UNISA

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Philosophy

Human and Social Studies - General Social Science

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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Details

  • Name: Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  • Purpose:
    1. Provide graduates with systematic knowledge, specialized skills, and theoretical competence in a specific discipline or interdisciplinary framework for advanced specialist training.
    2. Equip graduates to identify and solve complex problems within various contexts.
    3. Develop individuals who can independently lead as intellectual authorities within their society.
  • Rationale:
    • Emphasis on content-based learning necessitated the replacement of an education module with a content module.
    • Inclusion of an advanced research project to culminate in the acceptance of a relevant topic.

Outcomes

  1. Identify, analyse, formulate and solve convergent and divergent problems and issues related to the natural environment.
  2. 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.
  3. Manage and organise her or his activities and life responsibly and effectively, including her or his studies within the open and distance learning context.
  4. Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information, as required in the pursuit of the Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honours (Hons) (Philosophy).
  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 their responsibilities to those locally and the broader community.

Assessment Criteria

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

  • Identify, analyze, and solve concrete and abstract problems using theoretical knowledge and experiential base.
  • Offer informed suggestions for problem-solving at various levels.
  • Generate alternative strategies for problem-solving.
  • Critically evaluate theoretical standpoints and compare them to own views.
  • Offer evidence to support stated views.
  • Analyze global, national, and local community problems related to science and technology.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

  • Demonstrate respect for scientific opinions without bias.
  • Undertake theoretical and practical projects for successful interaction.
  • Utilize advanced scientific communication skills within a group.
  • Lead effectively within own competence limits.
  • Organize effective working groups.
  • Communicate group interactions through various reporting methods.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

  • Organize study plans and engage in effective time management.
  • Develop strategies suited to personal situations.
  • Think independently and provide theoretical evidence for decisions.
  • Assess strengths and weaknesses and develop organizational strategies.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

  • Use library and computer resources effectively for research.
  • Integrate information from various sources.
  • Act responsibly as a researcher.
  • Follow scholarly conventions in the discipline.
  • Apply relevant discipline-related conventions and guidelines.
  • Critically evaluate theories, examples, experimental results.
  • Argue appropriately within the relevant discourse community.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:

  • Use others' ideas responsibly without plagiarism.
  • Evaluate academic arguments.
  • Follow literacy and numeracy conventions.
  • Use appropriate organisation and presentation models.
  • Use statistics effectively to support ideas.
  • Identify discipline-specific jargon.
  • Use language to analyze, evaluate, and critique others' ideas.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

  • Select technology appropriate to individual or group needs.
  • Use natural resources sustainably.
  • Show respect and responsibility towards science and technology.
  • Consider ethics in science and technology.
  • Respect psychological, health, and physical environments of others.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:

  • Use interdisciplinary methods to solve science and technology problems.
  • Follow an integrated approach to learning and studying.

Integrated Assessment:

  • Formative assessment through various activities and assignments.
  • Summative assessment through examinations per module.

Assessment is done in line with the institution's policy to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of students' understanding and application of the outlined criteria.

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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