Postgraduate
Diplomas
- NQF Level 8
- Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
- Page 194-196
Honours
NQF Level 8 (only registered students)
The department offers a BA (Honours) degree in International Relations.
Prerequisites
General University rules apply.
In order to qualify for admission to the Honours course, students should have obtained a minimum pass of 60% for the third-year qualifying courses in Political Science. Students with an aggregate mark of less than 60% at third-year level may be admitted at the discretion of the HOD, subject to the approval by the Faculty Board of Arts, with the motivation from the HOD.University and Faculty rules apply to students who have not majored in Philosophy and who wish to enrol for Honours in Political Science. However, to be considered at all, they must have done undergraduate courses in Political Science such as Introduction to Political Science, International Relations and South African politics.
Modules (Five 3-hour papers)
Candidates have to complete a compulsory research paper and four other modules from the list below. Not all options are taught each year as they depend on the expertise available in the Department. Therefore, the students must consult the Head of the Department before they make their choices.
| CODE | TITLE | CREDIT VALUE | DESCRIPTION |
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| APOL501 | Advanced Research Methods | 20 | This module deals with the philosophical foundations of knowledge production from both Eurocentric and Africanist standpoints. It is also designed to expand students’ basic knowledge on the research process and themes learnt in the undergraduate class. It shall also focus on research ethics, modern data collection and analysis techniques and tools that are relevant for evidence-based policy making and implementation. |
| APOL502 | International Relations theories | 20 | This is an advanced module in international relations that shall focus on theories in the field of international relations. These include realism, game theory, human rights, |
| APOL503 | Political change and development in Africa | 20 | The module examines and analyses political change and development in neo- colonial Africa. It starts with an introduction to pre-colonial politics and development in African societies as a background to understand the trajectory of political change in the continent after colonialism. While acknowledging the internalist and externalist factors that underlie African politics and the problems these continue to create for the continent’s development, focus shall also be on the positive developments in the continent which are often neglected. |
| APOL504 | Gender issues in South African Politics | 20 | This is a very important module that underscores the gendered nature of politics in South Africa, Africa and the world. Starting from this prims, this course shall examine the theoretical, philosophical and practical considerations for mainstreaming women into politics in South Africa and Africa. Mindful of the fact that more women in politics will not necessarily translate to good governance and development, the module analyses the challenges women in politics face. Although these challenges are rooted in patriarchal socialization, the module provides an opportunity for students to examine the intervening variables that produce and nurture women in political office. The idea is to strike a balance between the critical mass versus the critical acts debate in the quest to make women more effective political leaders who can change the tone and trajectory of masculinized politics. |
| APOL505 | South Africa’s Foreign Policy Analysis | 20 | This course deals with an evaluation of South Africa’s foreign policy in Africa and the world at large. It looks at the goals (national interests) and instruments of South Africa’s foreign policy, the determinants of the country’s foreign policy using different levels of analysis. It also studies questions around South Africa’s role in Africa viz-a-viz its commitment to the African Renaissance philosophy it espoused and pursued through the establishment of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). |
| APOL506 | Independent Research paper | 40 | This is a compulsory research paper to be undertaken independently by the student in partial fulfilment of the research requirement for Honours. Under the supervision of a member of staff, students are required to produce an article-length research paper which meets the standards of a peer-reviewed journal. While publication is not a necessary condition for passing the paper, candidates will be encouraged to aim at publication in a recognized journal. |
The Research Paper must be completed by the end of January The examination for the remaining four papers will be written during July/January examination periods; 2 in July and 2 in January.
Admission requirements: See General Rules A14.1
Duration of Course: See General Rule A14.3
Examination: Four 3 hour papers plus one research paper.
The BA Honours programme consists of intensive, mandatory course-work. Five courses are offered, running parallel for one year. Admission to the Honours programme is limited to a minimum pass of 60% in Development Studies or in Environmental Planning and Development or any related field of study.
Modules Offered
| Project Monitoring and Evaluation | |
| ADS502 | Rural Development |
| ADS503 | Urban Development and Planning |
| ADS504 | Economics of Development |
| ADS505 | A scientific paper on a selected topic |
NQF Level 8 – Total no. of credits 120
Admission requirements: See General Rules A14.1
Duration of Course: See General Rule A14.3
The BA Honours programme consists of intensive, mandatory course-work. Five courses are offered, running parallel for one year. Admission to the Honours programme is limited to a minimum pass of 60% in Anthropology or any related field of study.
