Prospectus Faculty of Humanities

NELSON MANDELA UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
PROSPECTUS 2023
Enquiries:
FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
P O BOX 77000
NELSON MANDELA UNIVERSITY
GQEBERHA
6031
Ms N Azem Ms T Thema
Faculty Academic Administration Consultant Faculty Academic Administration Consultant
Tel: +27 (0)41 504 2802 Tel: +27 (0)41 504 3478
Fax: +27 (0)41 504 2827 Fax: +27 (0)41 504 2827
Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za
Vacant Vacant
Faculty Academic Administration Consultant Faculty Academic Administration Consultant
Tel: +27 (0)41 504 4608 Tel: +27 (0)41 504 2855
Fax: +27 (0)41 504 2827 Fax: +27 (0)41 504 2827
Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za
Ms N Bobi Ms H Mzingelwa
Faculty Academic Administration Manager Postgraduate Academic Administration
Consultant
Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za E-mail: PG-Humanities@mandela.ac.za
Generic Fax: +27 (0)41 504 9995

Generic Email: fa-humanities@mandela.ac.za
NB: Your student number must appear on all correspondence.

Correspondence must be directed to The Registrar.
NB:
Although the information contained in this Prospectus has been compiled as accurately as
possible, the Council and the Senate of Nelson Mandela University accept no responsibility for
any errors or omissions. This Prospectus is applicable only to the 2023 academic year.
Information on syllabus and module outcomes is available on the Nelson Mandela University
website.
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Faculty of Humanities Nelson Mandela University
ADDRESS OF THE UNIVERSITY
Admissions
The Access and Enrolment Section Gqeberha Campuses +27 (0)41 504 1111
PO Box 77000 George Campus +27 (0)44 801 5194
Nelson Mandela University
GQEBERHA
6031
Finance Student Accounts

The Finance Department Gqeberha Campuses +27 (0)41 504 4364
PO Box 77000 George Campus +27 (0)44 801 5053
GQEBERHA Financial Aid
6031 Gqeberha Campuses +27 (0)41 504 3182
George Campus +27 (0)44 801 5310
Examinations and Graduation

The Assessment and Graduation North Campus +27 (0)41 504 3107
Section South Campus +27 (0)41 504 1239
PO Box 77000 Missionvale Campus +27 (0)41 504 2709
Nelson Mandela University George Campus +27 (0)44 801 5090
GQEBERHA
6031
General Gqeberha Campuses +27 (0)41 504 1111

The Registrar George Campus +27 (0)44 801 5111
PO Box 77000 Student enquiries +27 (0)41 504 9000
GQEBERHA e-mail: info@mandela.ac.za
6031 Website: http://www.mandela.ac.za
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Qualification Page

VISSION AND MISSION 6
STAFF 7
GENERAL INFORMATION AND REGILATIONS 13

General admission requirements (Undergraduate) 136
General admission requirements (Postgraduate) 17
Re-admission requirements for undergraduate 18
programmes
Statement on the University’s intervention in the event of 22
possible disruptions to academic activities
Board of Faculty / Faculty Management Committee 22
EXTENDED QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in Public Management (Extended) 1616 38
DIPLOMAS
Diploma in Music (Curriculum 1) 10006 27
Diploma in Music (Curriculum 2) 10008 32
Diploma in Public Management (Extended) 1616 38
Diploma in Public Management 1615 42
Diploma in Public Relations Management 1862 44
ADVANCED DIPLOMAS 48
Advanced Diploma in Public Administration and 10550 48
Management
Advanced Diploma in Public Relations Management 10555 50
BACHELOR DEGREES 53
Bachelor of Administration 10070 53
Bachelor of Arts 10030 60
Bachelor of Arts in Media, Communication and Culture 13300 74
(No new intake)
Bachelor of Arts in Media, Communication and Culture 13303 83
Bachelor of Music (General) 10055 88
(No new intake)
Bachelor of Music (Interdisciplinary Studies) 10054 94
(No new intake)
Bachelor of Music (Music Education) 10051 99
(No new intake)
Bachelor of Music (Music Technology) 10053 105
(No new intake)
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Bachelor of Music in Performing Arts 10052 110
(No new intake)
Bachelor of Music (School Music) 10510 116
Bachelor of Music (Performing Arts) 10520 120
Bachelor of Music (Music Technology) 10530 126
Bachelor of Music (General) 10540 132
Bachelor of Visual Arts 10050 137
BACHELOR OF HONOURS DEGREES 142

