Undergraduate

Degrees

Bachelor of Social Work (AWDEGI)

The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) is a generalist programme designed for the students’ acquisition of knowledge, skills and values, with the emphasis on preventive, pro-active and developmental approaches to social service delivery to individuals, groups and communities in accordance with developmental policy as outlined post 1994.

Structure/Composition of the curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of at least 32 semester modules as follows:

First year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Second year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Third year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Fourth year (a minimum of eight semester modules)

Purpose of the programme

The purpose of the four year BSW professional qualification which serves as the driver of the core purpose of social work in South Africa, is to equip social workers with:

Skills to challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion.
Knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and social systems and the skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being.
The ability and competence to assist and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capacities.
The ability to promote, restore, maintain and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively.
Understanding of and the ability to demonstrate social work values and the principles of human rights and social justice while interacting with and assisting the range of human diversity.
Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at-risk and unable to protect themselves.
Knowledge and understanding of both the South African and the global welfare context and the ability to implement the social development approach in social work services.
Understanding of the major social needs, issues, policies and legislation in the South African social welfare context and the social worker’s role and contribution.
The skill to work effectively within teams, including social work teams, multi- and inter- disciplinary teams as well as multi-sectoral.

The above purpose is consistent with the core purposes of social work as identified in the Global Standards for the Education and Training of Social Work (adopted by the IASSW and IFSW in 2004) (Sewpaul & Jones, 2005), as reflected below:

Facilitate the inclusion of marginalized, socially excluded, dispossessed, vulnerable and at- risk groups of people.
Address and challenge barriers, inequalities and injustices that exist in society.
Form short and longer-term working relationships with and mobilize individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their well-being and their problem-solving capacities.
Assist and educate people to obtain services and resources in their communities.
Formulate and implement policies and programmes that enhance people’s well-being, promote development and human rights, and promote collective social harmony and social stability, insofar as such stability does not violate human rights.
Encourage people to engage in advocacy with regard to pertinent local, national, regional and international aspects.

Exit Level Outcomes of The BSW programme

Policy & Legislation

Critically appraise social welfare and social work from a global, region(African) and nation perspective.
Critically appraise the current status and position of the social work profession within the South African welfare context.
Apply and uphold the basic values and principles enshrined in the Bill of Rights in the SA Constitution in relation to social work service delivery.
Elucidate national and local governance structures and the general laws and charters governing social welfare policy and social work services in South Africa.
Demonstrate understanding of how social policies and legislation on social issues impact on these issues and how to use legislation, ethically and accountably in order to protect and improve the quality of life of client systems from a social work perspective.
Demonstrate understanding of how social welfare policy and legislation are developed and influenced.
Demonstrate understanding of the roles and functions of the social worker within relevant statutory frameworks.
Identify how social security is used optimally for the benefit of client systems.

Intervention

Develop and maintain professional social work relationships with client systems.
Access clients social functioning.
Plan and implement appropriate social work interventions strategies and techniques at micro, mezzo and macro levels.
Access and utilise resources appropriate to client systems’ needs and strengths.
Evaluate the outcome of social work intervention strategies, techniques and processes.
Terminate social work intervention.
Negotiate and utilise contracts during social work intervention.
Demonstrate social work values while interacting with human diversity.
Appraise and implement the ethical principles and values of social work.
Work effectively with social workers and members of inter-sectoral and multi-and/or inter-disciplinary teams in social work service delivery.

Inequality and Social Inclusion

Identify, select and implement various techniques, methods and means of raising awareness, developing critical consciousness about the structural forces of oppression, exclusion and disempowerment and use such awareness to engage people as change agents.
Analyse human behaviour with regard to the intersections of race, class, culture, ethnicity, gender, differential abilities and sexual orientation.
Identify the influence of the relationship between socio-political and economic factors on social services.
Identify the purpose, functions and principles of social work within the social development paradigm.

Management, Administration and Supervision

Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes.
Demonstrate understanding of the roles, functions, knowledge and skills for effective social work supervision and consultation.
Demonstrate understanding of roles, functions and characteristics of management and administration within the social service delivery.
Formulate a business plan for the funding to fund social services

Research

Use and plan social work research

Skills to be learned

Target group of students

The National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi, with an achievement rating of four (50%) or higher in four (4) recognised NSC subjects with 28 credits and achievement rating 4 or higher in English (FAL 5).
Admission selection is done through the Central Applications Office (CAO) or some students who have registered with the University from other programmes who would like to modify and study social work.
Students shortlisted must attend selection interviews held in November.
Must have satisfied the Department during the interview and in the course of his/her study that she/he possesses the qualities required to train as a social worker.

Additional information relevant to the programme e.g. WIL, practicals, dress codes etc.

Rules

General rules of the Faculty of Arts app.
The curriculum shall extend over at least four years of study.

Departmental Policy on Work Integrated Learning

A student shall complete the practical work/service learning programme for the second, third and fourth year levels and shall hand in all reports as determined by the Head of Department.
A student who does not report at the school/community project/social welfare and social work agency where he/she is placed and does not produce satisfactory written justification for his/her absence, will not be considered to have met the requirements for the practical work programme.
A student who misses more than 3 days of Practical Work with no valid and satisfactory reason(s) will be disqualified and stopped from proceeding training in that year.
Students undergoing practical work must register with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a student social worker in terms of the regulations made under the Social Service Professions Act, 1978.
No student will undertake 4th year practical work if he or she has outstanding first semester module(s) from previous year(s).
All students undergoing practical work from 2nd year to 4th year must be registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions, a statutory body regulating the Code of Ethics for Social Workers, as a student social worker in terms of the regulations made under the Social Service Professions Act, 1978.

Dress Code

Students must dress appropriately and formal for practical work, in comfortable clothing which adequately covers the body all the time.

Ethical Rules and Code of Conduct

Students in practical settings are required to maintain a Professional Relationship with clients, colleagues and other Professionals at all.
Students are forbidden from engaging in sexual relationships with client. Any student who is found to be engaging in a sexual relationship with a client before the expiry period of 24 months will be PERMANENTLY discontinued from the BSW Training Programme and struck off the roll as a student Social Worker or future practicing Social Worker by the SACSSP.

Departmental Policy on Portfolio of Evidence

Social work students from level one to four are required to keep a portfolio of evidence of all the work done (and other recommended documents) in the Bachelor of Social Work Programme in order for them to fulfill the requirements for a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. BSW qualification will only be conferred once the student has satisfied the Department that she/he has submitted evidence as stipulated above.

Assessment of students’ work

The Department uses the University assessment policy. Four(4) assessments per semester to be administered by all lecturers within the department for theory modules. Continuous assessments are implemented by the department. Practical work is done through the submission of weekly reports, and there are no examinations for practical work modules, unless if practical work has been infused into a theory module

Teaching and learning within the department

The Department uses the University teaching and learning policy. Students should demonstrate understanding and integration of BSW exit level outcomes in their learning and practicum tasks. A variety of teaching and learning methods should be utilized.Lecturers should prepare and review study guides annually.

University Exclusion Policy

The Department also applies the exclusion policy if the need arises.

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Social Work
Degree (Designator):	Bachelor of Social Work
Qualifier:
Majors:	Social Work
Abbreviation:	BSW
Qualification Code (SAQA):
UNIZULU Code:	1WDEG1
EXIT NQF Level:	8
Admission Requirements:	The National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi, with an achievement rating of four (50%) or higher in four (4) recognised NSC subjects with 28 credits and achievement rating 4 or higher in English (FAL 5). Admission selection is done through the Central Applications Office (CAO) or some students who have registered with the University from other programmes who would like to modify and study social work. Students shortlisted must attend selection interviews held in November.
Minimum Credits for Admission:	28 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies:	4 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Day Classes
Intake for the qualification:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:	Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules

Bachelor of Library and Information Science - BLIS (AIDEG2)

BLIS will take four years consisting of 32 modules. The purpose of the qualification programme is to offer knowledge, skills and attitudes for professional information management and service in libraries, in particular, and in information centers in general. On completion of this degree programme the student can be admitted into a Master’s qualification programme.

Programme or exit level outcomes of the AIDEG2 degree are to equip students with:

Appropriate understanding and practical experience in the development, services, functions and the role of technologies used in libraries and information service.
Appropriate knowledge and skills in general, record, knowledge and inforprenueral management.
Appropriate knowledge and skills to identify, organise and retrieve information.
Appropriate knowledge of information behaviour and e
Digital literacy skills in Information Communication Technologies (ICTs), multimedia and library management.
Theoretical and practical research.
Information literacy and communication skills.

Work integrated learning (WIL)

Work-integrated learning by way of working in a public library for a three week period, as well as working in an academic library for 120 hours is a requirement for graduation.

Job opportunities including: information officer, communication officer, video and sound editor, knowledge manager, multimedia designer, web designer, network technician, computer technician, records centre manager, digital records manager and digital archivist. Or you could lecture Information Science after completing a post-graduate degree.

On completion of this degree programme the student can be admitted into a Master’s qualification programme.

Programme co-ordinator

Dr. T. Kalusopa
BALIS (UNZA), MSc.IS (Addis Ababa), PhD (UNISA)

Email: Kalusopat@unizilu.ac.za
Tel: +27(0)35 902 6878

Acting HOD:
Dr N.D. Evans
BSc (UPE), MA, Phd (Unizulu)

Email: EvansN@unziulu.ac.za
Tel: +27(0)35 902 6169

Composition of curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of all the prescribed modules and electives as specified.

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Information Studies
Degree (Designator):	Bachelor of Library and Information Science
Qualifier:
Majors:	Library Science \| Information Science
Abbreviation:	BLIS
Qualification Code (SAQA):	8769
UNIZULU Code:	AIDEG2
EXIT NQF Level:	8
Admission Requirements:	NSC with degree endorsement OR Matric Exemption and an achievement rating of 26 points. English level 4.
Minimum Credits for Admission:	26 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies:	4 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Day Classes
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:	University regulations apply
Total credits to Graduate:	480

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF111	Information Science and Information Literacy	15	5	–	AINF112	Y
AINF141	Libraries and Information Centres	15	5	–	AINF122	Y
AINF131	Computer Literacy for Information Studies 1	15	5	–	AINF132	Y
AENG121	Practical English 1 A	15	5	–	AENG122	Y
OR
AENG111	English 1 Part A: Language and Literature	15	5	–	AENG121	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF112	Information Searching and Retrieval	15	5	–	–	Y
AINF122	Electronic Publishing	15	5	–	–	Y
AINF132	Computer Literacy for Information Studies 2	15	5	–	–	Y
AENG122	Practical English 1B	15	5	–	–	Y
OR
AENG112	English 1 Part B: Language and Literature	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF211	Management Principles and Practices	15	6	–	AINF212	Y
AINF221	Information Seeking behaviour	15	6	–	AINF222	Y
	Elective 1			–	–	N
	Elective 3			–	–	N

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF212	Knowledge Management	15	6	–	–	Y
AINF222	Records Management	15	6	–	–	Y
	Elective 2			–	–	N
	Elective 4			–	–	N

