Bachelor of Arts Honours in Sociology

The qualification aims

1. To undertake community-based, action research into chronic poverty and community development of mainly rural areas.
2. To debate policy and undertake health systems research for a more socially accountable health care system.
3. To intellectually apply social theory to reflect on the type of socio-economic transformation needed in South Africa and contribute to social knowledge.
4. To analyse and direct solution to problems in the fields of development, labour relations, organisational and technological environments.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, NQF Level 7.

1. Undertake research to address social and development problems and in this way contribute to socio-economic development.
2. Apply knowledge and skills for conflict resolution and improving labour relation in the industrial arena.
3. Debate issues of inequality in the health care arena and thus contribute to policy-making.
4. Show interest in Sociology become a life-long learner.
5. Demonstrate intellectual, research and teamwork ability to obtain an occupation in the fields of health, industry, education or public sector.

Seminars, assignments, research projects; written examination

• Portfolios.
• Workplace assessments.
• Written examinations.
• Oral examinations.

Other

Research project (design, proposal, questionnaire construction, fieldwork, data analyses, including a computer, report writing and communication with the community.