Bachelor of Arts Honours (Afrikaans and Dutch) 11060 142
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Anthropology 11053 143
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Applied Language Studies 11066 145
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Corporate Communication 11025 147
Bachelor of Arts Honours in English 11035 148
Bachelor of Arts Honours in French 11056 150
Bachelor of Arts Honours in History 11058 151
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Isixhosa 11054 152
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Media Studies 11023 153
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Philosophy 11030 155
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Political and Conflict Studies 11067 156
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Public Administration 11052 158
Bachelor of Arts Honours (Sociology) 11065 159
Bachelor of Visual Arts Honours 11050 160
MASTERS DEGREES 163

Master of Arts (Afrikaans and Dutch) (Research) 15004 163
Master of Arts (Anthropology) (Research) 15040 164
Master of Arts (Applied Language Studies) (Research) 15020 166
Master of Arts in Conflict Transformation and Management 15300 167
(Course work and Research)
Master of Arts (Conflict Transformation and Management) 15017 169
(Research)
Master of Arts in Creative Media Production 15029 171
(Research)
Master of Arts in Creative Writing 15027 172
Master of Arts (English) (Research) 15201 174
Master of Arts (Fashion) (Research) 15076 176
Master of Arts (Fine Art) (Research) 15077 177
Master of Arts (General) (Research) 15050 179
Master of Arts (Graphic Design) (Research) 15078 181
Master of Arts (History) (Research) 15030 182
Master of Arts (Media Studies) (Research) 15006 184
Master of Arts (Philosophy) (Research) 15019 186
Master of Arts (Photography) (Research) 15080 187
Master of Arts (Political Studies) (Research) 15003 189
Master of Arts (Public Administration) (Research) 15021 191
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Master of Arts (Sociology) (Research) 15002 192
Master of Arts (Textile Design) (Research) 15079 194
Master of Arts (Xhosa) (Research) 15009 195
Master of Music in Applied Choral Conducting 12517 197
(Coursework and Research)
Master of Music in Composition (Coursework and 12519 199
Research)
Master of Music in Performing Arts (Coursework and 12530 200
Research)
Master of Music (Research) 12520 202
Master of Public Administration (Coursework and 19550 203
Research)
Master of Public Administration (Coursework and 19500 205
Research) (No new intake)
DOCTORAL DEGREES 207

Doctor of Literature (Afrikaans and Dutch) (Research) 16502 207
Doctor of Literature (Applied Languages) (Research) 16503 209
Doctor of Literature (Xhosa) (Research) 16501 210
Doctor of Music (Research) 16504 212
Doctor of Philosophy (Anthropology) (Research) 16607 214
Doctor of Philosophy (Biblical and Religious Studies) 16603 215
(Research)
Doctor of Philosophy (Conflict Management) (Research) 16604 217
Doctor of Philosophy (English) (Research) 13505 219
Doctor of Philosophy (History) (Research) 16610 221
Doctor of Philosophy (Media Studies) (Research) 16612 222
Doctor of Philosophy (Music) (Research) 16606 224
Doctor of Philosophy (Philosophy) (Research) 16601 226
Doctor of Philosophy (Political Studies) (Research) 16605 227
Doctor of Philosophy (Public Administration) (Research) 16602 229
Doctor of Philosophy (Sociology) (Research) 16609 231
Doctor of Philosophy (Visual Arts) (Research) 16613 232
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VISION AND MISSION
OUR VISION
The vision of our Faculty is to be synonymous with the highest professional standards in
Humanities Education, acknowledged by the community that we serve for both our academic
as well as our cultural leadership. Students are encouraged to strive for excellence in all
disciplines.
OUR MISSION
The Faculty offers many academic qualifications with a more vocational and/or professional
emphasis. All qualifications are led by qualified and experienced staff, many of whom have
national reputations in their chosen fields. Research guidance for postgraduate degree
studies leading to the Doctoral level is attended to by expert lecturers and study leaders.
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STAFF
OFFICE OF THE DEAN

Dean Prof P Maseko Bachelor of Arts Hons (Sociology of
Language, Literary Studies) (UWC), Master of
Arts(Language Policy Studies), Certificate in Assessor’s
Course (Curriculum Development and Assessment in HE),
Doctor of Philosophy (Sociolinguistics), PGDip in Higher
Education(Higher Education Studies)(RU)
Deputy Dean Dr J C Lück BA, HDE (RU), BEd (UPE), MPhil (US), PhD
(RU)
Executive Secretary Ms N Mtise National Diploma: Public Management
(NMMU), BTech: Public Management (WSU), Post
Graduate Diploma: Archives & Records Management
(UFH)
FACULTY ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION

Senior Faculty Academic Ms D Nzioki BA (UPE), BAHons (NMMU)
Administration Manager
South Campus
Faculty Academic Ms N Bobi NDip (Marketing) (NMMU)
Administration Manager
Faculty Academic Ms N Azem NDip (Office Mgt & Tech) (NMMU), NDip (HRM)
Administration Consultants (NMMU), BTech (Mgt) (NMMU)
Ms T Selima BA (North West University)
Postgraduate Academic Ms H Mzingelwa Dip HR (NMMU), BTech HR (NMU), PG

Administration Dipl Labour Law Practice (NMU)
Consultant
SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENTAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Acting Director Prof N Mkhize MA (History) (RU), PhD (Sociology) (UCT)
Secretary Vacant
Department of History and Political Studies

Acting Head of Department Dr N B Breakfast B.Admin (Political Studies), B.A Honours
(Political Science), M. A (Political Studies), PhD (NMMU)
Associate Professor Prof N Mkhize MA (History) (RU), PhD (Sociology) (UCT)
Secretary Mrs S Mtshengu NDip Marketing Mng), (Adv Dip Business
Studies)(NMU)
Professor Prof P Ntshongwana Diploma Transitional Justice
(University of Cape Town & Institute for Justice), MSc
International Development (Bath University), DPhil Social
Policy (Oxford University)
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Senior Lecturer Dr N B Breakfast B.Admin (Political Studies), B.A Honours
(Political Science), M. A (Political Studies), PhD (NMMU)
Lecturer Mrs D Barnes BA (UPE), MPhil SAPPE (UPE)
Dr V Kumalo BA (University of Zululand) BA (Hons) in
Heritage Studies (Wits) MA in History (Wits) PhD in History
(Wits)
Mr O Mtimka BA (Rhodes), MPhil SAPPE (NMMU)
Mr G Poggi BA (Stellenbosch) BAHons (NMMU), MA
(NMMU)
Mr TF Terblanche BA, BAHons, MA (NMMU)
Associate Lecturer Ms DA Mokoena Ms D A Mokoena BA (Wits), Hons Politics
(Wits) MA Politics (Wits) African Political Economy
(UNISA/TMALI)
Programme Co-ordinator Mrs N Nkayitshana (BA) (UDW), BAHons (NMMU)
Conflict and SA Politics
Honorary Professor Prof G Prevost (University of Minnesota)
Department of Philosophy
Acting HOD Dr J C Lück BA, HDE (RU), BEd (UPE), MPhil (US), PhD (RU)
Associate Professor Prof I Konik BA (Hons) Philos (NMMU), MA Philos (NMMU),
DPhil Philos (NMMU)
Senior Lecturer Dr S Nzioki BA MCC (UPE), MPhil (NMMU), PhD (UFS),
Director of Centre for Philosophy in Africa
Lecturer Mr M Dyantyi BA (Wits), BA Hons (Wits), MA (Kansas), MA
(Creative Writing) (RU)
Mr K Maiyane B.Pol.Sci (UP), BaHons (UP), MA (UP)
Associate Lecturer Ms L Modisakeng, BA(Pol, Phil & Law), BAHons(Phil)
(Rhodes University)
Department of Public Management and Leadership

Acting Head of Department Dr A Jakoet-Salie B Soc Sci (UCT), B Soc Sci (Hons)
(UCT), MA (Cum Laude) (Public Administration) (NMMU),
DPhil (Nelson Mandela University)
Secretary Ms M Maliti Secretarial Computing Dip
Professor Prof R S Masango Sec Teacher's Dip (Butterworth College
of Education), BAdmin (UNISA), BAdmin (Hons) (UNISA),
MAdmin (UNISA), DAdmin (UNISA)
Associate Professor Prof E E Draai BA (Hons) (RGU-Scotland), MPA (US),
DPhil (NMMU)
Prof K Asmah-Andoh BA (Hons) UG, Legon, MPA (UPE),
DPhil (NMMU)
Programme Co-ordinator MPA Ms Z Maqoko BTech (Pub Man) (NMMU), MA (Dev Studies)
(NMMU)
Senior Lecturers Dr A Jakoet-Salie B Soc Sci (UCT), B Soc Sci (Hons)
(UCT), MA (Cum Laude) (Public Administration) (NMMU),
DPhil (Nelson Mandela University)
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Dr S Pillay BAdmin (NMMU), MPhil (Pub Admin) (NMMU),
DPHil (Pub Admin) (NMMU
Lecturer Vacant
Department of Sociology and Anthropology