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF331	Marketing principles and applications	15	7	–	AINF332	Y
AINF411	Experiential learning	15	8	–	AINF412	Y
	Elective 7			–	–	N
	Elective 9			–	–	N

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF422	Advanced information retrieval, indexing and abstracting	15	8	–	–	Y
AINF412	Information ethics	15	8	–	–	Y
	Elective 8			–	–	N
	Elective 10			–	–	N

Electives for Bachelor in Library and Information Science

Elective 1
AANT111	Intro to Anthropology
ACOM111	Communication Science 1
AENG211	English 2 Part A
AHIS111	History 1: Theory & Methods of History
PSY111	Intro to Psychology
ASGY111	Intro to Sociology

Elective 2
AANT112	Culture & Society in Africa
ACOM112	Journalism 1
AENG212	English 2 Part B
AHIS112	History 1: South African History
APSY112	Applied Psychology 1&2
ASGY112	Industrial Societies

Elective 3
AANT111	Intro to Anthropology
ACOM111	Communication Science 1
AINF241	Multimedia 1
AHIS111	History 1: Theory & Methods of History
APSY111	Intro to Psychology
ASGY111	Intro to Sociology

Elective 4
AANT112	Culture & Society in Africa
ACOM112	Journalism 1
AINF242	Multimedia 2
AHIS112	History 1: South African History
APSY112	Applied Psychology 1&2
ASGY112	Industrial Societies

Elective 5
AANT211	Health & Socio-cultural Context
ACOM211	Communication Science 2
APSY211	Social Psychology
AHIS211	19th & early 20th Century Europe 1

Elective 6
AANT212	Understanding Families & Households
ACOM212	Public Relations 1 A
APSY212	Intro to Research Methodology
AHIS212	General Topics: 19th & early 20th Century SA

Elective 7
AANT311	Applied Anthropology
ACOM311	Communication Science 3
AENG311	English 3 Part A
APSY321	Psychopathology
AHIS311	Archival Skills & intro to Cultural Muse

Elective 8
AANT312	Research Methodology Plus Special Topic
ACOM312	Public Relations 2 A
AENG312	English 3 Part B
APSY322	Therapeutic Psychology
AHIS312	Colonial and Post independent Africa

Elective 9
AANT321	Anthropology of the Media
ACOM321	Marketing & Advertising B
AENG321	English 3 Part C
APSY311	Research Methodology
AHIS321	The Zulu Monarchy and KZN leaders in retrospective

Elective 10
AANT322	Development of Anthropological Thought
ACOM322	Journalism 2
AENG322	English 3 Part D
APSY312	Research Methodology
AHIS322	Totalitarian Regimes & the Nuclear Age

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1)

Description

Sociology offers two stream programmes i.e. Sociology and Industrial Sociology.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1) and Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Sociology ASDEG2

Sociology is concerned with the way we live in the world, along with people and other species. Aspects of human social behavior are studied within the political, economic, social, cultural and religious context as they influence and affect the societal change at micro and macro structural levels. Sociology encourages critical and independent thinking and urges students to critique existing theoretical frameworks.

For the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1)

A general overview of Sociology is presented in Sociology at first, second and third year levels. This is particularly relevant for students who are interested in understanding sociological theories, social policy, social development, gender issues and analysing social problems.

Structure and Duration of the programmes

Both programmes mentioned above shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum shall consist of at least 24 semester modules as follows:

First year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Second year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Third year (a minimum of eight semester modules)

A general overview of Industrial Sociology is presented in introductory sociology at first year level, and specific modules in this field are dealt with at second and third levels. This is particularly relevant for students who are interested in labor relations, human resource management, training and development.

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY111	Introduction to Sociology	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY121	Human Societies	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY131	Social policy & policy implementation	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY141	Service provisioning	15	5	–	–	Y
	Choose ONE elective			–	–
	Total Credits:	60

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY112	Industrial Societies	15	5	ASGY111	–	Y
ASGY122	Social change & development	15	5	ASGY121	–	Y
ASGY132	Introduction to integrated rural development	15	5	ASGY131	–	Y
ASGY142	Introduction to local Government	15	5	ASGY141	–	Y
	Choose ONE elective
	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY211	Advanced social policy & policy implementation	15	6	ASGY111 ASGY112
ASGY221	Sociological theories & social institutions	15	6	ASGY121 ASGY122	Y
ASGY231 (APOL212)	Introduction to political sociology	15	6	ASGY131 ASGY132	Y
ASGY241	Research methods 1	15	6	ASGY141 ASGY142	Y
	Total Credits:	60

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 212	History of sociological thoughts and sociological theories	15	6	ASGY211	–	Y
ASGY222	Integrated rural development	15	6	ASGY221	–	Y
ASGY232	South African Local Government	15	6	ASGY231	–	Y
ASGY242	Research Methods 2	15	6	ASGY241	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY311	Research Methods and Modern social problems	15	7	ASGY211 ASGY212	–	Y
ASGY321	Theories of development & social change	15	7	ASGY221 ASGY222	–	Y
ASGY331	Democracy & society 1	15	7	ASGY231 ASGY232	–	Y
ASGY341	Research Methods 3	15	7	ASGY241 ASGY242	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGIY312	Statistical methods of research	15	7	ASGY311	–	Y
ASGI 322	Theories of development & social change	15	7	ASGY 321	–	Y
ASGY 332	Democracy & society 2	15	7	ASGY 331	–	Y
ASGY 342	Research Methods 4	15	7	ASGY 341	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120
	Total Degree Credits:	360

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (ABDEG1)

The Department of Psychology offers extensive academic tertiary training in the discipline of Psychology. The purpose of the degree is to develop critical conceptual skills and an in-depth understanding of human behaviour in order to apply this knowledge in various contest.All students follow the foundational path in their first, second and third years with a major in Psychology. Students are taught knowledge and skills in preparing them to become effective and important role-players in the field.Our department offers undergraduate modules in psychology, leading to a major in the discipline, and postgraduate training leading to registration as a psychologist. After the initial three year BA degree and Honours degree, students may also apply for study towards various further degrees, whose main focus is on training students to register as psychologists with the Professional Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa; in any of the following categories:

Clinical Psychology
Counselling Psychology
Educational Psychology
Industrial Psychology

Structure/Composition of the curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of at least 24 semester modules as follows:

First year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Second year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Third year (a minimum of eight semester modules)

Rules

General rules of the Faculty of Arts apply.
Departmental rules apply.
Health Professions Council of South Africa rules also apply for postgrad students.
General rules for the University of Zululand apply.
The National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi:
- Matric full exemption
- English HG A, B, C, or D symbol or 4, 5, 6 or 7 points
- At least one science subject (Biology, Physics, Physiology or Mathematics (HG or SG) and an A, B, C or D symbol or 4, 5, 6 or 7 points.

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Psychology
Degree (Designator):	Bachelor of Arts
Qualifier:
Majors:	Psychology
Abbreviation:	BA
Qualification Code (SAQA):
UNIZULU Code:
EXIT NQF Level:	7
Admission Requirements:	The National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi: Matric full exemption English HG A, B, C, or D symbol or 4, 5, 6 or 7 points At least one science subject (Biology, Physics, Physiology or Mathematics (HG or SG) and an A, B, C or D symbol or 4, 5, 6 or 7 points)
Minimum Credits for Admission:	26 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies:	3 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Day Classes
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:	Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APSY111	Introduction to Psychology	15	5	APSY112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	5			Y
	Minor	15	5			Y
SCPS121 or AENG121	Computer Literacy 1 or Practical English A	15	5			N
APSY112	Applied Psychology	15	5	APSY111		Y
	Second Major	15	5			Y
	Minor	15	5			Y
SCPS122 or AENG122	Computer Literacy 2 or Practical English B		5			N
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APSY221 or APSY211	Personality Psychology or Social Psychology	15	6	APSY111 & APSY112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	Y
ASGI211 or APHP221	Industrial relations or Political Philosophy	15	5	–	–	N
APSY222 or APSY232	Developmental Psychology or Gender Studies & HIV/AIDS	15	6	APSY111 & APSY112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	Y
ASGI212 or APHP221	Labour Arbitration or Political Philosophy	15	5	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 2	120

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APSY321	Psychopathology	15	7	APSY111 & APSY112	–	Y
APSY331	Psychological Assessment	15	7	APSY111 & PSY112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	7	–	–	Y
	Second Major	15	7	–	–	Y
APSY322	Therapeutic Psychology	15	7	APSY111 & APSY112	–	Y
APSY332	Counselling Psychology	15	7	APSY111 & APSY112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	7	–	–	Y
	Second Major	15	7	–	–	Y
	Total Credits: Level 3	120
	Total Credits for Degree	360

Bachelor of Social Science in Political and International Studies

The Department of Political and International Studies (POLIS) offers a Major, up to third year level.

YEAR	SUBJECTS	SUBJECTS
Year 1	1POL111: Introduction to Political Science	1POL112: Introduction to South African Politics
Year 1	1POL121: African Political Thought	1POL122: Introduction To International Organizations
Year 1	1POL131: Introduction to International Development	1POL132: Theory & Practice of Gender Politics in Africa
Year 2	1POL211: Introduction to International Relations	1POL212: Introduction to Political Sociology
Year 2	1POL221: Politics & Public Policy In Southern Africa	1POL222: Themes in Contemporary Middle East Politics
Year 2	1POL231: African Politics & Development	1POL222: Themes in Contemporary Middle East Politics
Year 3	1POL311: Foreign Policy Analysis	1POL312: Geopolitics
Year 3	1POL321: Comparative Politics (Africa)	1POL322/APOL322: Introduction to Political Enquiry and Research
Year 3	1POL331: Public Policy Analysis	1POL332: Themes In Conflict Transformation
Year 3	1POL341: Policy Papers On South African Affairs	1POL341: Policy Papers On Global Affairse

Bachelor of Arts In Philosophy (ABDEG1)

Description

The BA Degree with Philosophy as a major is a three year degree. The purpose of the Philosophy Major is to prepare future African philosophers ready to become active role-players in a variety of environments requiring critical thinking skills. Students will be equipped with transferable critical thinking skills, appropriate to the current African employment context, informed about the latest developments in the fields of philosophy and applied ethics, and involved in the process of knowledge generation through research in philosophy and applied ethics, and knowledge dissemination through research publications and scholarly debates at national and international levels. Students who complete the Degree with Philosophy as a Major will be qualified to take positions at academic institutions as well as positions requiring critical thinking skills in management, politics, administration, banking, journalism, education or social work.

Vision

A dynamic philosophy department based at a comprehensive university that, through its unique approach, provides for the development of critical thinking skills relevant to students and community.

Mission

To provide access to students from diverse backgrounds to a challenging but supportive teaching and learning environment;
To train students in transferable critical thinking skills, appropriate to the current African employment context;
To keep students informed about the latest developments in the fields of philosophy and applied ethics;
To involve students in the process of both knowledge generation through research in philosophy and applied ethics, and knowledge dissemination through research publications and scholarly debates at national and international level.