Modules Offered
| AANT501: | History of Anthropology, trends of thought and theory |
| AANT502: | Medical Anthropology |
| AANT503: | The Anthropology of Tourism |
| AANT504: | Applied Anthropology |
| AANT505: | Scientific paper incorporating original research based on an approved topic |
The Honours qualification provides research skills through projects that relate to communication science. This course allows students to conduct research projects in the following areas: Public Relations, Business Communication Management, Advertising, Organisational Communications, Public Speaker/ Spokesperson and Journalism. The course is designed to teach the student basics techniques of thesis write up. The graduate is allowed to enter into the Masters programme.
| Faculty | Arts |
|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT: | Communication Science (05) |
| Degree (Designator): | Bachelor of Arts Honours: Communication Science |
| CESM Category: | 05 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies |
| MAJORS: | Communication Studies |
| Abbreviation: | BA.Hons: Comm. Sci. |
| Qualification Code (SAQF): | 19199 |
| UNIZULU Code: | AHON03 |
| NQF EXIT Level: | 08 |
| Admission Requirements: |
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Where an applicant does not meet this requirement, a head of department may tender before Faculty a motivation for admission in terms of the following criteria:
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| Minimum Credits for Admission: | 360 |
| Minimum duration of studies | 1 Year |
| Presentation mode of subjects: | Full Time |
| Intake for the qualification: |
January |
| Registration Cycle for the subjects: | JANUARY |
| Readmission: | |
| Total credits to Graduate: | 120 |
| SEMESTER 1 & 2 | ||||
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| Fundamentals of research | ACS501 | 30 | 8 | – |
| Literature Survey | ACS502 | 30 | 8 | – |
| Communication Research Methods |
ACS503 | 30 | 8 | – |
| Applied Communication Research | ACS504 | 30 | 8 | – |
| TOTAL | 120 |
ACS501: FUNDAMENTALS OF RESEARCH: Choice of Research Topic. Understanding outcomes. Proposal Design. Ethics, Integrity, Security & Quality Assurance.
ACS502: LITERATURE SURVEY: Field of Specialisation: Literature Survey based on one of the following: –
- Public Relations
- Print Media (Journalism)
- Mass Media (Radio, Film and Television)
- Educational and Development Communication
ACS503: COMMUNICATION RESEARCH METHODS: Research methods and selective research approaches. Design of Conceptual Model
ACS504: APPLIED COMMUNICATION RESEARCH: Question design and implementation. Data Analysis. Recommendations and Conclusion.
BA Honours programme consists of intensive, mandatory course-work. Five courses are offered, running parallel for one year. Admission to the Honours programme is limited to a minimum pass of 60% in Sociology or Industrial Sociology.
Compulsory Papers
| CODE | TITLE | CREDIT | DESCRIPTION | COMPULSORY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASY 501 | Classical Sociological Theory | 20 | Classical sociological theories are of profound scope created in Europe between the early 1800s and early 1900s. The work of classical sociological theorists such as Auguste Comte, Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber, F.W.G Hegel was important in its time and played a central role in subsequent development of Sociology and how their ideas impact and become relevant today | Y |
| ASY 502 | Research Methodology and Statistics for Sociological Research | 20 | This is the sociology department’s apex course in research methodology. The module builds upon knowledge earlier acquired from the research method courses taught at the undergraduate level. The module commences by introducing students to the rudiments of quantitative data analysis. The first unit entails the practical analysis of quantitative data using the Statistical package for the social sciences. The module further delves into an exposé on the processes of theory development in Sociology. This entails a study of the philosophy of the Social Sciences with discussions on the contributions of Karl Popper, Thomas Khun, Imre laktos and Paul Feyerabend to the conceptions of science and the development of social theory. The module further deals with specific research methods and techniques including grounded theory research and unobtrusive research, contents analysis/thematic contents analysis. | Y |
| ASY 503 | Contemporary Sociological Theory | 20 | The purpose this module is to assist Sociology postgraduate students with the information of how contemporary sociologists view life situations as opposed to the classical Sociologists from one century to another. The module will provide students with clear understanding of evolution and revolution of societies and demonstrate that human beings are not stagnant. The course will focus on the following theories: Critical theory, Humanist theory, Interactionism, Structuralism, Social systems and Social change, globalisation and world systems theory as well as Feminist- gender theories of inequality. | Y |
| ASY 504 | Choice of one field, from: Sociology of development, religion, the state and politics, family, social policy, medical sociology and social stratification | 20 | Choice of one field, from: Sociology of development, religion, the state and politics, family, social policy, medical sociology and social stratification. | Y |
| ASY 505 | Practical Work (Field Research) | 40 | The candidate is expected to choose a Research topic in consultation with the Head of the department. | Y |
- NQF Level 8
- Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
- Page 192-194
Admission requirements
Admission to the BA Honours in Psychology course is limited to:
- This degree is an academic degree ONLY and does not lead to professional registration.
