Bachelor of Science Honours in Psychology

Outcomes

1. Demonstrate their ability at applying 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 correctly by utilising the theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken (research skills)
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the different role players in the field of Psychology and research by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflect on the application made (communication skills)
4. Accountably develop a theoretical and practical macro vision of the role of 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 Psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflect on the application (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept responsibility for their own activities in the field of Psychology (entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)
6. Practice acceptable social sensitivity in the relationship with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (team ship)
7. Utilize appropriate technology (e.g. computer, e-mail, fax, psychometric tests) effectively in the Psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)
8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of Research Psychology (explore learning strategies)
9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of Research Psychology related skills in the field of psychology (promoting citizenship)
10. Practice acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of different communities and the role players in the field of Research Psychology by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflect on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the field of Research Psychology by utilising the theoretical principles and reflect on the application thereof? (employment seeking skills)

Assessment Criteria