Structure of the Curriculum

The Bachelor of Arts Degree requires 24 semester modules, 8 modules per semester, as described under ABDEG1. The structure of the Philosophy Major is as follows:

First year (two semester modules)
Second year (two semester modules)
Third year (four semester modules)

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Philosophy and Applied Ethics
Degree (Designator):	Bachelor of Arts
Qualifier:
Majors:	Philosophy \| One other major
Abbreviation:	BA
Qualification Code (SAQA):
UNIZULU Code:	ABDEG1
EXIT NQF Level:	7
Admission Requirements:	Faculty Admission requirements apply.
Minimum Credits for Admission:	26 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies:	3 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Day Classes
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:	Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP111	Applied Philosophical Reasoning One	15	5	–	–	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP112	Applied Philosophical Reasoning Two	15	5	–	–	Y
	Year One Credits Towards ABDEG1:	30

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP211	Political Philosophy	15	6	APHP112	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP212	Knowledge and Scepticism	15	6	APHP111	–	Y
	Year Two Credits Towards ABDEG1:	30

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP311	Phenomenology and Existentialism	15	7	APHP211 APHP212	–	Y
APHP321	Philosophical Ethics One	15	7	APHP211 APHP212	–	Y

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APHP312	Philosophy and Language	15	7	APHP211 APHP212	–	Y
APHP322	Philosophical Ethics Two	15	7	APHP211 APHP212	–	Y
	Year Three Credits Towards ABDEG1:	60

Credits

PHILOSOPHY CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1	120
SECOND MAJOR CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1	120
OTHER SUBJECTS CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1	120
TOTAL CREDITS – ABDEG1	360

Bachelor of Arts in IsiZulu

A student taking African Languages as a major will do aspects of language based on modern and scientific trends of language analysis. With this qualification learners become competent language specialists. They enter language professions and become terminologists, lexicographers, translators, interpreters, journalists, television and radio announcers. Topped up with a relevant diploma they can qualify as educators.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AZUL151	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (A) (IsiZulu)	15	5	–	–	Y
AZUL152	Translation, Interpretation, Traditional and Modern Literature (IsiZulu)	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AZUL241	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (B), Terminology and Lexicography (IsiXhosa)	15	6	–	–	Y
AZUL242	Translation, Sociolinguistics, Heritage and Literature (IsiZulu)	15	6	–	–	Y

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AZUL331	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (C) and Semantics (SiSwati)	15	7	–	–	Y
AZUL321	Understanding a Novel, Short Stories and Essays in IsiZulu	15	7	–	–	Y
AZUL332	IsiNtu linguistics, Heritage and Introduction to Research (IsiZulu)	15	7	–	–	Y
AZUL342	Understanding of Drama and Poetry (IsiZulu)	15	7	–	–	Y

Bachelor of Arts in Information Science (AIDEG1)

BA (IS) will take a duration of three years and at least 24 modules. The purpose of the programme is to offer the student knowledge, skills and attitudes for information and knowledge management and is aimed at jobs in the broad information field both within public and corporate organizations.

Programme or exit level outcomes of the AIDEG1 degree are to equip students with:

Digital literacy skills in Information Communication Technologies (ICTs), multimedia and computer network
Appropriate knowledge and skills to identify, organise and retrieve information.
Appropriate knowledge of information behaviour and collection development in a variety of information centre
Appropriate knowledge and skills in general and inforprenueral management
Theoretical research
Information literacy and communication skills

On completion of this programme the student can be admitted to an Honours degree programme or its equivalent

Work integrated learning (WIL)

Work experience focuses on three areas choosing from: computer assembly troubleshooting and repairs, networking, Practical Information Services Environment, and Management. Students will select their areas of choice in consultation with the Department. Students are expected to spend three weeks in the WIL programme in a work environment of their choice during their final year.

On completion of this programme the student can be admitted to an Honours degree programme or its equivalent

General Rules

Programme co-ordinator:

Dr. T. Kalusopa, BALIS (UNZA), MSc.IS (Addis Ababa), PhD (UNISA)
Email: Kalusopat@unizilu.ac.za
Tel: +27(0)35 902 6878

Acting HOD: Dr N.D. Evans BSc (UPE), MA, Phd (Unizulu)
Email: EvansN@unziulu.ac.za
Tel: +27(0)35 902 6169

Composition of curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of all the prescribed modules and electives as specified.

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Information Studies
Degree (Designator):	Bachelor of Arts
Qualifier:	Information Science
Majors:	Information Science \| Library Science
Abbreviation:	BA (Information Science)
Qualification Code (SAQA):	62482
UNIZULU Code:	AIDEG1
EXIT NQF Level:	7
Admission Requirements:	NSC with degree endorsement OR Matric Exemption and an achievement rating of 26 points English level 4
Minimum Credits for Admission:	26 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies:	3 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Full Time
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF111	Information Science and Information Literacy	15	5	–	AINF112	Y
AINF121	Computer Mediated Communication	15	5	–	AINF122	Y
AINF131	Computer Literacy for Information Studies 1	15	5	–	AINF132	Y
AENG121	Practical English 1 A	15	5	–	AENG122	Y
OR
AENG111	English 1 Part A: Language and Literature	15	5	–	AENG121	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF112	Information Searching and Retrieval	15	5	–	–	Y
AINF122	Electronic Publishing	15	5	–	–	Y
AINF132	Computer Literacy for Information Studies 2	15	5	–	–	Y
AENG122	Practical English 1B	15	5	–	–	Y
OR
AENG112	English 1 Part B: Language and Literature	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF211	Management Principles and Practices	15	6	–	AINF212	Y
AINF221	Information Seeking behaviour	15	6	–	AINF222	Y
	Elective 1			–	–	N
	Elective 3			–	–	N

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF212	Knowledge Management	15	6	–	–	Y
AINF222	Records Management	15	6	–	–	Y
	Elective 2			–	–	N
	Elective 4			–	–	N

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF311	Research Methodology	15	7	–	–	Y
AINF321	Information Retrieval I	15	7	–	–	Y
AINF331	Marketing principles and applications	15	7	–	–	Y
	Elective 5			–	–	N

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AINF312	Information Ethics and Infopreneurship	15	7	–	–	Y
AINF322	Information Retrieval II	15	7	–	–	Y
AINF332	Informetrics	15	7	–	–	Y
	Elective 6			–	–	N

Bachelor of Arts in German

German is a global language of science, business, trade, culture and modern communication. On the internet, in science and research publications it is one of the most important languages. The knowledge of German, the language of one of South Africa’s most important trading partners, is an important career enhancing factor for South African students, especially in the fields of business, trade and tourism. German is also vital for international and diplomatic relations, and several students of the University of Zululand have received scholarships in the past through the German Department to attend Courses in Germany.

Undergraduate German Programme

The German Department does not offer an independent programme at undergraduate level. The modules that it offers form part of the following programmes and may be taken as major or as elective modules:

BA (ABDEG1)
B Tourism – ARDEG1 (elective module);
B Consumer Science – Hospitality and Tourism SBSC56 (compulsory module) Diploma in Hospitality Management SDIP02, modules AGHM111/112

Rules:

General rules of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences apply.
No prior knowledge of German is necessary to register for the first year module “Beginners German 1”.
All undergraduate modules are linked and must be taken in sequence.
Students with prior knowledge of German (e.g. German as home language or at matric level) may be admitted to a linked module at any level, provided that they can demonstrate that they fulfill the requirements of such a module – e.g. by passing a test set by the German Department.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGER111	Beginner’s German 1	15	5	–	–	Y (for SBSC56) N (other programme)
AGER112	Beginner’s German 2	15	5	AGER111	–	Y

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGER211	Intermediate German 1	15	6	AGER112	–	Y
AGER212	Intermediate German 2	15	6	AGER211	–	Y

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGER311	Advanced German Language 1	15	7	AGER212	AGER321	N
AGER321	German Literature and Culture 1	15	7	AGER212	AGER311	N
AGER312	Advanced German Language 2	15	7	AGER311	AGER322	N
AGER322	German Literature and Culture 2	15	7	AGER321	AGER312	N

Bachelor of Arts in General Linguistics (ABDEG1)

The Department of General Linguistics & Modern Languages does not offer an independent degree programme at undergraduate level. The modules offered only form part of the BA Degree.

Our focus in General Linguistics is the scientific study of language which is aimed at equipping students with knowledge about language structure; word formation; first and second language learning; meaning in language; etc.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGEN111	Writing & Oral Communication Skills	15	5	–	–	Y
	Second Major	15	5			Y
	Minor	15	5			N
	Elective 1 or Second Minor	15	5			N
AGEN112	ApAn Introduction to Language	15	5	AGEN111		Y
	Second Major	15	5			Y
	Minor	15	5			N
	Elective 1 or Second Minor	15	5			N
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGEN211	An Introduction to Morphology & Syntax	15	6	AGEN112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year Level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year Level)	15	5/6	–	–	N
AGEN212	Language & Learning	15	6	AGEN211	–	Y
	Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year level) 15	15	5/6	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 2	120

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AGEN311	Language Policy & Language Planning	15	7	AGEN212	AGEN321	Y
AGEN321	Language & Culture	15	7	AGEN212	AGEN311	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
AGEN312	Language Diversity in SA & in the Global Context	15	7	AGEN311	AGEN322	Y
AGEN322	Translation Studies	15	7	AGEN321	AGEN312	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 3	120
	Total Credits for Degree	360

Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Planning & Development (SGBA01)

Purpose of the programme

This qualification is aimed at producing graduates who will provide guidance to developers on environmental issues relating to development. The qualification leads from a foundation in the social sciences, development studies and geographical sciences and is followed by sound grounding in all aspects of environmental planning. With this qualification, learners will be qualified to enter the field of environmental planning at a technical level, but are recommended to continue their studies at honours level in the discipline of geography or development studies.

Employment opportunities

The person who obtained this degree can work as Environmental Officer at various Government Departments which deals with environmental issues, non-governmental organisation, private companies, environmental organisations, nature conservation institutions and also municipalities. The people who are interested in teaching geography can study for a postgraduate teaching diploma after this degree.

Entrepreneurial opportunities

The people with entrepreneurial interest can establish their business which will assist in doing the environmental impact assessments for government and private sector.

Vertical articulation for higher degree studies

The people who have obtained this degree can pursue BA Honours in Geography or BA Honours in Development Studies. Those who are interested to pursue careers in teaching geography can register for Postgraduate Diploma in the Faculty of Education.

Horizontal articulation with other qualifications
This degree requires students to do majors in geography and Development Studies. The students can switch their academic programme to BA Development Studies at second year level. The switch will require them to add one more year in their studies because they are required to add another major course in Public Administration.

Contact details for inquiries

Programme coordinator:
Mrs NP Ndimande
B Paed (Geography), BA (Hons) (Geography), MSc (Geography)
Email: NdimandeN@unizulu.ac.za
Tel: 035 9026331.

Head of Department:
Mr AT Mthembu
B Paed (Geography), BA (Hons) (Geography), MA (Geography)
Email: MthembuA@unizulu.ac.za
Tel: 035 9026329.

