University of Johannesburg

Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Biokinetics

Health Sciences and Social Services - Rehabilitative Health/Services

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Purpose and Rationale

This qualification is designed to equip learners with the necessary knowledge and skills to practice as competent Biokineticists in the fitness and health industry. It aims to ensure that graduates are able to analyze and interpret Biokinetic principles effectively, make informed decisions, and assess the impact of these decisions on individuals within a holistic Biokinetic practice. By completing this qualification, learners will be prepared to meet the demands of the industry and contribute to the health and well-being of their clients through evidence-based Biokinetic interventions.

Outcomes

  1. Demonstrate their ability to apply the theoretical principles of problem identification and solving in the field of biokinetics at post-graduate level and reflect on the decisions made. (Problem-solving skills)
  2. Plan and apply research in biokinetics, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on biokinetic issues correctly on a post-graduate level by utilising the relevant theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken. (Research skills)
  3. Communicate effectively in writing and orally with the different role-players in the field of biokinetics utilising different modes of communication and reflecting on the application made. (Communication skills)
  4. Develop an accountable theoretical and practical macro-vision of biokinetics locally, provincially/regionally and nationally.
  5. Effectively and responsibly organise and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in the field of biokinetics 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 biokinetics. (Entrepreneurship### self responsibility skills)
  6. Practice acceptable social sensitivity in the relationship with others and work effectively in a biokinetic and multi-disciplinary team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof. (Team ship)
  7. Utilise appropriate biokinetic technology (measurement, rehabilitation and exercise equipment) effectively in the biokinetic environment. (Technological and environmental literacy)
  8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the various capabilities of a biokineticist. (Explore learning strategies)
  9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of biokinetic capabilities and professional values in fitness and health. (Promote citizenship)
  10. Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards people of different sport communities and the role players in the biokinetic-industry effectively by applying the appropriate principles and reflecting on the application made. (Cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
  11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills that will give them the edge to enter into the different sectors of the biokinetic-industry as specialists. (Employment seeking skills)

Assessment Criteria

Assessment Criteria:

  1. Problem Solving Skills

    • Demonstrating ability to identify and solve problems correctly in biokinetics by applying relevant theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made.

  2. Research Skills

    • Planning and executing/undertaking research in biokinetics correctly, including gathering, analyzing, synthesizing, and interpreting information on biokinetic issues using relevant theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken.

  3. Communication Skills

    • Communicating effectively orally and in writing with different role players in biokinetics using principles of communication and different modes of communication, reflecting on the application made.

  4. Development of Macro Vision

    • Developing an accountable theoretical and practical macro-vision of biokinetics locally, provincially/regionally, internationally, and nationally.

  5. Entrepreneurial/Responsibility Skills

    • Organizing and coordinating resources and opportunities in biokinetics by applying relevant theoretical aspects, reflecting on the application made, and accepting responsibility for own activities in the field (including entrepreneurship where relevant).

  6. Teamship

    • Practicing acceptable social sensitivity in relationships and working effectively in a biokinetic and multidisciplinary team by implementing relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation made.

  7. Technological and Environmental Literacy

    • Utilizing appropriate technology effectively in the biokinetic environment (e.g., testing, rehabilitation, and measurement equipment).

  8. Explore Learning Strategies

    • Exploring different effective learning strategies to acquire various capabilities of biokinetics.

  9. Promoting Citizenship

    • Promoting responsible citizenship through the holistic application of biokinetic capabilities in fitness and health.

  10. Cultural and Aesthetic Sensitivity

    • Practicing social, cultural, and aesthetic sensitivity towards people of different communities and role players in the biokinetic industry effectively by applying appropriate theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made.

  11. Employment Seeking Skills

    • Demonstrating acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into different sectors of the biokinetic industry by applying theoretical principles of employment seeking skills and reflecting on the application thereof.

Assessment Methods:

  • Formative Assessment:

    • Practical and class assignments
    • Essays
    • Presentations
    • Informal class tests
    • Formal module tests (written or oral)
    • Research leading to scientific assignments
    • Self-assessment and group-assessment

  • Summative Assessment:

    • Three-hour written or oral examination at the end of each module covering study material from the module or other passed modules.

Qualification Details

Type
Honours Degree
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
120
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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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