Acting Head of Department Dr D Davids BA (UWC), BAHons (UWC) MA (UWC)
Secretary Ms O Ntaka ND Photography (NMMU)
Associate Professor Prof L Ntombana BA (UFH), BA Hons (UFH), MTH (UFH),
PhD Anthropology (NMMU)
Prof D L Bogopa MA Anthropology (UDW), MA
Development Studies (NMMU) PhD (NMU)
Senior Lecturer Dr B Magoqwana BSS (RU), BSS Hons (RU), MSS (RU),
PhD (RU)
Lecturers Dr D Davids BA (UWC), BAHons (UWC) MA (UWC)
Dr G Dlamini BA (Wits), BA Hon (Wits), MA (Wits)
Ms B Kritzinger BA (NMMU), BAHons (NMMU), MA
(NMMU)
Ms Q Maqabuka B Soc Sci (Rhodes), B Soc Sci Hons
(Rhodes), M Soc Sci (Rhodes)
Ms SV Wonci BA (UWC), BA Hons (UWC), M.P.H
(Montclair State University)
Honorary Professor Prof J W van Huysteen (Biblical and Religion Studies) at
present The John McCord Chair in Theology at Princeton
University, USA.
SCHOOL OF LANGUAGE, MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

Director Prof M L Crous BA Hons (Literary Theory) (UNISA), BA
Hons (Afr&Ndl) (US), HDE (US), MA (Afr&Ndl) (US), MA
(English) (US), MA (Creative Writing) (US), D.Litt
(Afr&HNdl) (US), PhD (English) (UCT)
Departmental Secretaries Ms M Noyi
Ms F Samaai
Department of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

Head of Department Mr D Blignaut DipEd (Dower), BA (UPE), BEdHons
(UNISA), MA (NMMU)
Senior Lecturer Dr M Kriel BA, BAHons, MA (Pretoria), PhD (LSE) (London
School of Economics)
Dr JC Lück BA, HDE (RU), BEd (UPE), MPhil (US), PhD
(RU)
Lecturers Mr D Blignaut DipEd (Dower), BA (UPE), BEdHons
(UNISA), MA (NMMU)
Dr F Munir PGCE (cum laude) (NMMU), MA (UFS), DLitt
(NMMU)
Mr A Murdoch, BSocSc (UCT) BA Hons (NMMU) MA
(Mandela Uni)
Ms A Ownhouse BA (UPE) BAHons (Applied
Languages), MA (Applied Languages) (NMMU)
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Mr M Raban Dip. Linguistics (Arabic), BA, BAHons, BTech
(IPL) (IU, KSA); SoTLC (NMMU); MA (TELL) (Stellenbosch)
Dr S Rudman BA (UFS), HDE (UN), MPhil (US), PhD (UFS)
Mr J Sibeko, nGap Lecturer in Digital Humanities,
BA(NWU), BAHons (NWU), MA (NWU), PGCE (UNISA)
Mr R Townsend BA (RU), BEdHons (RU), HDE (PG) Sec
(RU), MA (Applied Languages) (NMMU)
Ms C van der Merwe BA, BAHons, MA (UWC)
Associate Lecturers Mr L Chauke, BA(UJ), BA honours Applied Linguistics(UJ)
Mr E Erasmus-Morton BA (UCT), HED (UP), BAHons
(Applied Linguistics) (UNISA)
Ms N Ntantiso, SED (Vista), B Tech (PE Tech),BA Hons
(NMMU), MA (Applied Languages) (Mandela Uni)
Mr S Yende BA (UFS) BAHons Applied Languages (NMU)
Department of Media and Communication

Head of Department and Dr J Vermaak BA MCC (UPE), MA (Media Studies)
Associate Professor (NMMU), DPhil (NMMU)
Professors Prof A Konik BA (Hons) Philos (UPE), MA Philos (UPE), D
Litt et Phil (UNISA)
Associate Professor Prof S Moodley BA cum laude (UKZN), BA (Hons) (UKZN),
MA cum laude (UKZN), PhD (UKZN)
Prof J Wozniak BA (Hons) (German) (UP), BAHons
(French) (UPE), MA (UCT), PhD (UCT), MDPD (NMMU)
Prof G Mutinta Dip (Philosophy) (Catholic Philosophicate,
Lusaka), BA (Communication Theology) (University of
Urbaniana, Rome), MA (Communications & Media Studies)
(University of Zambia, Lusaka), MA (Communications &
Media Studies) (UNISA), PhD (Culture, Communication &
Media Studies) (UKZN), PhD (Research Methods in
Culture, Communication & Media Studies) (UKZN)
Principal Lecturer Vacant
Senior Lecturer Dr J Vermaak BA MCC (UPE), MA (Media Studies)
(NMMU), DPhil (NMMU)
Lecturers Dr V Jacobs SPTD (Cape College of Education), BA (Vista

