Bachelor of Arts Honours in Penology
Law, Military Science and Security - Justice in Society
Purpose and Rationale
Purpose
The purpose of the Bachelor of Arts Honours in Penology is to provide qualifying learners with systematic knowledge, specialised skills, theoretical and practical competence focusing on penology within a correctional services environment and in a wider interdisciplinary framework of the criminal justice system. The qualification aims to provide learners with in-depth knowledge and confidence to identify and address complex problems, apply their skills in finding solutions, especially within a correctional and rehabilitative criminal justice setting. Additionally, the qualification aims to equip learners with practical skills to address specific problems or challenges in a correctional and penological setting.
Rationale
The rationale behind offering this qualification is to provide learners with an in-depth knowledge of penology, correctional management, and related issues. Typically, learners coming from rural settings have a high probability of being employed in the Department of Justice and Correctional Services, specifically in rural prisons and correctional centres across South Africa. Rehabilitated youth can also find employment in the Law Enforcement Environment or government departments. The learning pathway in safety and security opens up opportunities for learners to enhance their careers or further their studies in related fields such as prison services, police, courts, private security, military, and other crime-related law enforcement areas.
Outcomes
- Design and conduct research in his or her area of specialisation Qualitative and quantitative data within the area of Penology are understood and applied.
- Articulate an understanding of the area of Penology at a high level of abstraction.
- Produce theoretical and research communications that draw on a range of dissemination of information.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level 1:
- Understand and apply qualitative and quantitative data within the area of Penology.
- Find information of professional relevance efficiently and independently.
- Demonstrate knowledge of research study under supervision.
- Design and conduct research utilizing the methods of the discipline.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level 2:
- Apply discipline-based knowledge and practices to an understanding of conceptual and practical problems.
- Apply theory and research methods of the discipline to the development of research questions.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level 3:
- Show an advanced understanding of the principles and practices underlying penological issues is shown.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the relevant legislation related to penology.
- Demonstrate a sound understanding of the role and functions of the correctional officials in a penological environment.
- Write a meaningful article on penological issues.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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