Bachelor of Arts Honours in Applied Linguistics
Communication Studies and Language - Language
Purpose and Rationale
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 a specific discipline or within an interdisciplinary framework. This prepares them for specialist training at an advanced level.
The second purpose of the qualification is to equip graduates with in-depth knowledge and confidence to identify and define complex problems. They are also trained to apply their skills in finding solutions, particularly in unfamiliar contexts, benefiting South Africa and other countries.
The third purpose of the qualification is to produce individuals who can exhibit strong familiarity with a specific discipline or interdisciplinary framework. Graduates are expected to operate independently as intellectual leaders in society, contributing to the growth and development of South Africa and other nations.
Outcomes
- Identify, analyse, formulate, and solve convergent and divergent problems of living, of individual and societal kinds, creatively and innovatively.
- Work effectively with others as members and leaders of a team, group, organisation, community, and provide leadership to the group output in tasks growing out of the fields traditionally considered as the humanities.
- Manage and organise their activities and life responsibly and effectively, including their studies and careers.
- Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
- Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation, in 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 contexts.
- 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 in the local and broader community.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Identify, analyse and solve complex problems: Drawing on personal experience and theoretical knowledge to offer informed suggestions or generate alternative strategies for problems at different levels.
- Critically evaluate theoretical standpoints: Comparing them to personal views and offering evidence to support views.
- Analyse global, national, and local community problems: Identifying needs and opportunities.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Use 'people skills' in group situations: Demonstrating tolerance, empathy, and listening skills.
- Respect for others' opinions: Reporting without bias and demonstrating tolerance of diversity.
- Undertake projects: Providing evidence of successful interactions with others.
- Use advanced communication skills: Acting as supportive followers, organising effective working groups, and communicating evidence of group interactions.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Demonstrate theoretical skills: Organising study plans, engaging in effective time management, and assessing strengths and weaknesses.
- Independent thinking: Offering sustained theoretical evidence to support decisions.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Demonstrate research skills: Using library and other resources effectively, integrating information from various sources, and acting responsibly as researchers.
- Critically evaluating theories: Following discipline-related conventions and guidelines.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Communicate ideas logically: Providing supporting evidence in a sustained manner and evaluating conclusions in academic arguments.
- Language competence: Using appropriate conventions, models of organization, and statistics effectively.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Responsible attitude towards scholarship and technology: Using scientific methods, selecting technology appropriately, and utilizing natural resources sustainably.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Demonstrate prior knowledge and experience: Connecting abstract knowledge to individual contexts, drawing upon personal experience when investigating and analyzing.
- Interdisciplinary solutions: Looking beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries for possible solutions.
Integrated Assessment:
- Formative assessment: Activities, self-assessment questions, and written assignments contribute to the final mark.
- Summative assessment: Conducted through examinations with feedback provided upon request.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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