- A minimum average pass rate of 65 in Psychology modules
- Preference will be given to students with the following (or equivalent) modules:
- Psychopathology
- Psychological assessment
- Psychological Interventions
- Research
- Candidates must enroll in all 6 (SIX) modules and submit a mini-dissertation of between 10,000 and 12,000 words at the end of the year.
Duration of the Proposed Degree
The degree extends over a minimum of 12 months.
Examination
There are 2 (TWO) exams. One exam in June, and one exam in October
Admission requirements
Relevant University and Faculty rules apply. Specifically, in order to qualify for admission to the Philosophy Honours course, students should have obtained a minimum aggregate pass of 65% for the third-year qualifying courses in Philosophy. Students with an aggregate mark of less than 65% at third-year level may be admitted at the discretion of the HoD.University and Faculty rules apply to students who have not majored in Philosophy and who wish to enrol for Honours in Philosophy.
Duration of the Proposed Degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year.
Examinations
Candidates have to complete a compulsory research paper and four other papers from the list below. Not all options are taught each year as they depend on the expertise available in the Department. Therefore, students must consult the Head of the Department before they make their choices. Candidates may, after consultation with the Head of Department, be granted permission to do one paper offered by another Department at the Faculty of Arts. However, the candidates have to complete the compulsory Research Paper in the Department of Philosophy and Applied Ethics.
| TITLE | CODE | CREDIT | NQF LEVEL | DESCRIPTION |
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| Epistemology | APH501 | 20 | 8 | This module presents a selection of epistemological theories. |
| African Philosophy | APH502 | 20 | 8 | This module presents a selection of topics from African Philosophy. |
| Philosophical Anthropology | APH503 | 20 | 8 | This module presents topics from the intersection of philosophy and anthropology. |
| Applied Ethics | APH504 | 20 | 8 | This module deals with a selection of ethical theories and their applications. |
| Existential Phenomenology | APH505 | 20 | 8 | This module presents a selection of topics from existential phenomenology, including phenomenology and existentialism. |
| Critical Theory | APH506 | 20 | 8 | This module presents a selection of topics concerning Critical Theory from its origin till present day. |
| A Study of Texts | APH507 | 20 | 8 | This module allows students to engage with contemporary and past philosophical texts. |
| Contemporary Philosophical Debates – a Research Paper | APH508 | 40 | 8 | This is a compulsory paper fulfilling the research requirement for Honours. Candidates are required to produce an article-length research paper which meets the standards of a peer-reviewed journal. The work is supervised and, while publication is not a necessary condition for passing the paper, candidates will be encouraged to aim at publication in a recognised journal. |
Students choose four of the semester modules after consultation with the HoD. The Research Paper must be completed by the end of January. The examinations for the remaining papers are written during the May/June and November/January examination sessions.
Admission requirements
To register for an Honours degree in Penology a student must have obtained at least 60% in Course III.
Duration of the proposed degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year.
Examination
Four written papers and a research project.
PART I
Paper 1 APN501 – Fundamental Penology
Paper 2 APN502 – Research Methodology
PART II
The student chooses two of the following.
- Paper 3 APN503 – Penitentiary Penology Paper
- 4 APN504 – Judicial Penology
- Paper 5 APN505 – Community-based Penology
- Paper 6 APN506 – Research Article (compulsory)
The BIS –Honours is a postgraduate degree programme offered to aspirants who already have BA (IS) or their equivalent qualification and obtained 60 % average marks in LIS subjects offered for the duration of study and wish to pursue advanced study in LIS. The programme takes one year full-time and two years part-time study and consists of eight courses including three compulsory of which six must be chosen. For qualification purposes a candidate shall obtain an average of at least 50%, with a minimum of 45% allowed in two papers in the honours examination.
