Bachelor of Arts Honours in Medical Sociology
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Qualification type
Honours Degree
Credits
120
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
North West University
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2021-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2031-06-30
Purpose and entry context
Official SAQA text formatted for easier reading.
Purpose and rationale
Purpose
Within the social sciences, the purpose of a Bachelor of Arts Honours (BA Hons) Medical Sociology is to deliver graduates who have an advanced knowledge and understanding of the medical aspects of sociology that they can apply within a working environment to investigate, analyse and interpret the evidence of medical sociology and offer workable solutions to realistic problems. It further provides every graduate with opportunities for continued personal intellectual growth, for gainful economic activity in a range of related careers, for rewarding and constructive contributions to society and gives admission to more advanced studies, such as a cognate Master's Degree.
Rationale
The rationale behind the composition of the Bachelor of Arts Honours (BA Hons) Medical Sociology is to empower learners in developing their research and analytical skills, while deepening their understanding of the medical issues as they are related to society. The design of the programme is focused on providing students with the knowledge and skills to operate as medical sociologists successfully and independently.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
The institution subscribes to the principles underlying outcomes based, source-based and lifelong learning. In this context, considerations of articulation and mobility play an important role. The institution endorses the view that Recognition of Prior Learning constitutes an essential element in deciding on admission to and awarding credits in an explicitly selected teaching-learning programme at honours level. RPL does not only imply assessment of the submitted portfolio, to determine the level of skills and knowledge comparable to Level 7 the candidate already possesses, but also the skills and knowledge the candidate has to master additionally prior to being accepted for the honours qualification. The assessment processes involved with RPL are the same as those followed for awarding credits in the formal graduate setting. An RPL candidate seeking credits for previously acquired skills and knowledge, must still comply with all the requirements as stated for modules, programmes and qualifications. The difference lies in the route of the assessment, since RPL assessment may be holistic in nature taking the context of the programme as well as the prior knowledge and experience of the person who is being assessed into account.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement is
- A relevant Bachelor's Degree.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of compulsory modules at Level 8 totalling 128 Credits.
Modules
- Theory of Medical Sociology, 16 Credits.
- Research Methodology and Project, 32 Credits.
- Sociological Health Behaviour, 16 Credits.
- Sociology in Medicine, 16 Credits.
- Ethics in Medical Sociology, 16 Credits.
- Sociological Dynamics in Health Care Systems, 16 Credits.
- Lifestyle Educ and HIV/Aids, 16 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Demonstrate a comprehensive and systematic knowledge base of the sociology in medicine and be informed about current developments and debates in this new field of study.
- Present a health care plan based on the relevant theoretical knowledge of the area.
- Function supportively as a health care worker in a simulated environment and facilitate social health training.
- Identify the need for a health care system within a community and on a personal level.
- Undertake a research project related to health care, which entails knowledge of research methods, skills to identify shortcomings in existing research, the gathering and analysis of data, and the evaluation and utilisation of articles in journals for the literature study.
- Compile a research report and debate findings orally by way of suitable media.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated Assessment
Continuous formative assessment strategies in the form of assignments, portfolios, tests etc. are employed as well as integrated summative assessments in the form of formal examinations and a mini dissertation/ project report etc. Oral presentations of smaller integrated research projects or seminars in individual as well as group context may also be employed. Learners are continuously assessed on the application of integrated knowledge and advanced skills in order to assure that they are competent for the work place.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows for vertical and horizontal articulation.
Vertical Articulation
- Master of Arts in Medical Sociology.
International comparability
The Level Descriptors for Higher Education Qualifications Framework (HEQF) Level 8 were used to design the qualification standard. These level descriptors are internationally benchmarked criteria based upon published work of the national quality assurance bodies in England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, New Zealand, and Australia.
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