Programme grid structure

FACULTY	FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE
DEPARTMENTS:	Geography
Degree (Designator)	Bachelor of Arts Environmental Planning and Development
Qualifier
MAJORS	Geography
Abbreviation	BA
Qualification Code	(SAQF)
UNIZULU Code	SGBA01
EXIT NQF LEVEL	7
Admission Requirements	Pass of at least 50% (level 4) in English
Admission Requirements	Pass of at least 50% (level 4) in Geography
Minimum Credits for Admission	National Senior Certificate With Degree Endorsement And with 26 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies	3 YEARS
Presentation mode of subjects:	DAY CLASSES
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	JANUARY
Registration Cycle for the subjects:	JANUARY
Readmission:	Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES
SGES111	Introduction to Physical and Environmental Geography	15	5	–	–
ADEV111	NGO Sector, Development and Underdevelopment	15	5	–	–
ARTO111	Introduction to Tourism	15	5	–	–
AENG121	Practical English 1 Part A	15	5	–	–

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES
SGES112	Introduction to Human Geography	15	6	–	–
ADEV112	Community Project Development and Facilitation	15	6	–	–
ARTO112	Business Tourism and Entrepreneurship	15	6	–	–
AENG122	Practical English 1 Part B	15	6	–	–
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES
SGES211	Global Landforms and Cartography	15	6	SGES111	–
ADEV221	Integrated Development – Planning and Local Economic Development	15	6	–	–
ADEV211	Development Concepts: Economic and Social	15	6	–	–
ARTO211	Tourism Marketing A	15	6	–	–
SSTT111	Elementary Statistics for Science Students	15	5	–	–

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
SGES212	Demographics, Health and Sustainable Development	15	6	SGES112	–

Choose ONE Elective

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	CO-REQUISITES
ADEV222	Integrated Rural Development	15	6
	or
ADEV212	Population Studies and SA Population Policy	15	6
ARTO212	Tourism Marketing B	15	6
	or
SCPS122	Computer Literacy II	15	5
SHYD222	Geographical Info Systems	15	6	SGES211
	TOTAL	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES
SGES311	Urban Environment and Recreation Planning	15	7	SGES212
SGES331	Land Use and Natural Resource Management	15	7	SGES211
ADEV311	Integrated Urban Development	15	7
ADEV321	Industry and Development	15	7

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES
SGES312	Environmental Management	15	7	SGES211	–
SGES322	Environmental Fieldwork and Research	15	7	SGES211 and SGES212	–
ADEV312	Project Management and Evaluation	15	7	–	–
ADEV322	Research Methodology	15	7	–	–
	Total Credits:	120

Bachelor of Arts in English

The Department of English contributes to many programmes and also offers a major in the BA Degree. For students enrolled in programmes that need English modules to improve students’ language skills, Practical English modules are offered at first-year level.

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AENG121	Practical English 1 A This module introduces students to the basic skills required for academic reading and writing. Study material will be selected for relevance to the student’s specific programme of study	15	5	–	–
AENG122	Practical English 1 B This module will develop the reading and writing skills introduced in AENG121. Study material will be relevant to the student’s specific programme.	15	5	–	–

A student who achieves 60% overall for AENG121 and AENG122 may progress to second-year English on condition he or she undertakes a prescribed course of extra reading which will be assessed orally during the first semester of English II.In order to enrol for the first-year English language and literature modules, AENG111 and AENG112, a student must have achieved at least 50% for English as a first additional language in Matric. These modules comprise the first year of a major or minor in English in the BA Degree. They are also required by students enrolled in the B Tourism degree (ARDEG1) and are electives for students in the BA in Correctional Studies (AJDEG2). Students enrolled in the B Ed degree in the Faculty of Education may also take some or all of these modules, since they comprise suitable content for future teachers of English, provided that they follow the rules of progression spelt out under Condition 7 of the BA Degree, and reiterated under NB below.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AENG111	English 1 Part A This module introduces students to the basic features of literary genres as well making them aware of some of the features of the English language and developing their reading and writing skills to an academic level.	15	5	–	–
AENG112	English 1 Part B This module develops and builds upon the knowledge and skills gained in AENG111, exposing students to slightly more complex literature and language features.	15	5	–	–

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AENG211	English 2 Part A This module will advance students’ skills in academic reading and writing. It will focus on the contexts of English literature as well as on relevant texts from all four main literary genres and will further develop students’ skills in argument and interpretation. The module will also focus on the aspect of English language that deals with Morphology.	15	6	–	–
AENG212	English 2 Part B Building on AENG211, this module will continue to focus on the contexts and texts of English literature in order to further develop students’ skills in argument and interpretation. The module will further introduce students to Syntax: the structure of the English language.	15	6	–	–

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES
AENG311	English 3 Part A The module will provide an introduction to the study of English semantics, or the study of meaning at word and sentence levels. It will also introduce pragmatics which is language in use.	15	7	–	–
AENG321	English 3 Part C This module will provide a historical and theoretical introduction to examples of a range of 19th – century English novels, and to examples of Romantic and Victorian poetry.	15	7	–	–
AENG312	English 3 Part B The module will examine English syntax, the branch of language studies that deals with the grammatical arrangement of words and sentence structure. Theories of grammar such as Structural and Generative grammars will be covered.	15	7	–	–
AENG322	English 3 Part D This module will provide a historical and theoretical introduction to examples of 20th – century poetry, drama and fiction in English including African, Southern African and American literature.	15	7	–	–

NB: Students may not normally proceed to the second semester at any year level without having completed the first semester. Moreover, without explicit permission from the Head of Department, students may not enroll for second-year English modules until they have passed two first-year modules; and they may not enroll for third-year modules until they have passed two second-year modules.

Bachelor of Arts in Dual Major (ABDEG1)

NQF Level 7

The great merit of this degree is its versatility. Everyone who graduates with a Dual Major BA will automatically be qualified for more than one career. The first career options will depend on the nature of the two major subjects chosen. A student who chooses two language majors will be qualified for a career as a translator, writer, publisher, editor or language practitioner. Communication science will prepare a person to go into public relations, journalism or advertising. History will open up the field of heritage, enabling careers such as museum curator, archivist and historian. Political Science will qualify a person to work in many different departments and organizations of government or to become a political analyst, consultant or researcher. Selections in psychology, philosophy, political science, sociology, tourism and information studies will allow entry into these subjects’ own specialized fields. Moreover, students enrolled in the Dual Major BA may take at least two teaching subjects to at least second-year level which will, after graduation have an opportunity of pursuing a career in teaching. (A one-year PGCE offered in the Faculty of Education to become fully qualified as teachers.) And, of course, any combination of majors in this degree can lead to an academic career for a student who achieves the requisite marks to progress to an Honours degree and then continues from Honours to Master’s and, eventually, to the level of Doctorate.

Conditions:

Teaching Subjects

Non-Teaching Subjects

Anthropology Communication Science
Computer Applications (1st-year only)
General Linguistics German Information Science Library Science Philosophy
Political Science
Sociology

Year 1

SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2
Major 1 (1st-year level, semester 1)	Major 1 (1st-year level, semester 2)
Major 2 (1st-year level, semester 1)	Major 2 (1st-year level, semester 2)
Minor 1 (1st-year level, semester 1)	Minor 1 (1st-year level, semester 2)
Elective 1 (1st-year level, semester 1)	Elective 1 (1st-year level, semester 2)

Year 2

SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2
Major 1 (2nd-year level, semester 1)	Major 1 (2nd-year level, semester 2)
Major 2 (2nd-year level, semester 1)	Major 2 (2nd-year level, semester 2)
Minor 1 (2nd-year level, semester 1)	Minor 1 (2nd-year level, semester 2)
Elective 2 (1st-year level, semester 1)	Elective 2 (1st-year level, semester 2)
or	or
Minor 2 (2nd-year level, semester 1)	Minor 2 (2nd-year level, semester 2)

Year 3

SEMESTER 1	SEMESTER 2
Major 1 (3rd-year level, semester 1a)	Major 1 (3rd-year level, semester 2a)
Major 1 (3rd-year level, semester 1b)	Major 1 (3rd-year level, semester 2b)
Major 2 (3rd-year level, semester 1a)	Major 2 (3rd-year level, semester 2a)
Major 2 (3rd-year level, semester 1b)	Major 2 (3rd-year level, semester 2b)

Elective Subject Options

These modules are possible options for Elective 1 or Elective 2. They do not form part of a Major or Minor subject since they do not normally lead on to a second year in the same discipline. Please note that the first-year modules of any of the subjects offered as Majors in this degree may also be used as Electives.

Computer Applications

Year 1	SCPS121: Computer Literacy 1	SCPS122: Computer Literacy 2

Practical English

(CREDIT WILL NOT BE GIVEN FOR BOTH PRACTICAL ENGLISH AND FIRST YEAR ENGLISH)

Year 1	AENG121: Practical English 1 A	AENG122: Practical English 1 B

Major Subject Grids

If the subject is taken as an Elective, only the Year 1 modules will be required. If the subject is a Minor, both the Year 1 and the Year 2 modules will be required. If it is taken as a Major, the Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 modules will be required.

Afrikaans

Year 1	AAFR111: Practical Afrikaans	AAFR112: Practical Afrikaans & Literature
Year 2	AAFR211: Afrikaans Morphology & Lexicography	AAFR212: Afrikaans Prose & Drama
Year 3	AAFR311: Advanced Afrikaans Prose & Drama	AAFR312: Afrikaans Syntax & Phonology
Year 3	AAFR321: Afrikaans Poetry	AAFR322: Historical & Social Dynamics of Afrikaans

Anthropology

Year 1	AANT111: Intro to Anthropology	AANT112: Culture & Society in Africa
Year 2	AANT211: Health & Socio-cultural Context	AANT212: Understanding Families & Households
Year 3	AANT311: Applied Anthropology	AANT312: Research Methodology Plus Special Topic
Year 3	AANT321: Anthropology of the Media	AANT322: Development of Anthropological Thought

Communication Science

Year 1	ACOM111: Communication Science 1	ACOM112: Journalism 1
Year 2	ACOM211: Communication Science 2	ACOM212: Public Relations 1 A OR ACOM232: Media Studies 1A
Year 3	ACOM311: Communication Science 3	ACOM312: Public Relations 2 A OR ACOM342: Media Studies 2A
Year 3	ACOM321: Marketing & Advertising B	ACOM322: Journalism 2

Drama

Year 1	APVA111: Intro to Drama & Theatre Studies	APVA112: Drama & Theatre Studies
Year 2	APVA211: Advanced Acting 1	APVA212: Advanced Acting 2
Year 3	APVA311: Theatre Performance 1	APVA312: Theatre Performance 2
Year 3	APVA321: Directing 1	APVA322: Directing 2

English (Prerequisite: 50% in English—1st Additional Subject—in NSC)

Year 1	AENG111: English 1 Part A	AENG112: English 1 Part B
Year 2	AENG211: English 2 Part A	AENG212: English 2 Part B
Year 3	AENG311: English 3 Part A	AENG312: English 3 Part B
Year 3	AENG321: English 3 Part C	AENG322: English 3 Part D

General Linguistics

Year 1	AGEN111: Writing & Oral Communication Skills	AGEN112: Intro to Language
Year 2	AGEN211: Intro to Morphology & Syntax	AGEN212: Language & Learning
Year 3	AGEN311: Language Policy & Language Planning	AGEN312: Language Diversity in SA & in the Global Context
Year 3	AGEN321: Language and Culture	AGEN322: Translation studies