(Five three-hour papers and a research project) AIS501, AIS503 and AIS506 (research report) are compulsory)
| CODE | TITLE | CREDIT | DESCRIPTION | |
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| AIS 501 | User Studies and Research Methods | 20 | The aim of the module to enable the student to understand research concepts and application in order to plan, conduct and report research. Student will also be enabled to understand and apply user studies concepts and applications largely within a defined context | |
| AIS 502 | Management and Administration | 20 | The aim of the module to enable the students to understand and apply management theories/models and principles to the management of modern information and knowledge systems and services within a defined context. | |
| AIS 503 | Information Storage and Retrieval | 20 | This module aims to equip students with knowledge on how information is stored and retrieved. | |
| AIS 504 | School and Children’s Libraries: Children’s Literature |
20 | The aim of the module is to familiarize students with aspects concerning the management of school and children’s libraries, and also to familiarize them with aspects of children’s literature. | |
| AIS 505 | Document Studies | 20 | The aim of the module is to familiarize students with aspects concerning the management, storage and maintenance of documents, with specific reference to the electronic era. | |
| AIS 506 | Research report | 20 | The aim of the module to enable the students to conduct, compile and report research in LIS . | |
| AIS 508 | Multimedia | 20 | The aim of this module is to impart to students theoretical and practical knowledge of various multimedia applications and programs especially internet-based programs and mobile applications. Student will also be enabled to understand and apply multimedia concepts and applications largely within a defined context. | |
Methods of assessment included continuous assessment (at least 40%) and final exam (at least 60%).
Masters and Doctorates focus on candidates preparing to occupy senior information and knowledge management positions, LIS theory and research and for academics/HEIs educators. To be accepted in the Masters programme a minimum mark of 65% for the BIS Honours is required
Remarks
- Admission to the Honours degree is normally limited to a minimum pass of 60% for the third-year qualifying courses in History See General and Faculty rules.For a student who has less than 60% aggregate at third-year level, there is a possibility in exceptional circumstances that the Faculty Board of Arts may admit such a student to the Honours course in History if the Head of Department has sufficient evidence to motivate the application.
- The medium of instruction is English and therefore a thorough reading knowledge of English is required, but students are also expected to be able to communicate and study in the other official languages.
- Students must have a basic competency in computer literacy.
- Papers 1 and 2 are compulsor Candidates must select three additional papers from the other choices. All options are not necessarily taught each year, and the Head of the Department must therefore be consulted beforehand.
- In order to qualify for the Honours examination, a candidate shall complete a research project based on documentary and/or other original source A research report (five copies typed and properly bound) must be submitted before the end of October of the particular year. This will be regarded as a sixth paper for examination purposes and called AHY500.
- The examination may be written in one or two par Part one consists of Papers 1 and 2, plus the research report; and part two of the other three papers.
Paper 1 (AHY501) – core
- Method, technique and research theory of history, g. the choice of a subject for an MA dissertation; the nature of historical sources; aids to the study of South African history; source criticism; form and style problems in writing history. A visit to the provincial Archives Repository is compulsory.
- South African historiography in the twentieth century, e.g. traditional, liberal and radical views; recent perspectives.
Paper 2 (AHY502)-core
- Philosophy of history; speculative and some typical problems, e.g. the Christian interpretation of history; linear and cyclical approaches; Vico, Spengler, Toynbee and Jaspers; defining history as science or art; objectivity and relativism; value and meaning; post-modernism in history; meta-histor
- General historiography from the Enlightenment to the present, e.g. rational, romantic and liberal historians, positivism and empirism in history; Niebuhr and Ranke; nationalistic interpretations; Marxism; New History; the Annales; German social and economic historians since 1945; recent international trends, inter alia “everyday life” history, narrative history and global versus local histor
Paper 3 (AHY503)
Introduction to the methodology of, and themes on the history of pre-literate societies in the history of Southern Africa, from the Stone Age to circa 1800, e.g. the place of pre-colonial history in the scientific world; the nature, processing and interpretation of source material; concepts relating to construction of pre-colonial history; the South African Stone and Iron Ages. A compulsory fieldwork excursion is included.
Paper 4 (AHY504)
Themes on the political, social and economic history of KwaZulu-Natal, e.g. defining local and regional history, inter-cultural relations; various developments since the eighteenth century.
Paper 5 (AHY505)
Themes on the history of contemporary South Africa since 1948, e.g. defining contemporary history; political issues and constitutional changes in the post-1961 period; the Republic of South Africa in international context; recent socio-economic developments; cultural evolution and adaptation to modern technology in South Africa.
Paper 6 (AHY506)
An in-depth study of specific themes from the history of Africa (excluding South Africa) since 1945,e.g. struggles for national liberation; the Organisation for African Unity; West European, Chinese, Soviet and American foreign policies in Africa.
Paper 7 (AHY507)
Themes on the history of contemporary Europe as from 1945, e.g. post-war Europe and the development of the Cold War; integration and co-operation in post-war Western Europe; the role of the USSR in Eastern Europe; movements towards détente; roles of prominent leaders in post-war Europe; the Bosnian crisis.
