UNISA

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Judaica

Communication Studies and Language - Language

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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Overview

The primary purpose of the qualification is to provide Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) graduates with:

  1. Systematic Knowledge: The program aims to equip students with systematic knowledge in a specific discipline or interdisciplinary framework.

  2. Specialised Skills: Students will acquire specialised skills that are essential for advanced training in their chosen field.

  3. Theoretical Competence: The qualification focuses on developing theoretical competence to prepare students for advanced levels of study.

The secondary purpose of the qualification is to produce graduates who can:

  1. Identify and Define Complex Problems: Graduates will be able to identify and define complex problems effectively.

  2. Apply Skills in Finding Solutions: They will have the confidence and ability to apply their skills to find solutions, especially in unfamiliar contexts.

The tertiary aim of the qualification is to produce graduates who:

  1. Demonstrate Thorough Familiarity: Students will have a thorough familiarity with a specific discipline or interdisciplinary framework.

  2. Capability for Independent Performance: Graduates will be equipped to perform independently as intellectual leaders in society.

Overall, the qualification aims to fulfill the needs of South Africa and other countries by producing competent graduates who can contribute towards solving complex problems and serve as leaders in their respective fields.

Outcomes

  1. Identify, analyse, formulate and solve convergent and divergent problems and issues related to the natural and human environments.
  2. Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community.
  3. Manage and organise own activities and life responsibly and effectively, including own studies within the open and distance learning context.
  4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information, as required.
  5. Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and/or language skills in the modes of oral and for written presentation, often in pieces of sustained discourse.
  6. 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.
  7. 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 own 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 theoretical knowledge and experience.
  • Offer informed suggestions and generate alternative strategies for problem-solving.
  • Critically evaluate theoretical standpoints and compare them to personal views.
  • Offer evidence to support views from theoretical and experiential bases.
  • Analyse global, national, and local communities in terms of problems, needs, and opportunities.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

  • Use 'people skills' in group situations.
  • Demonstrate respect and tolerance for diverse opinions without bias.
  • Undertake projects to show successful interaction.
  • Use advanced communication skills within a group.
  • Act as supportive followers and group participants.
  • Organise effective working groups and communicate interactions.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

  • Demonstrate theoretical skills and learning strategies.
  • Organise study plans and engage in effective time management.
  • Assess strengths and weaknesses and develop organisational strategies.
  • Offer sustained theoretical evidence to support decisions.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

  • Demonstrate research skills within a discipline.
  • Use library and other resources effectively.
  • Act responsibly as researchers (referencing, avoiding plagiarism, etc.).
  • Follow discipline-related conventions and guidelines.
  • Critically evaluate theories and argue appropriately.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

  • Communicate ideas logically with supporting evidence.
  • Evaluate conclusions and premises in academic arguments.
  • Use language competently and show awareness of conventions.
  • Use appropriate models of organisation and presentation.
  • Use statistics effectively and identify discipline-specific jargon.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

  • Demonstrate a responsible attitude towards scholarship and technology.
  • Use scientific methods of investigation and select technology appropriately.
  • Use natural resources sustainably and show respect for science and technology.
  • Show respect and openness towards others' environments.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

  • Demonstrate prior knowledge and experience relevant to the discipline.
  • Connect abstract knowledge to individual contexts.
  • Draw upon personal knowledge and experience when investigating.
  • Look beyond disciplinary boundaries for solutions.

Integrated Assessment:

  • Summative Assessment through a written exam (80%) and a research article (80%).
  • Formative Assessment through draft papers (20%) and assignments.
  • Assessment designed to test research skills, knowledge, and competence.
  • Formative Assessment through study guide activities, self-assessment questions, and written assignments.
  • Feedback provided in study guides, tutorial letters, and marked assignments.

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
120
SAQA Source
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UNISA, short for the University of South Africa, is a distance education institution based in South Africa. It is the largest university on the African continent and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields of study. UNISA provides flexible learning options, allowing students to study at their own pace and from anywhere in the world. The university is known for its commitment to providing accessible and affordable education to a diverse student population. UNISA also conducts research and collaborates with other institutions to contribute to the development of knowledge and skills in South Africa and beyond.
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