Geography

Year 1	SGES111: Introduction to Physical and Environmental Geography	SGES112: Introduction to Human Geography
Year 2	SGES211: Global Landforms and Cartography	SGES212: Demographics, Health and Sustainable Development
Year 3	SGES311: Urban Environment and Recreation Planning	SGES312: Environmental Management
Year 3	SGES331: Land Use and Natural Resource Management	SGES322: Environmental Fieldwork and Research

German

Year 1	AGER111: Beginners’ German 1	AGER: Beginners’ German 2
Year 2	AGER211: Intermediate German 2	AGER212: Intermediate German 2
Year 3	AGER311: Advanced German Language 1	AGER312: Advanced German Language 2
Year 3	AGER321: German Literature & Culture 1	AGER322 German Literature & Culture 2

History

Year 1	AHIS111: Theory & Methods of History	AHIS112: South African History
Year 2	AHIS211: 19th & 20th Century Europe 1	AHIS212: 19th & 20th Century History 2
Year 3	AHIS311: Archival Skills etc.	AHIS312: Colonial & Post Independent Africa
Year 3	AHIS321: Zulu Monarchy & KZN Leaders in Retrospect	AHIS322: Totalitarian Regimes & the Nuclear Age

IsiZulu

Year 1	AZUL151: Sounds, Words etc. A	AZUL152: Translation, Interpreting etc.
Year 2	AZUL241: Sounds, Words etc B	AZUL242: Translation, Sociolinguistics etc
Year 3	AZUL331: Sounds, Words etc C	AZUL332: IsiNtu Linguistics etc
Year 3	AZUL321: Understanding a Novel etc	AZUL342: Understanding Drama etc

SiSwati

Year 1	ASWA151: Sounds, Words etc. A	ASWA152: Translation, Interpreting etc.
Year 2	ASWA241: Sounds, Words etc B	ASWA242: Translation, Sociolinguistics etc
Year 3	ASWA331: Sounds, Words etc C	ASWA332: IsiNtu Linguistics etc
Year 3	ASWA321: Understanding a Novel etc	ASWA342: Understanding Drama etc

Information Science

Year 1	AINF111: Intro to Information Science & Information Literacy	AINF112 Information Searching & Retrieval
Year 2	AINF211: Management Principles & Practices	AINF212 Knowledge Management
Year 3	AINF331: Marketing Principles & Applications	AINF312: Information Ethics & Infopreneurship
Year 3	AINF381: Use Studies	AINF382: Archival and Records Management

Library and Information Science

Year 1	AINF111: Intro to Information Science & Information Literacy	AINF112 Information Searching & Retrieval
Year 2	AINF211: Management Principles & Practices	AINF212: Knowledge Management
Year 3	AINF381: Libraries and Information Centres	AINF392: Information Collection Development
Year 3	AINF371: Cataloguing	AINF372: Classification

Philosophy

Year 1	APHP111: Applied Philosophical Reasoning One	APHP112: Applied Philosophical Reasoning Two
Year 2	APHP211: Political Philosophy	APHP212: Knowledge and Scepticism
Year 3	APHP311: Phenomenology and Existentialism	APHP312 Philosophy and Language
Year 3	APHP321: Philosophical Ethics One	APHP322 Philosophical Ethics Two

The Department of Philosophy has phased out all the APHI modules as of 2016. Students repeating any of these modules must consult the equivalence table below and register for the relevant APHP or APHS modules.

Equivalence table

OLD MODULE CODE UNTIL 2015	NEW MODULE CODE FROM 2016	ONWARDS QUALIFICATION
APHI132	APHS112	ACPDP1
APHI111	APHP111	ABDEG1
APHI112	APHP112	ABDEG1
APHI211	APHP211	ABDEG1
APHI212	APHP212	ABDEG1
APHI311	APHP311	ABDEG1
APHI321	APHP321	ABDEG1
APHI312	APHP312	ABDEG1
APHI322	APHP322	ABDEG1

Political Science

Year 1	APOL111: Introduction to Political Science	APOL112: Introduction to South African Politics
Year 2	APOL211: Introduction to International Relations	APOL 212: Introduction to Political Sociology
Year 3	APOL311: Foreign Policy Analysis	APOL 312: Geopolitics
Year 3	APOL321: Comparative Politics ( Africa)	APOL322: Research Methodology in Political Science

Psychology

Year 1	APSY111: Intro. to Psychology	APSY112: Applied Psychology
Year 2	APSY211: Social Psychology	APSY:222 Developmental Psychology
Year 3	APSY221: Personality Psychology	APSY: 222 Developmental Psychology
Year 3	APSY321: Psychopathology	APSY322: Therapeutic Psychology
Year 3	APSY331: Psychological Assessment	APSY332: Counselling Psychology

Tourism (Tourism or Geography as a NSC subject)

Year 1	ARTO111: Intro to Tourism	ARTO112: Business Tourism & Entrepreneurship
Year 2	ARTO211: Tourism Marketing A	ARTO212: Tourism Marketing B
Year 3	ARTO311: Tourism Research A	ARTO312: Tourism Research B
Year 3	ARTO331: Travel Tourism Practices	ARTO352: Sustainable Tourism

Sociology

Year 1	ASGY111: Intro to Sociology	ASGY112: Industrial Societies
Year 2	ASGY211: History of Sociological Thought & Sociological Theory	ASGY212: Social Policy and Implementation
Year 3	ASGY311: Research Methodology & Modern Social Problems	ASGY312: Research Methodology & Statistics
Year 3	ASGY321: Intro to Labour Law	ASGY322: Bargaining Levels in SA

Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies (ADDEG1)

Description

The programme is offered in the Faculty of Arts. Development Studies is a field of study that deals with the multidimensional nature of the development process which involves the reorganization and reorientation of the entire economic and social systems. This field of study emerged out of a need to gain a better understanding, and indeed offer possible solutions, to a wide range of social, economic, and institutional challenges facing the developing communities. Development Studies offers students the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the development problems facing Third World countries in general and South Africa in particular, thus enabling them to contribute meaningfully towards their resolution by applying knowledge of development techniques.

Structure and Duration of the programme

The programme shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum shall consist of at least 24 semester modules as follows:

First year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Second year– a minimum of eight semester modules
Third year – a minimum of eight semester modules

This degree programme is interdisciplinary in nature and it draws modules from the Departments of Geography and Environmental Studies, Public Administration, Computer Studies, English and Business Management.The degree is informed by current theory in the development discourse and it is very relevant to the development industry and market.Graduates of this programme can access employment opportunities in all the levels of government, that is, local, provincial and national in the departments of Housing, Urban and Regional Planning, and Economic Development. Graduates of this degree can also work for NGO sector, or in the private sector particularly in the Corporate Social Responsibility area, or alternatively they can work as consultants, or as researchers.

Rules

Courses should be taken in consecutive order as per the advice of the department
Students cannot major in both Public Administration and Local Government as subjects
Mathematics SG level E or Mathematics Literacy level 4 is a requirement for CECN modules (electives at 2nd and 3rd Year levels).

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ADEV111	NGO Sector, Development and Underdevelopment	15	5	–	ADEV112	Y
AENG121	Practical English 1A	15	5	–	AENG122	Y
CPAD101	Introduction to Public Administration	15	5	–	CPAD102	Y
SCPS121	Computer Literacy 1	15	5	–	–	Y
ADEV112	Community Project	15	5	–	ADEV111	Y
	Development and Facilitation
AENG122	Practical English 1B	15	5	–	AENG121	Y
CPAD102	Introduction to Public Management	15	5	–	CPAD101	Y
AANT112	Culture and Society in Africa	15	5	–	AANT111	Y
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ADEV211	Development Concept: Economic and Social	15	6	ADEV111	ADEV212	Y
ADEV221	Integrated Local Economic Development	15	6	ADEV121	ADEV222	Y
CPAD201	Basic Personnel Administration	15	6	CPAD101	CPAD201	N
	OR	15	6			Y
CPLG201	Municipal Structure and Administration	15	6	CPLG101	CPLG202	N
CECN101	Principles of Microeconomics	15	5		CECN102	N
	OR
SGES111	Intro to Physical & Environmental Geography	15	5	–	SGES112	N
ADEV212	Population Studies and South African Population Policy	15	6	ADEV112	ADEV211	Y
ADEV222	Integrated Rural Development	15	6	ADEV112	ADEV221	Y
CPAD202	Introduction to Public Finance Management	15	6	CPAD102	CPAD201	N

CPLG202	Municipal Finance and Management	15	6	CPLG201	CPLG201	N
CECN102	Principles of Macroeconomics	15			CECN101	N
	OR
SGES112	Introduction to Human Geography	15	5		SGES111	N
	Total Credits: Level 2	120

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ADEV311	Integrated Urban Development	15	7	ADEV211 ADEV112	ADEV312	Y
ADEV321	Industry and Development	15	7	ADEV221 ADEV112	ADEV322	Y
CPAD 301	Public Service Delivery: Theory and Policy	15	7	CPAD201	CPAD302	N
	OR
CPLG301	Local Government Management 3A	15	7	CPLG201	CPLG302	N
CECN201	Intermediate Microeconomics	15	6	CECN101 CECN102	CECN202	N
	OR	15
SGES211	Global Landforms & Cartography	15	6	SGES111	SGES212	N
ADEV322	Research Methodology	15	7	ADEV222	ADEV321	Y
ADEV312	Project Management & Evaluation	15	7	ADEV212	ADEV311	Y
CPAD302	Issues in Public Service Delivery	15	7	CPAD202	CPAD301	N
	OR
CPLG302	Local Government Management 3A	15	7	CPLG202	CPLG301	N
CECN202	Intermediate Macroeconomics	15	7	CECN102	CECN201	N
	OR
SGES212	Demographics, health and Sustainable Development	15	7	SGES112	SGES211	N
	Total Credits: Level 3	120
	Total credits for degree	360

Bachelor of Arts in Correctional Studies (AJDEG2)

Description

In the Department of Criminal Justice, students are taught knowledge and skills in preparing them to become effective and important role-players in the correctional services environment. With this degree students will be qualified to operate especially as correctional service officers, but they can also be used in any other safety and security related institutions such as the police, private security, traffic police, the military, etc.).

