Bachelor of Library and Information Science Honours
Communication Studies and Language - Communication Studies
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Purpose:
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To provide advanced professional qualification: The qualification aims to offer learners an advanced level of expertise in library and information studies.
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To demonstrate advanced knowledge: Enable learners to exhibit advanced knowledge in library and information studies by mastering theoretical aspects of the field.
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To develop research skills and attitudes: Equip learners with the skills and attitudes necessary to conduct research using a variety of techniques effectively in the field of library and information Science.
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To enhance information provision standards: Improve the standard of information provision in organizations and communities by producing experts in information management.
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To empower learners with higher managerial skills: Enable learners to acquire higher managerial skills to identify and solve complex problems in their chosen research fields.
Outcomes
- Use knowledge of various research methodologies in Social Sciences with special emphasis on library and information Studies.
- Show an in-depth knowledge of theories of management and the application of management techniques in the information environment.
- Identify children's and young adults' literature and services.
- Understand the socio-cultural context of literacy as well as skills in sustaining literary programmes.
- Show familiarity with the publishing industry and modern publishing processes.
- Organise and manage oneself and ones activities effectively to contribute to full personnel development.
- Work effectively as a member of a team, group or organisation.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Learners must produce a mini dissertation on a topic approved by the department and relevant committees.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Analyse and assess information needs and demands of specialised interest groups in society by applying theory to find solutions to relevant problems.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Categorise and evaluate literature effectively.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Design and participate in literacy programmes successfully.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Produce desktop publications and provide solutions to challenges in the publication industry.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Adhere to deadlines, prepare well-structured seminars, engage in personal discussions, and monitor personal development.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Demonstrate performance during group work discussions and interactions with staff members.
Integrated assessment:
- Formative assessment: assignments, discussions, brain-storming sessions, research projects, seminars, visual and oral presentations.
- Summative assessment: Examinations and the production of a mini dissertation.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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