Bachelor of Social Science in Information Technology

It will prepare competent learners capable of developing the fundamentals of computer programming, and with the expertise to analyse, design, operate and manage computer systems. The integration of these academic skills will enable the University to contribute to the country's need for an increase in workforce and self-sufficiency in information technology fields. It will prepare competent personnel who can understand the organisation and operation of computer hardware. It will help in the transfer of a technology which is undergoing rapid development. It will provide personnel who are capable of meeting the nation's present and future needs in the academic and vocational spheres. It will further prepare learners for advanced learner studies in information technology.

The learners of the social science degrees will have a deeper understanding societal context of the technology and thus provide the country with a workforce that can avoid the disruption that often accompanies the slavish adherence to the technological imperative. The science learners, while not unaware of societal issues, will be able to provide the deeper technical skills needed to make the technology operate effectively.

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

• Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 with endorsement.

Or

• National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's studies.

Or

• National Certificate Vocational, NQF Level 4 granting access to Bachelor's studies.

1. Identify and solve problems.
2. Communicate verbally and in writing.
3. Construct software that meets the highest international quality standards.
4. Analyse, design, operate and manage computer systems.
5. Understand the organisation and operation information technology; Promote and enable the utilisation of appropriate technology, Computer literacy; and Information retrieval skills.

Integrated Assessment

In the research projects, the learner will be expected to demonstrate an overall understanding of the programme and the capability to integrate the materials learned in the programme. The learner will be assessed using seminars which they must present to an external assessor, a written project report and the quality of the artefact produced (usually an IT application). These projects will take place in the third year and the fourth year exit points.

Tests during the year;

Weekly theoretical and practical assignments;

Semester projects;

Seminar and verbal presentations;

Formal examinations.