Bachelor of Arts Honours in African Languages
Communication Studies and Language - Language
Purpose and Rationale
Qualification Summary
Research Skills:
- The qualification provides learners with research skills to conduct academic inquiries effectively.
Theoretical and Intellectual Knowledge:
- Learners will acquire a solid theoretical foundation and intellectual knowledge in their field of study.
Problem-solving Skills:
- The qualification equips learners with problem-solving skills to address complex issues in their area of expertise.
Academic Communicative Skills:
- Learners will develop strong academic communication skills both orally and in writing.
Evaluative Skills:
- The qualification enhances learners' ability to critically evaluate information and data.
Practice-orientated Competency:
- Learners will gain practical skills enabling them to take a holistic and reflective approach to teaching principles and methodology.
Advanced Career Preparation:
- Outcomes prepare learners for a successful career in teaching or as a language practitioner.
Further Learning Opportunities:
- Learners are equipped to pursue additional studies in the field.
Versatility and Relevance:
- The qualification provides skills relevant to various professions and emphasizes language competencies for versatility in practice.
Benefits to Learners:
- Development of a positive scientific attitude
- Sensitivity to linguistic communication
- Awareness of language issues in the community and the ability to address them
- Preparation for diverse and multidimensional roles in society
- Access to further training and educational opportunities
- Relevance in teaching or language-related occupations requiring advanced language proficiency and knowledge
This qualification offers a well-rounded educational experience that prepares learners with valuable skills and knowledge for a successful career in teaching or language-related fields.
Outcomes
- Identify, analyse and reflect on linguistic and literary problems utilising appropriate general and language specific theoretical frameworks of the sub-discipline###
- Work as members of a group to solve particular problems and develop certain problem solving strategies within the discipline.
- Manage time and resources effectively.
- Achieve sustained personal, academic, occupational and professional growth through continuous study and research in the fields of linguistics and literature as well as be able to organise, analyse and evaluate critically using the relevant methodologies available in these disciplines.
- Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) in compliance with the requirements of the individual modules.
- Be technologically competent with regard to the technological requirements of each sub-discipline and develop a responsibility regarding the environment in which they function.
- Develop a broad vision regarding the relevance of the acquired knowledge.
- Master a variety of learning strategies that are applicable to the particular sub-field of study.
- Develop a responsibility to the community in the sense that reflexive problem-solving strategies can be devised and applied within the community.
- Be sensitive to the composition of the broader community and the aesthetic wealth that is connected thereto by demonstrating sensitivity to linguistic, literary and cultural diversity.
- Identify and explore occupational employment opportunities and utilise entrepreneurial skills.
- Develop competencies that will enable them to be innovative within a society.
Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcomes and Assessment Practices
The learner can:
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Identify, analyse, and reflect on linguistic and literary problems employing appropriate theories and frameworks.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Demonstrate communication skills by convincing and persuading peers/lecturers, taking others' convictions into consideration.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Adhere to schedules in terms of submission dates and class attendance, and utilize sources correctly.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Collect and analyse data appropriately and write a scientific report evaluating and synthesising various approaches/theories.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Use communicative skills relevant to the context.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Utilise technology and strategies based on theoretical foundations, showing sensitivity towards the environment and health.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Link acquired knowledge to other spheres of life.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Explore different learning strategies associated with personality traits.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Be responsible towards society and implement problem-solving strategies for societal problems.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Demonstrate sensitivity towards diversity in the community by interacting responsibly and ethically.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Explore employment and entrepreneurial opportunities in his/her career.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
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Be innovative and creative in applying acquired cognitive and practical skills.
- Assessment: Formative assessment through group projects and assignments.
Assessment Practices:
- Formative Assessment: Class tests, assignments, group projects.
- Summative Assessment: Written examinations focusing on exit-level outcomes.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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