Program Overview

University Program Information

The university offers a wide range of programs, including undergraduate and honors qualifications, master's and doctoral degrees, and short learning programs.

Undergraduate and Honors Qualifications

• The Bachelor of Arts degree is offered with a qualification stream in Linguistics and Afrikaans.
• Qualification code: 99311 - LAF
• NQF level: 7
• Total credits: 360
• SAQA ID: 14352
• APS/AS: 20
• This qualification consists of 30 modules and requires students to have access to a computer, printer, and the internet.
• Purpose statement: To familiarize learners with the content and basic theories of a number of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences.

Curriculum for this Qualification

• The curriculum is structured into three levels: first, second, and third.
• Each level offers a range of modules, including compulsory, fundamental, and elective modules.
• Modules are categorized into groups, such as Group A (compulsory modules), Group B (fundamentals), and Group C (electives).
• Students must select modules from each group to meet the qualification requirements.

Module Information

• First-level modules include:
  • AFK1501: Voetspore: Op reis deur die Afrikaanse Letterkunde
  • LIN1501: Grammatical Patterns and Concepts
  • LIN1502: Multilingualism: the Role of Language in the South African Context
• Second-level modules include:
  • AFK2601: Genre and Theme
  • LIN2601: Language Acquisition in a Natural Environment
  • LIN2602: Language in a Changing World
• Third-level modules include:
  • AFK3701: Communicative Scenario's
  • AFK3702: Comparatism: Intertextual Dialogues
  • AFK3703: Language Variation and Language Politics

Registration and Admission

• Applicants may only register if they have received an offer of placement from the university and have accepted the offer online.
• Re-registering students may register for the 2026 academic year once the registration period opens.
• Students must meet the admission criteria and requirements for their chosen qualification.

Research Areas

• The university offers research opportunities in various fields, including linguistics, literature, and social sciences.
• Research areas include language acquisition, language planning, and linguistic description.
• Students can pursue master's and doctoral degrees in their area of interest.

Tuition Fees

• Tuition fees vary depending on the qualification and level of study.
• Students must pay their study fees before registering for modules.
• The university offers payment methods and banking details for students to pay their fees.

Student Support

• The university provides student support services, including academic support, counseling, and career guidance.
• Students can access these services through the university's website or by contacting the student support center.
• The university also offers a range of resources, including libraries, laboratories, and computer facilities, to support student learning.