University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology

Human and Social Studies - Psychology

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Purpose and Rationale

Purpose of the Qualification

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with a broad-based foundation of strong and cohesive skills for further studies in advanced Psychology.

Learner Outcomes

  • Acquire a skills foundation for applied and fundamental research in Psychology at a Master's level.
  • Obtain analytical, interpretive, and integrative skills that have practical value for society.
  • Develop a holistic view of advanced Psychology and its applications in various contexts.
  • Be able to reflect on advanced Psychology and its implications.

Overall, this qualification aims to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to contribute effectively to the field of advanced Psychology and make a positive impact on society.

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate their ability to apply the theoretical principles of problem identification and solving correctly in the field of advanced psychology and reflect on the application made (problem solving skills)
  2. Correctly plan and exercise research in advanced psychology, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on advanced psychology issues by utilising the theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken (research skills)
  3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing (e.g. report writing) with the different role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflecting on the application made (communication skills)
  4. Accountably develop a theoretical and practical macro vision of the role of advanced psychology internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally (development of macro vision)
  5. Effectively and responsibly organise and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in the field of advanced psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflecting on the application (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of advanced psychology (entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)
  6. Practise acceptable social sensitivity in their relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (teamship)
  7. Utilise appropriate technology (computer, e-mail, fax, psychometric tests) effectively in the advanced psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)
  8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of advanced psychology (explore learning strategies)
  9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of psychology related skills (promoting citizenship)
  10. Practise acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of different communities and the role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
  11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the field of advanced psychology by utilising the theoretical principles and reflecting on the application thereof (employment seeking skills)

Assessment Criteria

Integrated Assessment Criteria

  1. Problem Solving Skills

    • Identify problems in advanced psychology
    • Apply relevant theoretical principles
    • Reflect on the application made

  2. Research Skills

    • Plan and conduct research in advanced psychology
    • Gather, analyze, synthesize, and interpret information
    • Utilize theoretical research principles
    • Reflect on the research undertaken

  3. Communication Skills

    • Communicate effectively orally and in writing
    • Apply theoretical principles of communication
    • Reflect on the application made

  4. Development of Macro Vision

    • Develop a theoretical and practical macro vision
    • Consider international, national, provincial/ regional, and local perspectives

  5. Entrepreneurship and Self-responsibility Skills

    • Organize and coordinate resources effectively
    • Accept responsibility for activities in advanced psychology
    • Apply relevant theoretical aspects
    • Reflect on the application

  6. Teamship

    • Practice social sensitivity in relationships
    • Work effectively in a team
    • Implement relevant theory
    • Reflect on implementation

  7. Technological and Environmental Literacy

    • Utilize appropriate technology effectively
    • Incorporate technology in the advanced psychology environment

  8. Explore Learning Strategies

    • Explore different learning strategies
    • Acquire capabilities of a practitioner in advanced psychology

  9. Promoting Citizenship

    • Promote responsible citizenship through psychology-related skills

  10. Cultural and Aesthetic Sensitivity

    • Demonstrate sensitivity towards different communities
    • Apply theoretical principles
    • Reflect on the application made

  11. Employment Seeking Skills

    • Demonstrate skills for entry into different sectors of advanced psychology
    • Apply theoretical principles
    • Reflect on the application

Integrated Assessment Approach

  • Continuous assessment with a balance between formative and summative strategies
  • Formative assessment through tests, assignments, and formal presentations
  • Summative assessment through written examinations per module
  • Focus on achieving exit-level outcomes in advanced psychology.

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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