Paper 8 (AHY508)
Themes on the political, social and economic history of some major world powers since 1945, e.g. an evaluation of different post-war American presidents; J.F. Dulles as an exponent of American foreign policy; Mao Tse-tung and Chou En-lai in the rise of Red China; Chiang Kai-shek and the Republic of Free China; Stalin; Khruschchev, Brezhnev and Gorbachev in the Soviet Union; Yeltsen, Putin and the Russian Federation; the Korean and Vietnam wars; international effects of the Cuban and Middle Eastern crises; American, Chinese and Russian relations with Africa.
Paper 9(AHY509)-core
An honours paper in a related subject in which the candidate has passed the third year course for the BA degree. The approval of both Heads of Department concerned must be obtained.
Candidates must have attained a minimum of 60% average in the German – Year Level III –modules in order to be admitted to the course.Students are required to choose FOUR papers from the following list:One of these papers must be a research paper which will count at least 30% of the total final mark (40 credits). This means that 3 of the four chosen papers will count 20 credits each and one will count 40 credits.
| CODE | TITLE | CREDIT | DESCRIPTION |
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| AGE501 | A period (Literature Period) | 20 | This paper offers an overview of selected periods in German Literature History as well as an in-depth study of a period chosen by the student. |
| AGE502 | A Genre | 20 | A consideration of some elements of genre theory as well as an overview of literature genre. This is followed by a paper on a chosen genre. |
| AGE503 | Literature Theory | 20 | This paper focuses on a particular literature theory as well as examples of its application. |
| AGE504 | Language | 20 | Topics may be chosen from fields such as translation and DAF (German as a Foreign Language). The focus is on the German language. |
| AGL505 | Mass Literature | 20 | A study of various aspects of mass literature or popular fiction, including the close reading of some selected works in this genre. The paper will focus on theory as well as analysis. |
Before being admitted to the Honours programme candidates should have an undergraduate degree, preferably in English, Linguistics, IsiZulu or any other language. Candidates with majors in Psychology and other language courses will also be considered. A Higher Diploma in Education with teaching experience will also qualify, after consultation with the Head of the Department.The Honours programme is designed to improve employment prospects for language teachers, language practitioners, translators, interpreters, publishers and other related professions.
| CODE | TITLE | CREDIT | DESCRIPTION |
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| AGL501 | Syntax | 20 | This paper offers grammar of language – sentence structure; rules, etc.. It also offers traditional and modern approaches in linguistics, the interconnectedness between syntax and other areas of language studies. |
| AGL502 | Sociolinguistics | 20 | In sociolinguistics the focus is on the study of language in relation to social factors, including differences of regional, class, and occupational dialect, gender differences, language and culture, bilingualism, etc. |
| AGL503 | Psycholinguistics | 20 | Psycholinguistics is the study of the mental aspects of language and speech. It is primarily concerned with the ways in which language is represented and processed in the brain. The paper focuses on language processing, lateralisation, aphasia, etc. |
| AGL504 | Language Theory & Practice | 20 | The paper focuses on theoretical principles in language teaching and learning. Students will be required to critique the presented approaches: the traditional, structural, situational and communicative approaches. Some syllabi will be evaluated, in terms of communicative teaching design and effectiveness. |
| AGL505 | Original Research Paper | 20 | Students will be expected to use insights which they gained from the course as a whole to write an extended essay of about 5000 – 8000 words. Topics on which they will write may vary from psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics, syntax, etc. There will be guidance and supervision provided by the Department on the writing of the extended essay. |
Admission requirements
In terms of regulation G29(2), a candidate who has achieved a mark of less than 60% in English III will not normally be admitted to the degree.The degree may be taken full-time (one year) or part-time (normally two years). Students are required, in consultation with the Head of Department, to choose FIVE papers from the following list:
Paper 1 (AEN510English Language Studies
- AEN511 English Syntax
- AEN512 English Semantics
- AEN513 English Pragmatics
- AEN514 English Sociolinguistics
- AEN515 English Psycholinguistics
Paper 2 (AEN520) Literary Criticism and Theory
Paper 3 (AEN530)Period Studies, for example:
- AEN531 English Renaissance Literature
- AEN532 English Romantic Literature
- AEN533 English Modernist Literature
Paper 4 (AEN540)Area Studies, for example:
- AEN541 African Literature in English
- AEN542 Southern African Literature in English
- AEN543 American Literature
Paper5 (AEN550)Thematic Studies, for example:
- AEN551 The Primal Vision: Mythopoeic
- AEN552 Gender Studies
Paper 6 (AEN560)Genre Studies, for example:
- AEN561 Poetry
- AEN562 Narrative
- AEN563 Drama
- AEN564 Travel Writing
- AEN565 Life Writing
Paper 7 (AEN570) Studies in World Literatures
Paper 8 (AEN580)Writing Topics Paper 9 (AEN590
Paper 9 (AEN590)Research Paper
Note:
- Students may choose up to two papers from another department in the Faculty of Arts, if this is approved by the Heads of both departments
- The options offered in any year will depend on the availability of staff as well as on student interest
- Any of the main headings (i.e., those whose code numbers end with ‘0’) may be subdivided.