Structure of the programme

The programme shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum shall consist of at least 24 semester modules as follows:

First year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Second year– a minimum of eight semester modules
Third year – a minimum of eight semester modules

FACULTY	FACULTY OF ARTS
DEPARTMENTS:	Criminal Justice
Degree(Designator)	Bachelor of Arts Correctional Studies
Qualifier
MAJORS
Abbreviation	BA
Qualification Code (SAQF)
UNIZULU Code
EXIT NQF LEVEL	7
Admission Requirements	Pass of at least 50% (level 4) in English
Minimum Credits for Admission	National Senior Certificate With Degree Endorsement And with 24 NSC points
Minimum duration of studies	3 YEARS
Presentation mode of subjects:	DAY CLASSES
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	JANUARY
Registration Cycle for the subjects:	JANUARY
Readmission:	Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR111	Introduction to Criminology and Research	15	5	–	–	Y
ACOR121	Introduction to Punishment	15	5	–	–	Y
	CHOOSE ANY TWO ELECTIVES
AENG121	Practical English 1 Part A	15	5	–	–	N
AENG111	Language and Literature 1 Part A	15	5	–	–	N
AAFR111	Practical Afrikaans	15	5	–	–	N
AZUL111/151	IsiZulu Sounds, Words, their Dynamics, and Traditional Law	15	5	–	–	N
ASGY111	Introduction to Sociology	15	5	–	–	N
SCPS111	Computer Literacy 1	15	5	–	–	N

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR112	History of the Criminal Justice System	15	5	–	–	Y
ACOR122	Introduction to Corrections	15	5	–	–	Y
	CHOOSE ANY TWO ELECTIVES
AENG122	Practical English 1 Part B	15	5	–	–	N
AENG112	Language and English 1 Part B	15	5	–	–	N
AAFR112	Practical Afrikaans and Literature	15	5	–	–	N
AZUL112/152	IsiZulu Translation, Interpretation and Introduction to Drama	15	5	–	–	N
ASGY112	Industrial Societies	15	5	–	–	N
SCPS122	Computer Literacy 2	15	5	–	–	N
	TOTAL	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR211	Crime Prevention	15	6	–	–	Y
ACOR221	Offender Policies	15	6	–	–	Y
	CHOOSE ANY TWO ELECTIVES
AENG111	English 1 Part A	15	5	–	–	N
AENG121	Practical English 1 A	15	5	–	–	N
AENG211	English Literature 2 Part A	15	6	–	–	N
ASGY131	Social Policy and Policy Implementation	15	5	–	–	N
APSY111	Introduction to Psychology	15	5	–	–	N

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR212	Socio-Criminology	15	6	–	–	Y
ACOR222	Professional Skills Development for Correctional Officials	15	6	–	–	Y
	CHOOSE ANY TWO ELECTIVES
AENG112	English 1 Part B	15		–	–	N
AENG122	Practical English 1 B	15		–	–	N
AENG212	Language and Literature 2 Part B	15		–	–	N
ASGY122	Social Change and Development	15		–	–	N
APSY112	Applied Psychology	15		–	–	N

	TOTAL	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR311	Psycho-Criminology	15	7	–	–	Y
ACOR321	Correctional Management	15	7	–	–	Y
	CHOOSE ANY THREE ELECTIVES
AGEN111	Writing and Oral Communication	15	5	–	–	N
ASWK241	Theories and Skills for Social Work	15	5	–	–	N
APSY221	Personality Psychology	15	6	–	–	N
ASGY121	Human Societies	15	5	–	–	N

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOR312	Administering Community Corrections A (Assessing Offenders)	15	7	–	–	Y
ACOR322	Administering Community Corrections B (Assessing and Profiling Communities)	15	7	–	–	Y
	TOTAL	120

Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (ABDEG1)

The Department of Anthropology and Development Studies does not offer an independent Anthropology programme at undergraduate level. The modules offered in this programme form part of the BA Degree.Anthropology provides practical training in analysis and methods of discovery that are useful in any activity that demands insight, research, and communication. Contrary to the outdated image of Anthropology as the study of antiquarian “customs”, the methods of anthropology are ideal for comprehending both past and present situations of social upheaval and transformation, such as those associated with industrial labour and labour migration, urbanization, political conflict and democratisation, and the necessity of strangers to live productively and peaceably with one another.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AANT111	Introduction to Anthropology	15	5	–	AANT112	Y
	Second Major	15	5	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Elective 1 or Second	15	5	–	–	N
AANT112	Culture and Society in Africa	15	5	–	AANT111	Y
	Second Major	15	5	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Elective 1 or Second Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AANT211	Health and Socio- Cultural Context	15	6	AANT111	AANT212	Y
	Second Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year Level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year Level)	15	5/6	–	–	N
AANT212	Understanding Families and Households	15	6	AANT112	AANT211	Y
	Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year level) 15	15	5/6	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 2	120

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AANT311	Applied Anthropology: Contemporary Human Issues and The Practice of Anthropology	15	7	AANT211	AANT312	Y
AANT321	Anthropology of Media	15	7	AANT211	AANT322	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
AANT312	Research Methodology plus Special Topic	15	7	AANT212	AANT311	Y
AANT322	The Development of Anthropological Thought	15	7	AANT212	AANT321	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 3	120

Bachelor of Arts in Siswati

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASWA 151	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (A) (SiSwati)	15	5	–	–	Y
ASWA 152	Translation, Interpretation, Traditional and Modern Literature (SiSwati)	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASWA 241	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (B), Terminology and Lexicography (IsiZulu)	15	6	–	–	Y
ASWA 242	Translation, Sociolinguistics, Heritage and Literature (SiSwati)	15	6	–	–	Y

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASWA 331	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (C) and Semantics (IsiXhosa)	15	7	–	–	Y
ASWA 321	Understanding a Novel, Short Stories and Essays in SiSwati	15	7	–	–	Y
ASWA 332	IsiNtu linguistics, Heritage and Introduction to Research (SiSwati)	15	7	–	–	Y
ASWA 342	Understanding of Drama and Poetry (SiSwati)	15	7	–	–	Y

Bachelor of Arts in Sesotho

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AST151	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (A) (SeSotho)	15	5	–	–	Y
AST152	Translation, Interpretation, Traditional and Modern Literature (SeSotho)	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AST241	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics (B), Terminology and Lexicography (Setswana)	15	6	–	–	Y
AST242	Translation, Sociolinguistics, Heritage and Literature (SeSotho)	15	6	–	–	Y

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AST331	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics(C) and Semantics(SeSotho sa Lebowa)	15	7	–	–	Y
AST321	Understanding a Novel, Short Stories and Essays in SeSotho	15	7	–	–	Y
AST332	Setho Linguistics, Heritage and Introduction to Research (SeSotho)	15	7	–	–	Y
AST342	Understanding of Drama and Poetry (SeSotho)	15	7	–	–	Y

Bachelor of Arts Afrikaans (ABDEG1)

Afrikaans is an important language of communication on all levels of South African society. Knowledge of Afrikaans is a valuable asset in careers such as teaching, journalism, translating, publishing, tourism, public relations, consultancy, law and diplomacy.

Undergraduate Afrikaans Programme (ABDEG1)

Although the Afrikaans Department does not offer an independent programme at undergraduate level, Afrikaans can be taken both as an ancillary and major subject within the BA Degree. Afrikaans is also offered as an elective in Correctional Studies and Heritage Studies. In the modules offered in Year 1 we focus on acquisition and basic communication skills, while at the same time we do enrichment work with students who want to continue with the more advanced studies of Afrikaans grammar and literature in years 2 and 3. The first year course is thus a Beginners Course, suitable to those interested in improving competence in Afrikaans (if you have, for instance taken the language as a school subject) as well as for people who never studied Afrikaans and need to start from the beginning.

First Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AAFR111	Practical Afrikaans (Praktiese Afrikaans)	15	5	–	–	Y
	Second Major	15	5	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Elective 1 or Second Minor	15	5	–	–	N
AAFR112	Practical Afrikaans and Literature (Praktiese Afrikaans en letterkunde)	15	5	–	AAFR111	Y
	Second Major	15	5	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Elective 1 or Second Minor	15	5	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 1	120

Second Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AAFR211	Afrikaans morphology and lexicography (Afrikaanse morfologie en leksikografie)	15	6	AAFR112	–	Y
	Second Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year Level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year Level)	15	5/6	–	–	N
AAFR212	Afrikaans prose and drama (Afrikaanse prosa en drama)	15	6	AAFR211	–	Y
	Major	15	6	–	–	Y
	Minor	15	6	–	–	N
	Elective 2 (1st Year level) or Minor 2 (2nd Year level) 15	15	5/6	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 2	120

Third Year

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AAFR311	Advanced Afrikaans prose and drama (‘n Gevorderde studie van Afrikaanse prosa en drama)	15	7	AAFR212	AAFR321	Y
AAFR321	Afrikaans poetry	15	7	AAFR212	AAFR311	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
AAFR312	Afrikaans syntax and phonology (Afrikaanse sintaksis en fonologie)	15	7	AAFR311	AAFR322	Y
AAFR322	Historical and social dynamics of Afrikaans (Historiese taalkunde en sosiolinguistiek)	15	7	AAFR321	AAFR312	Y
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Major 2	15	7	–	–	N
	Total Credits: Level 3	120
	Total Credits for degree	360

Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Sociology

Description

Sociology offers two stream programmes i.e. Sociology and Industrial Sociology.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1) and Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Sociology ASDEG2

For the Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Sociology (ASDEG2)

Industrial Sociology is a crucial area within the field of sociology of work. It is the direction and implications of trends in technological change, labour markets, globalization, managerial practices and employment relations.

Structure and Duration of the programmes

Both programmes mentioned above shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum shall consist of at least 24 semester modules as follows:

First year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Second year (a minimum of eight semester modules)
Third year (a minimum of eight semester modules)

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY111	Introduction to Sociology	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY121	Human Societies	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY131	Social policy & policy implementation	15	5	–	–	Y
ASGY141	Service provisioning	15	5	–	–	Y
				–	–
	Total Credits:	60

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY112	Industrial Societies	15	5	ASGY111	–	Y
ASGY122	Social change & development	15	5	ASGY121	–	Y
ASGY132	Introduction to integrated rural development	15	5	ASGY131	–	Y
ASGY142	Introduction to local Government	15	5	ASGY141	–	Y

	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGI 211	Industrial Relations System	15	6	ASGY111 ASGY112	Y
ASGI 221	Selection process,recruitment & training	15	6	ASGY121 ASGY122	Y
ASGI 231	Organizations theory	15	6	ASGY131 ASGY132	Y
ASGY241	Research methods 1	15	6	ASGY141 ASGY142	Y
	Total Credits:	60

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGI 212	Labour Arbitration & Conflict Resolution	15	6	ASGY 111 ASGY 112	–	Y
ASGI 222	Bargaining levels in South Africa	15	6	ASGY 121 ASGY 122	–	Y
ASGI 232	South African Labour Market	15	6	ASGY 131 ASGY 132	–	Y
ASGY242	Research Methods 2	15	6	ASGY141 ASGY 142	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGI 311	Introduction to labour law 1	15	7	ASGI 211 ASGI 212	–	Y
ASGI 321	Managerial strategies	15	7	ASGI 221, ASGI 222	–	Y
ASGI 331	Advanced analysis of organizational change & development	15	7	ASGI 231, ASGI 232	–	Y
ASGY 341	Research Methods 3	15	7	ASGY241 ASGY242	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGI 312	Introduction to labour law 2	15	7	ASGI 311	–	Y
ASGI 322	Multinational Companies	15	7	ASGI 321	–	Y
ASGI 332	Workers & managerial participation	15	7	ASGI 331	–	Y
ASGY 342	Research Methods 4	15	7	ASGY 341	–	Y
	Total Credits:	60
	Total Year Credits:	120
	Total Degree Credits:	360

BA Degree Option

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 111	Introduction to Sociology	15	5	–	–	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY112	Industrial Societies	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 211	Advanced Social Policy and Policy Implementation	15	6	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 212	History of Sociological Thought and Sociological Theory	15	6	–	–	Y

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 311	Research Methods and Modern Social Problems	15	7	–	–	Y
ASGI 311	Introduction to Labour Law 1	15	7	–	–	Y

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ASGY 312	Research Methodology and Statistics	15	7	–	–	Y
ASGI 321	Managerial Strategies, Compensation and Reward	15	7	–	–	Y

Bachelor of Arts in History

Rules for Entry

History at matric level is not a pre-requisite to enroll for History.
The Department of History does not offer an independent programme at undergraduate level. The modules form part of the BA Degree and the same general rules apply.
The department will continue to provide post-graduate study opportunities as indicated in the Prospectus.
Students are not allowed to register for the next level without passing all modules at the lower level.

