Bachelor of Administration Honours in Political Science
Human and Social Studies - Public Policy Politics and Democratic Citizenship
Purpose and Rationale
Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification:
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Graduate-Level Knowledge and Skills:
- The qualification aims to equip learners with graduate-level knowledge, specific skills, and applied competence in Political Sciences. This will enable them to pursue further personal intellectual growth, engage in gainful economic activities, and make rewarding contributions to society. It emphasizes diversity, accessibility, and equal distribution of resources, promoting lifelong learning.
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Widening Local Leadership Base:
- By producing significant numbers of graduates in Political Sciences, the qualification contributes to expanding South Africa's leadership base. This is crucial for fostering innovation and knowledge-based economic and scholarly endeavors within the local context.
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Cadre of Social Analysts and Experts:
- The qualification seeks to develop a cadre of social analysts, researchers, facilitators, developers, managers, service providers, and experts in Political Sciences. These professionals will possess a comprehensive understanding of social sciences methodologies and advancements, laying the foundation for pursuing specific postgraduate qualifications in the field.
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Exit-Level Outcome for Course-Work Masters Programme:
- For students enrolled in a course-work Masters program in Political Sciences who opt not to complete the full program, this qualification serves as an exit-level outcome. By meeting the credit requirements, students can still attain a recognized qualification in the field.
Through these purposes, the qualification aims to nurture skilled professionals, enhance leadership capacity, foster scholarly pursuits, and provide flexibility for students pursuing advanced studies in Political Sciences in South Africa.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate good language proficiency required for the practice of administration.
- Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the Political Sciences, and the ability to apply skills effectively in his/her chosen field of expertise within the field of the Political Sciences.
- Demonstrate computer skills and basic critical and creative thinking skills.
- Analyse, theories and models for application.
- Demonstrate management ethics and strategic thinking.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes:
- Good and appropriate language is used in interaction with the public and peers.
- Knowledge and skills in Political Sciences are effectively applied in the chosen field of expertise.
- Computer skills and basic critical and creative thinking skills are utilized.
- Theories and models are evaluated for application.
- Management ethics and strategic thinking are evident in own work.
Integrated Assessment:
- Assessment criteria derived from learning outcomes.
- Norm-based and criteria-based modalities are used.
- Reliability ensured through internal and external moderation.
- Standards and levels required for qualification at Level 8 are met.
Modalities for Integrated Assessment:
- Written examinations.
- Oral examinations.
- Other methods allowing for formative and summative assessment tasks.
- Portfolios.
- Group discussions, presentations, peer evaluations, observation, and live application of competency in practical settings may also be used.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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