Program Overview

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University Program Information

The university offers a range of programs for students to choose from.

Bachelor of Arts

The Bachelor of Arts program is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in the humanities and social sciences.

• Qualification stream: Sociology and Geography
• Qualification code: 99311 - SGE
• NQF level: 7
• Total credits: 360
• SAQA ID: 14352
• APS/AS: 20

Purpose Statement

The purpose of this program is to familiarize learners with the content and basic theories of a number of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, at the basic and intermediate level, and to provide them with a deeper grasp of one or more of these disciplines taken at exit level (level 6).

Rules

This qualification consists of 30 modules. Students should note that during the course of their studies, they would be required to have access to a computer or laptop, printer, and the internet.

Curriculum

The curriculum for this qualification is structured into several levels, including:

• First level: Compulsory modules, fundamentals, and electives
• Second level: Compulsory modules, fundamentals, and electives
• Third level: Compulsory modules and electives

Modules

Some of the modules offered in this program include:

• SOC1501 - Community, Society and Inequality in a Globalised World: Introduction to Sociology
• SOC1502 - Understanding South Africa: Families, Education, Identities and Inequality
• GGH1501 - Discover the world: Introduction to Geography
• GGH1502 - World Issues: A Geographical Perspective
• AFC1501 - Isandulelo kwizifundo ngezindlela zokucwaninga ulwazi lwaseThebes/ Afrika
• ENG1503 - Academic Language and Literacy in English

Registration

To register for this program, students must have received an offer of placement from the university and have accepted the offer online.

Colleges

The university has several colleges, including:

• College of Accounting Sciences
• College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
• College of Economic and Management Sciences
• College of Education
• College of Human Sciences
• College of Law
• College of Science, Engineering and Technology
• College of Graduate Studies

Research

The university is committed to research and innovation, with a focus on problem-solving research with relevance and impact.

• Research areas include social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences
• The university has several research institutes and centers, including the Directorate of Innovation, Technology Transfer and Commercialisation

Alumni

The university has a strong alumni network, with opportunities for alumni to stay connected and involved with the university.

• Alumni can participate in convocation activities, access alumni benefits, and attend alumni events

Library

The university has a comprehensive library system, with a wide range of resources and services available to students.

• The library offers access to online databases, e-books, and journals
• Students can also access library services, including research assistance and interlibrary loans

News and Media

The university has a news and media section, which provides updates on university news, events, and research.

• The university also has a social media presence, with accounts on several platforms
• Students and alumni can stay up-to-date with university news and events by following the university's social media accounts.