Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Economic History
Human and Social Studies - Traditions History and Legacies
Purpose and Rationale
Economic History Programme
Economic History is an interdisciplinary program focusing on the study of economics and history. The program equips students with the knowledge of major events, processes, and issues in economic history that have shaped the world. There is a specific emphasis on the development of the Third World, Africa, and South Africa.
Curriculum
Students in the program learn how to interpret economic indicators and receive guidance in essay writing. They are exposed to various descriptive and theoretical writings to enhance their analytical and writing skills.
Career Opportunities
The Economic History program offers a solid foundation for a career in the public or private sector, business, or development fields. The analytical understanding of the economy and its development acquired through this program is beneficial for roles that require such expertise. It is also advantageous when combined with related programs like Economics or History.
Overall, the Economic History program provides students with valuable skills and knowledge that are applicable in a variety of career paths related to economics, history, and development.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the main facets of modern capitalism and with a knowledge of the history of modern economic development in South Africa and some other part(s) of the world
- Show an ability to use social science and economic ideas to explain economic phenomena and be able to identify schools of thought in approach to this subject matter
- Argue effectively in the context of structuring essays of short to medium length and to use language effectively to that end
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of economic indicators and their significance
- Demonstrate a sophisticated grasp of theoretical approaches to major topics within economic history and some of the major subjects covered by the field
- Show relevant research and writing skills developed in the construction of a short dissertation
Assessment Criteria
Qualification Purpose
- Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the general field of enquiry.
- Shows a detailed understanding of specific areas of inquiry in the program.
- Understands the interrelationships among various areas of knowledge within the field.
- Analyzes components, issues, factors, structures, etc.
- Grasps the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of the area of study.
- Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of current critical debates.
- Summarizes, compares, and evaluates a substantial body of knowledge.
- Constructs a sustained argument, formulates questions, and works towards solutions.
- Commands the conceptual discourse of the field of study.
- Demonstrates an appropriate understanding of the discipline.
- Contextualizes the study within the social environment and historical understanding.
- Develops a clear understanding of the historical and contemporary state and possible future of the disciplinary areas in which they are working.
- Demonstrates a command of academic English at an appropriate level.
- Demonstrates familiarity with information technology at an appropriate level.
- Understands diversity.
- Demonstrates the capacity for individual study.
- Presents findings at an appropriate level, both orally and in writing.
Integrated Assessment:
- Learners are exposed to lectures and tutorials to enhance their understanding.
- Emphasis is placed on improving writing skills, with level 3 students required to select and write a long essay.
- Tests supplement the examination system to assess knowledge.
- At Honours level, students are expected to master difficult textual material and produce substantial writing, including primary research in their dissertation.
- Masters and PhD students integrate original research with secondary reading to create substantial written texts for their theses.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 128
- SAQA Source
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