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS III	History: Theory and Methods of History	15	5	–	–	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS 112	History 1: South African History	15	5	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS 211	General topics related to 19th and early 20th century Europe	15	6	–	–	Y

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS 212	General topics related to 19th and early 20th century South Africa – The impact of mining	15	6	–	–	Y

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS 311	MODULE 1 Archival skills and introduction to cultural museum studies and Heritage Legislation	15	7	–	–	Y
AHIS 321	MODULE 2 The Zulu Monarchy and KZN leaders in Retrospect	15	7	–	–	Y

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
AHIS 312	MODULE 1 Colonial and post independent Africa	15	7	–	–	Y
AHIS322	MODULE 2 Totalitarian regimes and the Nuclear Age.	15	7	–	–	Y

Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Performance (AUDEG2)

Description of the degree

The BA in Drama and Performance Arts is a three-year degree with modules drawn from a variety of creative arts disciplines. This programme trains students as practitioners and researchers in creative arts generally and, from the second year, more specifically in a chosen discipline. On completion a student should have learned fundamentals relating to several visual arts disciplines, including the performing arts; specialized vocabulary; research basics preparatory for higher degree research or employment; and ability in critical thinking. Students should also have further developed a creative practice in at least one discipline taught within the department.The programme places an emphasis on community engagement, development and civic- mindedness; thus our students are encouraged to continue or create exciting relationships with a variety of communities. People with disabilities are especially encouraged to enroll. We strive to offer a strong and ethical presence in community as practitioner-scholars—creative, educational, cultural, artistic, therapeutic and entrepreneurial. Thus the programme potentially equips students for a wide range of employment possibilities and job creativity, as well as for informed and theoretical arts viewing, writing, making and critiquing.

Like or among the fine arts, theatre, drama and dance are visual arts media; the programme’s increasing interest in interdisciplinary media and practices therefore sits within a traditional yet progressive learning and teaching context. Theatre, drama, dance and music are also collectively housed as performing arts. At this stage in the department’s growth, our intention is to deliberately blur the historical distinctions and categories of known art forms, while generating new forms and disciplines.These two principles—community focus in creative arts research and interdisciplinarity within the arts or other disciplines—are distinctive features of this department’s new identity and vision. Our intention is to attract the best possible students, nurture them in a fine and performing arts education at undergraduate or post-graduate level, guide their artistic collaborations, and encourage them to develop their own career paths.

Structure of Curriculum

In your first year, you will study a variety of arts subjects, which will help to build a foundation for arts knowledge and production while enriching your personal experience with the arts. At present the degree programme is comprised of theatre, dance, fine arts and music, but disciplinary emphases and offerings may change from year to year.In your second year you are expected to select one of the subjects we teach in your first year as your specialization, and to continue with your specialization until graduation (another two full years of study). The chart provided clarifies how the different streams of study progress. Once you have selected a stream you must finish the modules within that stream in order to qualify for graduation.Due to changing student numbers and staffing we may not offer all modules in any given year; this will not, however, affect your ability to graduate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for returning students.

Departmental Policy

General rules of the Faculty of Arts apply. In particular we draw your attention to the attendance rule, which is strictly enforced in Creative Arts. While students are expected to attend all lecture- based and practical classes for the respective modules, students must attend at least 80% of the sessions of a module in order to qualify for examinations.Students are also required to attend any extra practical classes, rehearsals and performances scheduled by their lecturers, even when they fall outside the normal timetable. These time slots will be scheduled in advance.

Student and lecturer punctuality in scheduled classes is essential, as a model of industry standards. Lectures are not cancelled without notice. Students are requested to wait 10 minutes after class is scheduled to commence in the event their lecturer is not present; lecturers follow the same policy with regard to late students. Students coming in late may not be noted on the attendance register. There is no provision for replicating (making-up) classes and it is the responsibility of the student to catch up with the class—preferably prior to the next lecture.

A minimum university requirement is attendance of at least 80% of the classes timetabled. Only students who produce qualifying medical certificates may be excused from attending scheduled classes. Sufficient written proof must be furnished for any condition leading to an extended absence (including a death in the family) in order to be excused. University students are expected to be adults, to behave in a mature and mutually respectful manner, and to take responsibility for their own actions at all times.

Productions, rehearsals and running crews

All students are required to participate in the life of the department. In addition to scheduled classes and class group-work, this includes attending all productions, events and lectures; rehearsing, preparing and presenting creative work; assisting staff and students on running and technical crews; building sets and props; and helping to maintain the dedicated Creative Arts building. Students who do not participate in departmental events may not be advanced to the next academic level.Attendance at all rehearsals for a project of which you are a member is compulsory. Failure to attend could negatively affect your marks or lead to expulsion from the production.Students may not miss any performance, whether they are performing or involved in a backstage capacity. Students who are not present at a performance may be subjected to disciplinary action including exclusion from the course.

Dress code

Students must dress appropriately and modestly for practical classes and rehearsals, in comfortable clothing which adequately covers the body. In the event that students come to classes without appropriate attire they may be dismissed from that day’s lesson. If this is not adhered to the department may institute a uniform dress code.

Assessment

Current university policy is to set a final exam of no more than 50% of the total mark: please refer to the university Calendar for precise information. In artistic disciplines however, it is customary for assessments to be based on a combination of written work, submitted as research papers, tests and/or examinations, as well as practical or portfolio work which gives evidence of original creative endeavor. Each module’s class assessment will be announced at the onset of the module. It is imperative that students be present for and to attempt every assessment in the semester, and in the order they are assigned.All assignments must be submitted on the due date. Late assignments lose five (5%) per day of the total awarded mark until they are handed in. Extensions are not automatically granted. Any application for an extension should be made in writing and delivered to the lecturer at least three days before the due date.

Rules

Entrance requirements is limited to applicants with Matriculation exemption endorsement or conditional exemption or equivalent; 60% in isiZulu, English or another appropriate language. The language of instruction is English.

Higher degree study in the department

Higher degree study in the department provides the opportunity to further engage in the disciplines within selective research degrees. The potential for study at Honours, masters and doctoral levels is dependent upon staff specialisations and departmental resources.

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First Year – Semester 1

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SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA111	Introduction to Drama & Theatre Studies	15	5	–	Y	Y
APVA121	African & Contemporary Movement Studies 1A	15	5	–	Y	N
APVA141	Musical Theatre 1A	15	5	–	Y	Y
SCPS121	Computer Literacy I	15	5	–	Y	N

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA112	Drama & Theatre Studies 1B	15	5	–	Y	Y
APVA122	African & Contemporary Movement Studies 1B	15	5	–	Y	N
APVA142	Musical Theatre 1B	15	5	–	Y	Y
SCPS122	Computer Literacy II	15	5	–	Y	N
	Total Year Credits:	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA211	Advanced Acting 1	15	6	–	Y	Y
APVA221	Choreographic Principles 2A	15	6	–	Y	N
APVV131	Visual Arts 1A	15	5	–	Y	N
APVA261	Musical Theatre 2A	15	6	–	Y	Y

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA212	Advanced Acting 2	15	6	–	Y	Y
APVA222	Choreographic Principles 2B	15	6	–	Y	N
APVV132	Visual Arts 1B	15	5	–	Y	N
APVA262	Musical Theatre 2B	15	6	–	Y	Y
	Total Year Credits:	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA311	Theatre Performance 1	15	7	APVA212	Y	Y
APVA321	Directing 3A	15	7	APVA212	Y	Y
APVA251	Visual Arts 2A	15	6	APVA132	Y	N
APVM341	Musical Theatre 3A	15	7	APVA242	Y	Y

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
APVA312	Theatre Performance 2	15	7	APVA311	Y	Y
APVA322	Directing 3B	15	7	APVA321	Y	Y
APVA252	Visual Arts 2B	15	6	APVA251	Y	N
APVM342	Musical Theatre 3B	15	7	APVM341	Y	Y
	Total Year Credits:	120

Bachelor in Intercultural Communication (ACDEG1)

Description of the degree

The purpose of this qualification is aimed at those who wish to become professional communication practitioners and pursue careers in paths such as: Communication Specialist, Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Radio & Television broadcasting, Corporate Communications, Business Communications and Electronic (digital and Internet) Communication. With this qualification, learners will be equipped to enter the field of communication as professionals. This programme includes specialized work in Social Change and Development Communication, Advanced Public Relations, Journalism and Visual Communication, Digital Communication and New Communication Technologies.

Structure and duration of the Degree

The programme shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum consists of 24 semester modules as follows:

First year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Second year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Third year – a minimum of eight semester modules

First Year – Semester 1

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SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM111	Communication Science 1	15	7	–	N	Y
AZUL111	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics and Terminology (A)	15	5	–	N	Y
AENG121	Practical English 1A	15	6	–	N	Y
ACOM151	Digital Communication 1	15	5	–	N	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM112	Journalism 1	15	6	–	N	Y
AENG122	Practical English 1B	15	5	–	N	Y
ACMS112	Media Skills 1	15	7	–	N	Y
AHIV112	HIV & AIDS Literacy	15	5	–	N	Y
	Total Year Credits:	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM211	Communication Science 2	15	7	ACOM111	N	Y
ACOM271	International Communication 1	15	6	–	N	Y
AZUL211	Sounds, Words and their Dynamics, Terminology& Lexicography (B)	15	6	AZUL111	N	Y
ACOR 131	Communications in Safety and Security	15	7	–	N	Y

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACAR112	Advanced Research in Communication Strategies	15	7	–	N	Y
ACOM212	Public Relations 1A	15	6	–	N	Y
ACOM252	Digital Communication 2	15	6	ACOM151	N	Y
ACOR 132	The Media and Investigations	15	7	–	N	Y
	Total Year Credits:	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM311	Communication Science 3	15	7	ACOM211	N	Y
ACOM321	Marketing & Advertising 1	15	6	–	N	Y
ACOM351	Communication Research Methods C	15	6	–	N	Y
ACCC111	Corporate Communication 1	15	6	–	N	Y

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM312	Public Relations 2A	15	6	ACOM212	N	Y
ACOM362	International Communication 2	15	7	ACOM271	N	Y
APHI322	Ethics of Business Environment	15	6	N	N	Y
ACCC112	Corporate Communication 2	15	7	N	N	Y
	Total Year Credits:	120

Bachelor of Tourism Studies (B Tourism Studies) 1RDEG1

NQF Level 7
Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
Page 185-192

Bachelor of Arts (Geography & Tourism) 1BDEG5

NQF Level 7
Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
Page 27-28

Diplomas

Diploma in Community Work (ACW400)

The curriculum shall extend over at least one year full time or two(2) years part time

Examination

Four (4) examination papers , practical work document plus a mini-dissertation

Names, Codes and Details of Papers

Four 3-hour examination papers

Column 1	Column 2
Paper 1 (ACW 401)	The theory and development of community work
Paper 2 (ACW 402)	Social policy and planning, social legislation and administration
Paper 3 (ACW 403)	Community work practice
Paper 4 (ACW 404)	Research theory and project documentation

Practical Work (ACW40P)

Practical work includes a report to be submitted by the 31st October

Diploma in Library and Information Science (AIDIP1)

This is a 1 year qualification consisting of 12 semester courses. PGDLIS is open to candidates with degree qualifications other than Library and Information Science or its equivalent to pursue careers in Library and Information management and service.

