Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sesotho
Communication Studies and Language - Language
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Title
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sesotho (BA Hons Sesotho)
Purpose
The purpose of the qualification is to enable learners to develop scholarly knowledge of and insight into Sesotho literature and linguistics in comparison to other African languages. This will clarify the specific nature and characteristics of texts in major literary genres such as fiction, poetry, and drama, as well as other forms of complementary writing. Learners will also become aware of linguistic conventions and constructions in Sesotho and other African languages, and how literature and language both produce and reflect cultural change and differences. Finally, the qualification aims to provide a critical understanding of the role of African languages in society, particularly in relation to other languages and how language empowers people.
Rationale
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sesotho qualification is designed to educate learners in the theory and practice of Sesotho, enabling them to become relevant role players and practitioners in South African society. Graduates will be equipped to address problems within the context of Sesotho across various fields of specialization. The qualification aims to aid relevant stakeholders, such as potential employers, current learners, and parents, in understanding the criteria that determine job opportunities in the realm of languages and humanities, specifically in Sesotho.
The term "generic" indicates that the basic minimum outcomes and associated assessment criteria have been defined. The standards have been abstractly developed in alignment with the generic degrees project, not limited by discipline-specific knowledge but by consensus on the depth and complexity of learning and competencies expected from learners in such programs of study. Learners can create a customized learning program at an appropriate level by drawing from a range of disciplines to achieve the desired outcomes.
This generic qualification standard establishes a minimum requirement for the Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in languages and humanities, comprising at least 128 credits within the 'general track' of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced scholarly and scientific knowledge and understanding of approaches to, as well as terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules and theories typical to Sesotho at advanced level within the context of other African languages.
- Identify, analyse, and solve problems within the context of Sesotho in a critical and creative manner.
- Demonstrate the ability to search for, control, apply, analyse, and integrate knowledge independently, as well as to evaluate it in a responsible and well-grounded manner.
- Demonstrate competency as effective learners who understand the need for life-long learning.
- Report on research and communicate it in writing and orally, with the use of appropriate Information Technology (IT).
- Critically evaluate of ethics and practices akin to the language of Sesotho.
- Articulate and communicate the value of being a competent and critical user of Sesotho within a vocational context as well as within a culturally-diverse South African and world population.
Assessment Criteria
Integrated assessment in this educational context involves continuous formative assessment to provide ongoing feedback to learners on their progress towards specific learning outcomes. Summative assessment, on the other hand, is focused on the exit-level outcomes of the qualification. This type of assessment includes various methods such as integrated assessments, mini-dissertations, and other assignments that evaluate the learners' ability to integrate a broad range of knowledge, competencies, and attitudes represented by the Exit-Level Outcomes.
Integrated assignments are designed to assess whether the overall purpose of the qualification has been achieved, either in its entirety or in the individual components of the program of study. These assessments also focus on evaluating the learners' applied competence in real-world situations. It is crucial that a diverse range of knowledge, skills, competencies, and attitudes are integrated using innovative methods. When assessing outcomes, it is important to consider and recognize the criteria and assessment methods that effectively measure these integrated elements.
Learners in this context may be assessed through various means, including written literature reviews, project reports, practical tests, oral presentations, and final oral and written examinations. These assessments are designed to evaluate the learners' holistic knowledge and interpretative skills, ensuring that they have a comprehensive understanding of the material covered in the qualification.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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