Bachelor of Arts Honours in Psychology

The primary purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifying learners with a broad-based foundation of strong and cohesive skills for further studies in advanced Psychology. Learners should also acquire a skills foundation for applied and fundamental research in Psychology at a Master's level. Learners should also obtain analytical, interpretive and integrative skills that have practical value for the society as a whole. Learners should also be able to reflect on advanced Psychology and develop a holistic view of advanced Psychology and its applications in various contexts.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Potential learners who want to be credited for prior learning and/or experience for a particular module or modules, need to apply in writing to the Departmental Chairperson of the Department, offering the module or modules the learner wishes to be credited for, clearly stating the title(s) of the module or modules they want to be credited for as well as the basis on which they believe the accreditation should be granted.

The principles of RPL are subscribed to and will be implemented in a flexible manner. The principle of flexible and open access will, however, be offset against the provision that this is not to the detriment of the potential learner and that his/her chances to succeed must be reasonable.

The Committee will assess learners' competencies in order to determine whether they are eligible for

a) Access to,

b) Advanced placement in , or

c) Recognition of status for this qualification.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, NQF Level 7.

1. Demonstrate their ability to apply the theoretical principles of problem identification and solving correctly in the field of advanced psychology and reflect on the application made (problem solving skills)
2. Correctly plan and exercise research in advanced psychology, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on advanced psychology issues by utilising the theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken (research skills)
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing (e.g. report writing) with the different role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflecting on the application made (communication skills)
4. Accountably develop a theoretical and practical macro vision of the role of advanced psychology internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally (development of macro vision)
5. Effectively and responsibly organise and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in the field of advanced psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflecting on the application (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of advanced psychology (entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)
6. Practise acceptable social sensitivity in their relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (teamship)
7. Utilise appropriate technology (computer, e-mail, fax, psychometric tests) effectively in the advanced psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)
8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of advanced psychology (explore learning strategies)
9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach towards the holistic application of psychology related skills (promoting citizenship)
10. Practise acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of different communities and the role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the appropriate theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
11. Acquire acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the field of advanced psychology by utilising the theoretical principles and reflecting on the application thereof (employment seeking skills)

1. Demonstrate the ability to identify and solve problems correctly in the field of advanced psychology by applying the relevant theoretical principles and reflect on the application made (problem solving skills)
2. Correctly plan and exercise research in the field of advanced psychology, including the gathering, analysing, synthesising and interpretation of information on advanced psychology issues by utilising the theoretical research principles and reflecting on the research undertaken (research skills)
3. Communicate effectively orally and in writing (e.g. report writing) with the different role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the theoretical principles of communication and reflecting on the application made (communication skills)
4. Develop an accountable theoretical and practical macro vision of advanced psychology internationally, nationally, provincially/regionally and locally (development of macro vision)
5. Effectively and responsibly organise and co-ordinate resources and opportunities in the field of advanced psychology by applying the relevant theoretical aspects and reflecting on the application (including entrepreneurship, where relevant), as well as accept the responsibility for their own activities in the field of advanced psychology (entrepreneurship, self-responsibility skills)
6. Practise acceptable social sensitivity in their relationships with others and work effectively in a team by implementing the relevant theory and reflecting on the implementation thereof (teamship)
7. Utilise appropriate technology (computer, e-mail, fax) effectively in the advanced psychology environment (technological and environmental literacy)
8. Explore different effective learning strategies to acquire the different capabilities of a practitioner in the field of advanced psychology (explore learning strategies)
9. Promote responsible citizenship through their approach/attitude towards the holistic application of psychology related skills (promoting citizenship)
10. Practise acceptable social, cultural and aesthetic sensitivity towards the people of different communities and the role players in the field of advanced psychology by applying the theoretical principles and reflecting on the application made (cultural and aesthetic sensitivity)
11. Demonstrate acceptable employment seeking skills for entry into the different sectors of the field of advanced psychology by applying the theoretical principles of employment seeking skills and reflecting on the application thereof (employment seeking skills)

Integrated Assessment

Integrated assessment incorporated

Continuous assessment practices form an integral part of the design of this qualification. Learning outcomes are made explicit to learners and there is a coherent assessment strategy in place for each module, with a fair balance between formative and summative assessment strategies.

Formative assessment practices that will be implemented

Learners write one 90-minute test per module or alternatively hand in an assignment for a subject which demonstrates knowledge, integrative ability, data-basis understanding, insight and research ability. Assignments are also formally presented to an audience. Learners also write an extensive assignment in one allocated subject that demonstrates the above.

Summative assessment practices that will be implemented

Integrated assessment, focusing on the achievement of the exit-level outcomes, will be done by means of

written examinations, one per module, towards the end of the module.