University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Journalism

Communication Studies and Language - Communication Studies

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Purpose and Rationale

Qualification Summary

The primary purpose of this qualification is to develop the intermediate applied competence of qualifying learners in Journalism.

  • Intermediate applied competence implies the advanced ability to acquire, analyse, interpret, and apply complex communication principles and theories related to the context of Journalism within relevant sectors of the print and electronic media and the broadcasting industry.
  • Furthermore, learners will develop the highly sophisticated ability to internalise, reflect, and communicate complex strategic decisions and applications effectively through the progressive and suitable use of scientific language and technical terminology associated with Journalism.
  • This qualification will facilitate effective critical learning through exposure to and application of specialised learning styles, thereby enabling the learner to navigate and holistically manage the multifaceted, dynamic context of Journalism.

Outcomes

  1. Identify, evaluate, anticipate and solve advanced Journalism and communication problems using critical and creative thinking.
  2. Manage and work effectively with others as a member of a Journalism team or group to identify, solve and critically evaluate advanced communication and Journalism problems.
  3. Organise and manage personal activities related to the Journalism learning process in a accountable manner.
  4. Collect, analyse, organise, critically evaluate conceptualise and apply complex information pertaining to Journalism.
  5. Communicate complex Journalism information effectively using appropriate communication skills and media, and facilitate effective verbal and non-verbal persuasive communication.
  6. Use Journalism science and technology effectively, critically and responsibly to address sophisticated issues pertaining to Journalism.
  7. Demonstrate heightened understanding of the related systems of Journalism and the dynamic interrelationship between these units and the broader context.
  8. Acquire and reflect on advanced learning skills and strategies appropriate to the context of communication and Journalism.
  9. Acquire heightened understanding of the intricate principles of responsible citizenship with regard to journalism in local, national and global communities.
  10. Demonstrate understanding of, and apply heightened cultural and aesthetic sensitivity to the process of Journalism.
  11. Develop advanced employment seeking skills within the Journalism employment context.
  12. Identify and develop multiple Journalism entrepreneurial opportunities.

Assessment Criteria

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcomes:

  1. The learner should identify, evaluate, and solve advanced Journalism problems using critical and creative thinking.
  2. The learner must work effectively with others in a journalism team to identify, solve, and critically evaluate highly complex communication and journalism problems.
  3. The learner should organize and manage personal activities related to the journalism learning process in an accountable manner.
  4. The learner must collect, analyze, organize, critically evaluate, and apply complex information pertaining to journalism.
  5. The learner should communicate specialized journalism information effectively, using appropriate communication skills and media for effective verbal and non-verbal persuasive communication.
  6. The learner must use journalism science and technology effectively, critically, and responsibly to address sophisticated issues in journalism.
  7. The learner should demonstrate a heightened understanding of the related systems of journalism and the dynamic interrelationship between these units and the broader context.
  8. The learner should acquire and reflect on advanced learning skills and strategies appropriate to the context of communication and journalism.
  9. The learner must acquire a heightened understanding of the principles of responsible citizenship with regard to journalism in local, national, and global communities.
  10. The learner should demonstrate an understanding of, and apply heightened cultural and aesthetic sensitivity to the process of journalism.
  11. The learner must develop advanced employment-seeking skills within the journalism employment context.
  12. The learner should identify and develop multiple journalism entrepreneurial opportunities.

Integrated Assessment:

  • Continuous assessment practices are integral to the qualification design.
  • Learning outcomes are explicit to learners with a coherent assessment strategy for each module.
  • A balance between formative and summative assessment strategies is maintained.
  • Formative assessment practices:
    • Include various strategies like short essays, group presentations, practical activities, field visits, publications, and self-assessment activities.
    • Provide opportunities for peer assessment.
  • Summative assessment practices:
    • Focus on achieving exit-level outcomes through written assignments, module tests, research projects, and final examinations at the end of each semester.

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
120
SAQA Source
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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. It was established in 2005 through the merger of the Rand Afrikaans University, Technikon Witwatersrand, and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. UJ is one of the largest universities in South Africa, with over 50,000 students enrolled across its four campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, including arts, humanities, sciences, engineering, business, and health sciences. UJ is known for its commitment to providing quality education, promoting social justice, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
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