Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Politics
Human and Social Studies - Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Purpose and Rationale
The Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Politics aims to deepen the student's expertise in African Politics, obtained in a relevant Bachelor's Degree. This qualification demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence, and prepares students for research-based Postgraduate study.
The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) graduates with systematic knowledge, specialised skills, and theoretical competence focusing on or within a particular discipline or within an interdisciplinary framework to prepare them for specialist training at an advanced level.
A second purpose of the qualification is to provide South Africa (and other countries) with graduates who have in-depth knowledge and the confidence to identify and define complex problems and to apply their skills in finding solutions to those problems, especially within unfamiliar contexts.
A third purpose of the qualification is to provide South Africa (and other countries) with people who can demonstrate thorough familiarity with a particular discipline or interdisciplinary framework and have the ability to perform independently as intellectual leaders in their society.
Outcomes
- Identify, analyse, formulate and solve convergent and divergent problems and issues related to the natural environment.
- Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation, community, and contribute to the group output in tasks within the field of environmental management.
- Manage and organise her or his activities and life responsibly and effectively, including her or his studies within the open and distance learning context.
- Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information, as required for Bachelor of Arts (Integrated Organisational Communication).
- Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and for written presentation, often in pieces of sustained discourse.
- Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health and well-being of others, in community, national and global context.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems by recognising that problem solving contexts do not exist in isolation, and by acknowledging their responsibilities to those locally and the broader community.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1
- Identify, analyse, and solve complex and abstract problems: Drawing on personal experience and theoretical knowledge to offer informed suggestions and generate alternative strategies for problem-solving.
- Critical evaluation of theoretical standpoints: Comparing various theoretical perspectives to personal views and providing evidence to support opinions.
- Analysis of global, national, and local community: Identifying problems, needs, and opportunities at different levels.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2
- Utilization of 'people skills': Demonstrating tolerance, empathy, and effective communication in group settings.
- Respect for diversity: Reporting without bias and respecting diverse opinions.
- Effective group interactions: Undertaking projects to showcase successful interaction within groups and communicating evidence through reporting.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3
- Demonstration of theoretical skills and learning strategies: Organizing study plans, effective time management, and assessing strengths and weaknesses.
- Independent thinking: Offering sustained theoretical evidence to support decisions and evolving strategies suited to personal contexts.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4
- Logical communication with supporting evidence: Providing sustained arguments with sound conclusions and premises.
- Language competency: Showing awareness of written and oral conventions relevant to the discipline.
- Effective use of statistics: Incorporating statistics where necessary to support ideas and identifying discipline-specific jargon.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5
- Logical communication with supporting evidence: Providing sustained arguments with sound conclusions and premises.
- Language competency: Demonstrating awareness of written and oral conventions relevant to the discipline.
- Effective use of statistics: Utilizing statistics to support ideas and identifying discipline-specific jargon.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6
- Responsible attitude towards scholarship and technology: Using scientific methods of investigation and selecting technology to suit individual or group needs.
- Sustainable use of natural resources: Demonstrating respect for the environment and ethical attitudes towards science and technology.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7
- Integration of prior knowledge and experience: Connecting abstract theory to individual contexts and utilizing personal knowledge and experiences in investigating the world around them.
- Interdisciplinary approach: Looking beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries for solutions.
Integrated Assessment
- Formative Assessment: Includes activities, self-assessment questions, and written assignments to be submitted for assessment.
- Summative Assessment: Conducted through examinations, contributing to the final module mark along with assignment marks.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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