing sport organisations, tournaments and events, sport teams and sport facilities. South Africa is being given more opportunities to host sport events at a national and international level. This qualification provides professionals who can work at the level of competence required for international sport events. Sports marketing with sport sponsorships represent a multimillion rand industry and the current range of TV channels dedicated to sport is evident of publics' interest and demand for sporting activities.
    The qualification prepares its qualifying learners for work in various sectors of the sport world.

    These sectors include the following:
  • NGO (Non-Government Organisation).
  • Public (National, Provincial, District, Regional, Local and agencies).
  • Entrepreneurial (Manufacturing, Tourism, Sport skills, sport goods, Management organisation and information technology).
  • Services (sport medicine, talent development, wellness, consulting, coaching, PR and communication, marketing and events).
  • Fitness (Trainers, health promotion and physical activities).
  • Administrative (clubs, facilities, federations and teams).
  • Education (school, academies and tertiary). 
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    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 RPL policy and its admission criteria stipulated by Senate. In the RPL process, learners have to undergo a Portfolio Development Course (PDC) to support the learner's admission. The PDC will focus on written submission explaining the reasons for the learner' interest in in the discipline as an adjunct to their existing professional competencies.

    Entry Requirements:
    The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:
  • National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's studies.
    Or
  • Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 with endorsement. 
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    RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? 
    Y 

    QUALIFICATION RULES 
    This qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules at NQF Level 5, 6 and 7 totalling 365 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 95 Credits:
  • Chemistry 116, 15 Credits.
  • Chemistry 126, 15 Credits.
  • Medical Biosciences 111, 15 Credits.
  • Medical Biosciences121, 15 Credits.
  • Fundamental of Exercise Physiology113, 15 Credits.
  • Exercise Science Theory (SRE 111), 20 Credits.

    Elective Modules, Level 5, 15 Credits (Choose two modules):
  • English for Edu Development 127, 15 Credits.
  • Computer Literacy 117, 15 Credits.
  • Computer Literacy 114, 15 Credits.
  • Computer Literacy124, 15 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules, Level 6,120 Credits:
  • Biotechnology 216, 20 Credits.
  • Medical Biosciences 231, 20 Credits.
  • Medical Biosciences 232, 20 Credits.
  • Theory: Evaluation and Measurement 216, 10 Credits.
  • Theory: Exercise Physiology 217, 10 Credits.
  • Sport Recr Exercise (Pract) 224, 10 Credits.
  • Theory: Motor Control & Development 236, 10 Credits.
  • Theory: Recreation 237, 10 Credits.
  • Theory: Sport Psychology 238, 10 Credits.

    Compulsory Modules at Level 7, 120 Credits:
  • Medical Biosciences 331, 30 Credits.
  • Medical Biosciences 332, 30 Credits.
  • Theory: Biomechanics 312, 10 Credits.
  • Theory: Impaired Motor Control 313, 10 Credits.
  • Sport Safety 316, 10 Credits.
  • Advanced Exercise Physiology 318, 10 Credits.
  • Sport Recr Exercise (Pract) 329, 10 Credits.
  • Sport Recr Exercise (Pract) 331, 10 Credits. 
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    EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES 
    1. Assess and interpret the health and fitness status of individuals.
    2. Explain, demonstrate and lead effective sport, fitness and conditioning programmes.
    3. Conduct effective exercise programmes for special populations, i.e., chronically diseased, physically challenged and elderly. 

    ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 
    The following Associated Assessment Criteria applies across all the Exit Level Outcome:
  • Demonstrate competencies in physical fitness testing,
  • Design and implement exercise programmes,
  • Organise and operate fitness facilities and resources,
  • Demonstrate leadership and competencies in training and supervision of exercise personnel,
  • Valuate exercise programmes,
  • Develop appropriate exercise programmes to address specific population needs.

    Integrated Assessment:
    The institution implements a Continuous Assessment System. Assessment consists of 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).

    Formative assessment:
    Learning and assessment are integrated and a variety of modules is included in the qualification; therefore, different types of formative assessment will be applied according to the nature of each module. Assessment during the year will consist of a combination of assignments including activities such as, portfolios, self-assessment tasks.

    Summative assessment:
    Examinations, or equivalent assessment such as a portfolio of evidence, assess a representative selection of the outcomes practised and assessed in the formative stage. Summative assessment also tests the learner's ability to manage and integrate a large body of knowledge to achieve the stated outcomes of the module. 
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    INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY 
    This qualification has been compared with the following international qualifications:

    Country: Australia:
    Institution: University of Western Sydney,
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Health Science in Sport and Exercise Science.

    The qualification provides education for those intending to work with elite athletes and their coaches in testing and training to improve performance. Learners may specialise after the degree in physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, psychology, and skill acquisition.

    Employers include institutes or academies of sport, and professional sports teams. They may also be employed in health and fitness centres run by businesses and communities or in clinics and hospitals that exercise skills for rehabilitation.

    Country: Australia:
    Institution: Murdoch University,
    Qualification Title: Bachelor of Science in Health Science in Sport.

    The qualification is designed to enable learners to develop knowledge and skills to prescribe exercise to healthy populations, including athletes, while understanding the psychological background to exercise and sport.

    Sweden: Swedish University for Sport and Health Sciences (GIH), Bachelor's Degree in Sport.

    The South African qualification is comparable with the international qualifications in terms of the purpose, focus and possible employment opportunities. 

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

    Horizontal Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Arts in Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science, NQF Level 7.

    Vertical Articulation:
  • Bachelor of Science Honours in Biokinetics, NQF Level 8.
  • Bachelor of Art Honours in Sport Recreation and Exercise Science, NQF Level 8. 
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    MODERATION OPTIONS 
    N/A 

    CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS 
    N/A 

    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.
     
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    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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