- A student is welcome to choose two or more papers under any heading.
- AEN590, the Research Paper, is compulsory
Duration of Course
See General Rule A14.3
Examination
One three-hour paper for each course, except AEN590.
Masters
Admission requirements
Students with an Honours degree in Social Work or a four(4) year degree in Social Work are accepted in this programme
Duration of the Proposed Degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year full time or two(2) years part time.The examination of the Research in Master of Social Work consists of a dissertation of approximately 120 typed pages on an approved subject.
- NQF Level 9
- Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
- Page 195-198
- NQF Level 9
- Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
- Page 195-198
Master of Arts in Political Science (AMAS30) – NQF Level 9 (only registered students)
The degree of Masters of Arts follows an Honor’s degree in one or more of the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Anthropology, Sociology and other such related fields.Examination is by dissertation and a dissertation must be submitted on an approved topic. Candidates can either major in Political Science or International Relations based on the subject area(s) of their dissertation.
Refer to Faculty requirements.
Duration of the proposed degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year.
Examination
The Philosophy Master’s is a Master’s by dissertation on an approved subject. See general University rules and consult the Head of the Department.
NQF Level 9 (only registered students)
The degree of Masters of Arts follows an Honor’s degree in one or more of the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Anthropology, Sociology and other such related fields.Examination is by dissertation and a dissertation must be submitted on an approved topic. Candidates can either major in Political Science or International Relations based on the subject area(s) of their dissertation.
NQF Level 9 Credits 180
Admission requirements
Refer to Faculty requirements.
Duration of the proposed degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year.
Examination
The examination shall consist of a dissertation on an approved subject. This may be supplemented with an oral examination if the Head of the Department deems it fit.
AMAS12 NQF Level 9
The examination consists of a dissertation, the subject of which is to be approved by the Senate at least six months before the dissertation is submitted. The candidate shall submit a declaration stating that the dissertation is his/her work. The dissertation must be in accordance with all requirements of the Department of History and the general rules of the University.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to MA in Geography a candidate shall have passed Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree in Geography and Environmental studies or an equivalent qualification.
Curriculum
A dissertation (AGES700) on an approved topic. An oral examination on the contents of the dissertation may be required. Also see General Rules.
NQF Level 9
A dissertation on an approved subject.
NQF Level 9; Total No of Credits 180
A dissertation on an approved subject.
NQF Level 9. Total number of credits: 180
Admission requirements
To be registered for a Master of Arts in Criminology, a student shall have passed an Honours degree in Criminology, or in another related field in safety and security.
Duration of the proposed degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year.
Examination
The examination shall consist of a dissertation on an approved subject. This may be supplemented with an oral examination if the Head of the Department deems it fit.
NQF Level 9 Total Number of Credits 120
- Master of Arts in IsiZulu (AMAS14)
- Master of Arts in SeSotho (AMAS15)
- Master of Arts in SiSwati (AMAS16)
- A dissertation on an approved subject
Refer to Faculty requirements.
- Psych Degree with minimum pass rate of 60%
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Honours Degree
- Bachelor of Education in Educational Psychology
- Bachelor of Education in Counselling and Guidance/Orthopedagog
- Personality suitability and academic mer
- The MA (Counselling Psychology) is an applied degree leading towards registration with the Professional Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a counselling psycholog The course is a natural extension of the honours course. Only a limited number of students can be admitted to the course. Students will be selected in terms of both academic merit and personal suitability.
- Students who have insufficient background at Honours or BEd levels in areas of research methodology, psychopathology, psychological assessment and/or equivalent of these papers will be required to do and pass these subjects for non-degree purpose (NDPS) before they are admitted to the MA (Counselling Psychology) course of stud
Duration of the proposed degree
The course extends over a minimum of two years of which one is a full-time academic year plus a twelve month internship at an HPCSA accredited institution before the degree can be conferred
Duration of the proposed degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least one year full time or two(2) years part time.The examination of the coursework master’s degree in community work consists of four 3 hour papers plus a dissertation of approximately 100 pages (which will account for 50% of the final mark for the degree) and practical work. To be accepted in the programme 65% must be obtained in your 4th year /Honors degree.
Names Codes and details of Papers
Paper 1 (AWS 701) History and Philosophy of community work.
