Bachelor of Arts in Law

Purpose and Rationale of the Qualification

• The purpose of this qualification is to provide qualifiers with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills which are the foundation which will enable qualifiers to gain entry into careers in Law.
• The qualification indicates that the recipient of the qualification has both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to translate into competent performance in the labour market.

Recognition of Prior Learning

• Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

A candidate who

• Has not obtained matriculation exemption or National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) granting admission to Bachelor's Degree study but who are in possession of at least a three-year tertiary qualification, will be considered on the basis of merit, with a view to admission to a Degree programme.
• Is in possession of another certificate which is accepted by the University as equivalent to the required level 4 qualifications.
• Is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of such an institution, may also be considered for admission.
• Passes an admission test as prescribed by the University.
• A conditional exemption certificate does not qualify a candidate for admission to bachelor's degree study. A certificate of conditional exemption by virtue of mature age is, however, accepted for Degree study by certain faculties.
• Candidates are advised to contact the faculty administration in question in this regard.
• Senate may place a limit on the number of students who may be admitted to register for a programme, in which case the Dean concerned may decide who to admit from those who qualify.

Entry Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting admission to Bachelor's Degree study.
• Senior Certificate, Level 4 with matriculation exemption.
• National Certificate (Vocational), Level 4 with a relevant specialisation granting admission to Bachelor's Degree study.

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Learners will have

1. A sound knowledge of South African law, and be able to apply the law to practical problems.
2. The skills and proficiencies necessary to translate these into competent performances in the field of Law.
3. A core set of ethics pertaining to their responsibilities as practitioners of Law in a developing country.

The learner will

• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic level of knowledge pertaining to principles of Law.
• Solve typical practical problems encountered in legal practice.
• Demonstrate that they have the necessary detailed knowledge of the SA legal system.
• Translate their knowledge in solving practical problems ethically.

Integrated Assessment

• Portfolios.
• Simulations.
• Work-place assessments.
• Written examinations.
• Oral examinations.

Other

• External evaluation at exit level purposes appropriate to contextual and situational readings of candidates presenting themselves for the recognition of learning achievements.