Programme or exit level outcomes of the AIDIP1 Postgraduate Diploma are to equip students with:

Appropriate understanding and practical experience in the development, services, functions and the role of technologies used in libraries and information service
Appropriate knowledge and skills in general, record, knowledge and inforprenueral management.
Appropriate knowledge and skills to identify, organise and retrieve information.
Appropriate knowledge of information behaviour and e
Digital literacy skills in Information Communication Technologies (ICTs), multimedia and library management
Theoretical and practical research
Information literacy and communication skills

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Work-integrated learning by way of working in a public library for a three week period, as well as working in an academic library for 120 hours is a requirement.

Admission Requirements

A candidate for the Post-graduate Diploma in Library and Information Science must be in possession of an approved Bachelor’s degree or any other qualification accepted by the Senate as equivalent thereto and must have passed bachelor degree courses with an average mark of 60%.

Composition of curriculum

The curriculum shall consist of all the prescribed modules and electives as specified.

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ALIS111	Management principles and practices	15	8	–	ALIS112	Y
ALIS121	Introduction to Information Science and Information Literacy	15	8	–	ALIS122	Y
ALIS131	Marketing and publicity	15	8	–	ALIS132	Y
ALIS141	Cataloguing theory/practical	15	8	–	ALIS142	Y
ALIS151	Research methodology	15	8	–	ALIS152	Y
ALIS161	Readership and Children’s Literature	15	5	–	ALIS162	Y

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ALIS112	Knowledge management and Fieldwork	15	8	–	–	Y
ALIS122	Libraries and Information centres	15	8	–	–	Y
ALIS132	Advanced information retrieval	15	8	–	–	Y
ALIS142	Classification theory/practical	15	8	–	–	Y
ALIS152	Information Searching and Retrieval	15	8	–	–	Y
ALIS162	Collection development	15	8	–	–	Y

Diploma in Media Studies (ACMDP1)

(Only offered at the Richards Bay Campus)

The purpose of this qualification is to provide competent and responsible media specialists with market related media skills to the private and public sectors of the economy. This course is suitable for those students seeking employment in the following areas: as camera operators, photo-journalist, video and photo editors, advertising specialists, communication officers, spokespersons, personal assistance and journalist.

Structure of the Diploma

The programme shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum consists of 21 semester modules as follows:

First year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Second year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Third year – a minimum of five semester modules

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Communications Science (05)
Degree (Designator):	Diploma: Media Studies
CESM Category:	05 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies
CESM 1ST Qualifier:	0501 Communication and Media Studies
CESM 2nd Qualifier:	050102 Media Studies
Majors:	Communication Science \| Communication Science
UNIZULU Code:	ACMDP1
EXIT NQF Level:	6
Admission Requirements:	Language (FAL), or 4 (50-59%) in English as a Home Language. Minimum entry points: 24 Also refer to the Faculty requirements
Minimum Credits for Admission:
	3 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Full Time
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM141	Communication Skills 1	15	5	–	–	–
ACOM151	Digital Communication 1	15	5	–	–	–
AHIV111	HIV & AIDS Literacy	15	5	–	–	–
ACCS111	Communication Studies 1	15	7	–	–	–

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACMS112	Media Skills 1	15	7	–	–	–
ACPR112	Public Relations Skills 1	15	6	–	–	–
ACAS112	Advertising Skills 1	15	5	–	–	–
ACJS112	Journalism Skills 1	15	6	–	–	–
	Total	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACJS211	Journalism Skills 2	15	6	ACJS112	–	–
ACCS211	Communication Studies 2	15	7	ACCS111	–	–
ACMS211	Media-Skills 2	15	7	ACMS112	–	–
APHS211	Philosophy of Communication	15	6	–	–	–

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACPR212	Public Relations Skills 2	15	6	ACPR112	–	Y
ACOM252	Digital Communication 2	15	6	ACOM151	–	Y
ACAS212	Advertising Skills 2	15	6	ACAS112	–	N
APHS212	Media Ethics	15	6	–	–	N
	Total	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM342	Business Studies 1B	15	6	–	–	Y
ACMS311	Media Skills 3	15	7	ACMS211	–	Y
ACOM351	Communication Research Methods C	15	6	–	–	Y
ACJS311	Journalism Skills 3		6	ACJS211	–	N

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACEL312	Experiential Learning for Media Studies	60	6	–	–	–
	Total	120

Diploma in Public Relations Management

(Only offered at the Richards Bay Campus)

The purpose of this qualification is to provide competent and responsible Public Relations Practitioners with market related-skills which are relevant to the private and public sectors of the economy. This course is suitable for those students seeking employment in the following areas: Public Relations, Business Management, Advertising, Communications Officers, Public Speaker/Spokesperson and Journalism.

Structure of the Diploma

The programme shall extend over a three (3) year period. The curriculum consists of 21 semester modules as follows:

First year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Second year – a minimum of eight semester modules
Third year – a minimum of five semester modules

Faculty:	Faculty of Arts
Department:	Communications Science (05)
Degree (Designator):	National Diploma: Public Relations Management
CESM Category:	05 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies
CESM 1ST Qualifier:	0504 Public Relations, Advertising and Applied Communication
CESM 2nd Qualifier:	050499 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies, Other
Majors:	Communication Science \| Public Relations
UNIZULU Code:	ACPDP1
EXIT NQF Level:	6
Admission Requirements:	An NSC with a diploma endorsement and an achievement rating of 4 (50%) in four recognised NSC 24 credit subjects. This must include an achievement rating of at least 4 (50%) in Life Orientation and English, either as First Additional Language [FAL] or as Home Language. An old Senior Certificate with endorsement that the holder has obtained from the matriculation examination If a candidate has not obtained full exemption from the matriculation examination, and seeks to qualify for conditional exemption, he/she must (a) be at least 23 years of age; and (b) have passed four (4) subjects with at least an “E” symbol in each subject.
Minimum Credits for Admission:
Minimum duration of Studies:	3 Years
Presentation mode of subjects:	Full Time
Intake for the qualiﬁcation:	January
Registration Cycle for the Subjects:	January
Readmission:
Total credits to Graduate:	360

First Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACCS111	Communication Studies 1	15	7	–	–	–
ACCC111	Corporate Communication	15	6	–	–	–
ACOM151	Digital Communication 1	15	5	–	–	–
ACOM141	Communication Skills 1	15	5	–	–	–

First Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM182	Communication Skills 2	15	5	–	–	–
ACOM132	Public Relations 1B	15	7	–	–	–
ACJS112	Journalism Skills 1	15	6	–	–	–
ACOM172	Marketing & Advertising 1C	15	5	–	–	–
	Total	120

Second Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACJS211	Journalism Skills 2	15	6	ACJS112	–	–
ACOM291	Communication Research	15	6	–	–	–
ACOM241	Marketing & Advertising 2A	15	6	ACOM172	–	–
ACCS211	Communication Studies 2	15	7	ACCS111	–	–

Second Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM262	Communication Research Methods A	15	6	–	–	Y
APHS112	Public Relations Ethics	15	6	–	–	Y
ACOM222	Public Relations 2B	15	7	ACOM 132	–	N
ACOM142	Law For Public Relations	15	6	–	–	N
	Total	120

Third Year – Semester 1

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM221	Media Studies 1B	15	6	–	–	–
ACCS311	Communication Studies 3	15	7	–	–	–
AHIV111	HIV & Aids Literacy	15	5	–	–	–
ACOM331	Public Relations 3A		7	ACOM222	–	–

Third Year – Semester 2

SUBJECT CODE	MODULE NAME	CREDITS	NQF LEVEL	PRE-REQUISITES	CO-REQUISITES	COMPULSORY
ACOM332	Experiential Learning 1A	60	6	–	–	–
	Total	120

Advanced Diploma in Communication Science – 1CADP1; NQF Level 7

Total No. of credits: 120
(Offered only at the KwaDlangezwa Campus)

Description of the Degree

The purpose of this qualification is aimed to equip students with critical and analytical communication skills. This will enable them to operate in a 21st-century media environment and information age. This qualification is therefore particularly suitable for students who want to further their studies and for those who want to continue their professional development. Students will be exposed to a deep and systematic understanding of current thinking, practices, theories, and methodologies that are applicable across different contexts, channels, and cultures through communication science.

Diploma in Tourism Management

Diploma in Tourism Management 1DPTM1 [NQF Level 6] (Proposed to be offered on Richards Bay Campus, 2021)

Starting with effect from the 2021 academic year. Admission rules and individual programme content will be available in the Faculty Handbook.

Undergraduate

Degrees

Structure/Composition of the curriculum

Purpose of the programme

Exit Level Outcomes of The BSW programme

Additional information relevant to the programme e.g. WIL, practicals, dress codes etc.

Work integrated learning (WIL)

Programme co-ordinator

Composition of curriculum

First Year – Semester 1

First Year – Semester 2

Second Year – Semester 1

Second Year – Semester 2

Third Year – Semester 1

Third Year – Semester 2

Electives for Bachelor in Library and Information Science

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1) and Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Sociology ASDEG2

For the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (ASDEG1)

Structure and Duration of the programmes

First Year – Semester 1

First Year – Semester 2

Second Year – Semester 1

Second Year – Semester 2

Third Year – Semester 1

Third Year – Semester 2

Structure/Composition of the curriculum

Rules

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Bachelor of Arts In Philosophy (ABDEG1)

Description

Vision

Mission

Structure of the Curriculum

First Year – Semester 1

First Year – Semester 2

Second Year – Semester 1

Second Year – Semester 2

Third Year – Semester 1

Third Year – Semester 2

Credits

PHILOSOPHY CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1

120

SECOND MAJOR CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1

120

OTHER SUBJECTS CREDITS TOWARDS ABDEG1

120

TOTAL CREDITS – ABDEG1

360

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

General Rules

Composition of curriculum

First Year – Semester 1

First Year – Semester 2

Second Year – Semester 1

Second Year – Semester 2

Third Year – Semester 1

Third Year – Semester 2

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

First Year – Semester 1

First Year – Semester 2

Second Year – Semester 1

Second Year – Semester 2

Choose ONE Elective

Third Year – Semester 1

Third Year – Semester 2

First Year

Second Year

Third Year

NQF Level 7

Year 1

Year 2