Paper 2 (AWS 702) Social policy and planning. Policy formulation and analysis Local, regional and national planning Financial management for NGOs Marketing and strategic planning
Paper 3 (AWS 703) Community work strategies and tactics Developing leadership Coalition building
Paper 4 (AWS 704) Research methodology (advanced methods of data analysis) A dissertation of approximately 100 typed pages.
Practical Work (AWS79P)
- Community Profiling Business Plan
- Community project evaluation
- A comprehensive report comprises of community profiling, business plan and project evaluation report to be submitted by the 31st October
Students with an Honours, or four year(4) degree or a postgraduate diploma in any field can be accepted in this programme.Refer to Faculty requirements
The Masters qualification is research based projects that relate to communication science. Research projects focus on the following areas: Public Relations, Business Communication Advertising, Organisational Communications and Journalism. This graduate is allowed to enter into the Doctoral programme.
| FACULTY | ARTS |
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| DEPARTMENT: | Communication Science (05) |
| Degree (Designator) | Master of Arts: Communication Science |
| CESM Category | 05 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies |
| MAJORS | Communication Studies |
| Abbreviation | MA: Communication Science |
| Qualification Code (SAQF) | 8869 |
| UNIZULU Code | Code: AMAS03 |
| NQF EXIT Level | 9 |
| Admission Requirements | BA: Honour’s degree in Communication Science or related field also refer to the Faculty requirements |
| Minimum Credits for Admission | |
| Minimum duration of studies | 2 YEARS |
| Presentation mode of subjects: | FULL TIME |
| Intake for the qualification: | JANUARY |
| Registration Cycle for the subjects: | JANUARY |
| Readmission: | Column 2 Value 15 |
| Total credits to Graduate: 180 | 180 |
Refer to Faculty requirements
- Psych Degree with minimum pass rate of 65%
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Honours Degree with a minimum pass rate of 65% in psychology module
- Bachelor of Education in Educational Psychology
- Bachelor of Education in Counselling and Guidance/Orthopedagog
- Personality suitability and academic mer
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with a panel consisting of internal and external supervisor
- The MA (Clinical Psychology) is an applied degree leading towards registration with theProfessional Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a clinical psychologist. The course is a natural extension of the honours course. Only a limited number of students can be admitted to the course. Students will be selected in terms of both academic merit and personal suitability.
- Students who have insufficient background at Honours or BEd levels in areas of research methodology, psychopathology, psychological assessment and/or equivalent of these papers will be required to do and pass these subjects for non-degree purpose (NDPS) before they are admitted to the MA (Clinical Psychology) course of stud
Duration of the proposed degree
- The course extends over a minimum of two years of which one is a full-time academic year plus a twelve month internship at an HPCSA accredited institution before the degree can be conferred.
- A further twelve month Community Service at a Government Hospital is required plus an HPCSA Board examination is required.
Curriculum
- University coursework – APS701
- Dissertation – APS702
- Twelve month internship at an HPCSA accredited training in
NQF Level 9 ; Total No of Credits 180
A dissertation on an approved subject.
NQF Level 9
A dissertation on an approved topic.
PhD
MODULE CODE AGES800] NQF Level 10
Total credits 120
Curriculum
A thesis (AGES800) on an approved topic. An oral examination on the contents of the thesis may be required. Also see General Rules and consult with the Head of the Department.
- NQF Level 10
- Admission rules and individual programme content can be found in the Faculty Handbook
- Page 198-199
Students with Master’s degree in Social Work are accepted in this programme. Refer to Faculty rules.
Duration of the Proposed Degree
The curriculum shall extend over at least two years full time or three(3) years part time.
A Thesis on approved topic.
In a Master of Recreation and Tourism (MRT)
- The research component forms 50% of the total value of the Degree.
ART705 Module
The dissertation research project is undertaken during the second year of study by part-time students and first year by full time students. The research project culminates in a well-bound dissertation which constitutes 50% of the Degree.
NQF Level 10 (only registered students)
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy follows a Master’s degree in the one or more of the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Anthropology, Sociology and other such related fields. See General Rules (G49-G56) and consult the Head of the Department for admission enquiries and processes.Examination is by thesis and a thesis must be submitted on an approved topic. Candidates can either major in Political Science or International Relations based on the subject area(s) of their thesis.
NQF Level 10, APHD17 360 credits
A thesis on an approved subject in philosophy. See general University rules and consult the Head of the Department.
