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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY |
REGISTERED QUALIFICATION: |
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics |
SAQA QUAL ID | QUALIFICATION TITLE | |||
97936 | Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics | |||
ORIGINATOR | ||||
North West University | ||||
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(Min 480) | Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services | Rehabilitative Health/Services | ||
ABET BAND | MINIMUM CREDITS | PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL | NQF LEVEL | QUAL CLASS |
Undefined | 572 | Not Applicable | 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 | 2034-06-30 |
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 this qualification in Biokinetics is to provide learners with a sound scientific knowledge base in the field of Human Physiology, Anatomy, Kinesiology and Human Movement Science as well as practical skills and appropriate attitudes and values to enhance health, optimise wellbeing and performance, and prevent the progression of certain ailments of individuals and communities. The main focus of this qualification is to provide professional training in respect of scientifically based prescriptive exercise in the following four domains of practice: Rationale: Since 1984, Biokinetics as an area of specialisation within the Human Movement Science has been registered by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). It became imperative that due to the level and demand of professional training and the requirements set by the professional bodies in South Africa, that a professional four-year Degree be available for prospective biokinetists. This four-year professional Degree in Biokinetics was designed for the professional sector in which Biokineticists function (part of the paramedical discipline and Board of Physiotherapy and Podiatry) with a view to producing trained professionals who will be able to provide communities and individuals with guidance and practical skills in the different modes of exercise and/or physical activity to improve health, performance, motor ability and general well-being. The growing need in our country for optimisation of physical performances in the workplace, on the sports field, for preventive medicine for sports injuries, hypokinetic diseases, other related ailments and the appropriate and effective rehabilitation of such ailments and injuries, resulted in the development of this qualification whereby all these factors were taken into consideration in the planning of the qualification. The scientific knowledge needed at this professional level requires that learners be theoretically grounded and trained with the necessary skills. This qualification also complies with national and international best practice standards. The offering of the new Degree will be handled with careful cognisance of the supply and demand of the profession as to ensure sustainability of quality and employment opportunities for the learner. It should be noted that upon successful completion of the qualification the learner will be able to register with the HPCSA, Board of Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Biokinetics. |
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
The 4-year professional Degree in Biokinetics was developed in accordance with the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy of the institution. RPL for this qualification will adhere to and be applied in accordance with the institution's policy as well as the accepted procedures for RPL laid down by the Council on Higher Education (CHE). RPL can be used to: Entry Requirements: The minimum entrance requirements for this qualification are: Or Or |
RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING? |
Y |
QUALIFICATION RULES |
The qualification consists of compulsory modules at NQF Levels 5, 6, 7 and 8 and elective modules at NQF Levels 6 and 7, totalling 572.
Learners are to complete all the compulsory modules as well as a selection of elective modules totalling 64 credits, giving a total of 572 credits. Compulsory Modules at NQF Level 5: Compulsory Modules at NQF Level 6: Elective Modules at NQF Level 6: Compulsory Modules at NQF Level 7: Elective Modules at NQF Level 7: |
EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES |
1. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to the structure and function of the human body systems.
2. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to the psycho-socio aspects of health, function and human performance. 3. Demonstrate adequate knowledge understanding, skills and attitudes related to biomechanics. 4. Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to exercise physiology and clinical exercise physiology for rehabilitation. 5. Demonstrate adequate knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to exercise science. 6. Plan and implement effective and efficient therapeutic and recreation programmes. 7. Demonstrate specialised knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to human motor behaviour. 8. Apply relevant and appropriate knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes to the prevention and rehabilitation of musculo-skeletal injuries. 9. Apply specialised knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to health promotion, health education and health related aspects of exercise and physical activity. 10. Apply specialised knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes related to health promotion, health education and health related aspects of exercise and physical activity. Apply relevant knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes in conducting scientifically sound/based measurement and evaluation in biokinetics contexts. 11. Apply relevant knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes to management of chronic diseases and disabilities. 12. Apply relevant knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes to biokinetics related research. 13. Manage a private or public biokinetics practice or health care facility effectively and efficiently. |
ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA |
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
Associate Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 8: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 9: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 10: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 11: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 12: Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 13: Integrated Assessment: The modules of this qualification are interrelated and the knowledge and skill components will be mastered in all modules to complete the practical components of the qualification with success. Thus, integrated assessment is a necessity. As required by the level descriptors and assessment criteria for tertiary level qualifications, the acquired body of knowledge obtained during the first three years of study in this Degree, will be integrated and applied during the fourth year of study. The integration and application will be in the form of: |
INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY |
The four-year Biokinetics professional qualification is compared with other well known international qualifications with the same basic minimum requirements of course work and practical work.
(Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training) at Boston University: College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Sargent College (USA): 'The will prepare learners for a variety of entry-level positions in athletic training. In addition to academic studies and clinical training in the sciences and health-related disciplines, it includes course work that will help develop the ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Graduates will be eligible to take the Board of Certification examination to become a certified athlete trainer. In addition, as preparation to become a health care professional, the learner will be exposed and trained to receive the clinical experiences which are incorporated into the Degree qualification. Bachelor of Kinesiology (General) at the University of Calgary (Canada): Learners will be exposed to: Bachelor of Arts in Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) at University of Sydney (Australia): The Bachelor of Applied provides learners with both academic and professional training in a specialised area of health care. The qualification may be undertaken in the areas of diagnostic radiography, exercise and sport science, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or speech pathology. The Bachelor of Applied Science qualification incorporates extensive clinical and professional fieldwork opportunities, providing hands-on experience with real clients in a supervised environment. This allows the learner to combine the academic components of the course with the practical abilities required of your chosen profession. Conclusion: The results of the comparability studies conducted reveal that this qualification compares well with the international qualifications in Biokinetics in Sports Science and Human Movement Psychology. |
ARTICULATION OPTIONS |
This qualification does not articulate with any other qualification offered by the University of the North West. The qualification offers systemic articulation opportunities with qualifications offered by other institutions, provided the student meets the minimum admission requirements. They are;
Horizontal Articulation: Vertical Articulation: . Master of Philosophy in Biokinetics, Level 9. |
MODERATION OPTIONS |
N/A |
CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS |
N/A |
NOTES |
N/A |
LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION: |
NONE |
PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION: |
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1. | North West University |
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