Service modules offered outside the BA Degree:
| APHS112 | Public Relations Ethics | ACPDP1 |
|---|---|---|
| APHS211 | Philosophy of Communication | ACMDP1 |
| APHS212 | Media Ethics | ACMDP1 |
NQF Level 10 (only registered students)
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy follows a Master’s degree in the one or more of the fields of Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Development Studies, Anthropology, Sociology and other such related fields. See General Rules (G49-G56) and consult the Head of the Department for admission enquiries and processes.Examination is by thesis and a thesis must be submitted on an approved topic. Candidates can either major in Political Science or International Relations based on the subject area(s) of their thesis.
NQF Level 10 Credits 360
Rules for a Doctorate in the Faculty of Arts shall apply. The examination shall consist of a thesis on an approved topic subject to rules G48-G56
NQF Level 10
Intensive theoretical, historical and comparative study around the chosen, approved topic for research, guided by the supervisor and Head of Department, and a thesis.
NQF Level 10
Refer to General Rules G49-G56 and consult Head of Department.
NQF Level 10
A thesis on an approved subject
NQF Level 10; Total No of Credits 360
A thesis on an approved subject
The PhD in community psychology consists of a specialized doctoral programme of studies for registered psycholog All doctoral degrees require the completion of a thesis. (Some doctoral programmes may have coursework components, but in such instances the successful completion of the coursework component serves merely as a prerequisite for the submission of the thesis for assessment. Only the thesis assessment is considered for the award of the degree. Doctoral degrees are awarded pass or fail assessments. No marks are awarded and degrees are not awarded with merit or distinction”. A limited number of students selected in terms of academic merit and personal suitability will be admitted to the programme which extends over a minimum period of two years.
The curriculum consists of three basic parts: The curriculum consists of two basic units:
- the university coursework – AEC801
- a thesis – AEC802
University coursework
This consists of examinations and supervised course-work in the following areas:
Paper 1
African community psychology and/or community psychology in South Africa, including early older forms of community psychology, traditional healing and Afro-Christian healing. Community psychology theory, models and development e.g. in industry, education and health with special focus on rural development.
Paper 2
Community psychology research methods applied in community settings.
Paper 3
Community psychology interventions, including community and cultural counselling and individual, interpersonal, marital, family, group psychotherapy in educational, clinical, health and industrial community settings.
Paper 4
This consists of supervised practical work in a variety of community centres and settings. The practical part is distinguishable but inseparable from the thesis and theoretical part in that the community centres and settings provide the resources, direction and context for the thesis and theoretical part. The formal requirement for completion of the practical part is the submission of a scientific paper based upon the community psychological practice.
A Thesis (Paper 5)
Although it may be limited in scope and length the thesis satisfies all the academic requirements of a PhD thesis.
The two parts; thesis and coursework each carry equal weigh Candidates must pass both parts before the degree PhD (Community Psychology) is conferred.
The Doctoral qualification is research based projects that relate to communication science. Research projects focus on the following areas: Public Relations, Business Communication Advertising, Organisational Communications and Journalism.
| FACULTY | ARTS |
|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT: | Communication Science (05) |
| Degree(Designator) | Doctor of Philosophy |
| CESM Category | 05 Communication, Journalism and Related Studies |
| MAJORS | Communication Studies |
| Abbreviation | D.Phil.: Communication Studies |
| Qualification Code (SAQF) | 96631 |
| UNIZULU Code | Code: ADPH03 |
| NQF EXIT Level | 10 |
| Admission Requirements | Master’s degree in Communication Science or related field; also refer to the Faculty requirements |
| Minimum Credits for Admission | |
| Minimum duration of studies | 2 YEARS |
| Presentation mode of subjects: | FULL TIME |
| Intake for the qualification: | JANUARY |
| Registration Cycle for the subjects: | JANUARY |
| Readmission: | |
| Total credits to Graduate: | 360 |
NQF Level 10; Total No of Credits 3600
A thesis on an approved subject.
NQF Level 10
A thesis on an approved topic.
NQF LEVEL 10 TOTAL NUMBER OF CREDITS 120
Doctor of Philosophy in IsiZulu (ADPH14)
Doctor of Philosophy in SeSotho (ADPH15)
Doctor of Philosophy in SiSwati (ADPH16)
A thesis on an approved subject
NQF Level 10
Admission and registration
The general rules apply:
- A student who wishes to enroll shall have obtained a Master’s degree in the Faculty concerned unless a provision to the contrary exists in the rules of the Faculty, or equivalent status shall have been conferred on him or her and he or she shall satisfy the Senate as to his or her proficiency in the prescribed field of study.
- Admission shall further be subject to approval by the Board of the Faculty on the recommendation of the Head of Department concerned.
- A candidate shall register annually not later than 30 March.