University), BAHons (UPE), MA (Media Studies) (NMMU)
Mr J Mathurine NDip Journ (Technikon Natal) (cum laude),
BTech Journ (Technikon Natal) (cum laude); MA Media
Studies (Rhodes)
Ms C Preller BAMCC cum laude (UPE), BAHons (Media
Studies) cum laude (UPE), MA (Journalism & Media
Studies) (Rhodes)
Ms T Rennie NDip (GD) (PET), MA (Media Studies)
(NMMU)
Dr J Siwak BA MCC, MA (Media Studies), DPhil (NMMU)
Mr S Xulu, BA in Creative Brand Communication (Vega
School of Branding), MA (Media Studies) (NMMU)
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Associate Lecturers Ms U Maharaj BA Visual and Digital Humanities Suma Cum
Laude (UKZN), BAHons in Film Theory and Practice First
Class (UCT)
Ms O Ferndale BAMCC (NMMU), BAHons (Media Studies)
(UNISA)
Department of Languages and Literature

Head of Department Dr Z Made STD (Trans. Co), BA, BAHons, MA (UPE), PhD
(NMMU)
Associate Professors Prof M L Crous BAHons (Literary Theory) (UNISA), BAHons
(Afr&Ndl) (US), HDE (US), MA (Afr&Ndl) (US), MA (English)
(US), MA (Creative Writing) (US), DLitt (US), PhD (UCT)
Senior Lecturers Dr PJ Coetzee BA, BAHons, MA, PhD (Rhodes)

Mr B M Marais MA (UKZN)
Ms N L Morkel BA (MCC) (UPE), BAHons (English) (UPE),
MA (English) (NMMU), PGDHET (UFH)
Dr A Mvanyashe MA (NMMU), DLitt (Mandela Uni)
Prof A N Otto BA (US), BAHons (US), MA (US), DLitt (US)
Dr M Vrancken BAHons (French) (UCT), MA (French) (cum
laude) (UCT), MA (French) (cum laude) (UCT), PhD
(French) (UCT)
Ms NF Zumani MA (NMU)
Associate Lecturers Ms L B Bester BA (Hons) (English) (UPE), PGCE (UPE),
BAHons (Afr&Ndl) (NMMU)
Ms M de Wet BA (UPE), BAHons (NMMU), MA (NMMU)
SCHOOL OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Director Prof P Binsbergen BA (Fine Art) cum laude, MA (Visual Art),
PhD (Humanities) UP
Secretary Ms H Roman
Department of Music and Performing Arts

Head of Department Dr R Bower BMus (NMMU), MMus (NMMU), DPhil
(NMMU), LTCL, UPLM
Secretary Ms N Bosman Dip Exec Asst (IAC)
Associate Professor Prof Z Potgieter BMusHons(US), DPhil(UPE)

Prof AC de Villiers BMus (UPE), BMusHons (UNISA), MPhil
(UPE), DEd (UPE), PG HDE (UPE), LRSM (in Piano
Teaching) (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
(ABRSM))
Adjunct Professors Prof G Campaner
Prof A Bjørhei
Senior Lecturers Dr E Bothma BMus (UOFS), MMus (UOFS), DMus
(NMMU), UPLM
Dr R Bower BMus (NMMU), MMus (NMMU), DPhil
(NMMU), LTCL, UPLM
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Mr D Bester BMus, MMus (US), MMus (Artesis Plantijn
University)
Mr J Edwards BMus (UKZN), MMus (UKZN)
Dr G Holtzman BMus (UCT), PhD (University of
Pennsylvania)
Lecturers Dr E Cloete BMus, MMus, DPhil (NMMU)
Mr N Mthimkhulu PDO, PGO (UCT), PD, MMus (SMU, Tx
Dallas)
Mr G Williams BMus (NMMU)
Ms M Hellenberg BMus (UCT)
Mr M Mdladla BMus (UKZN) MMus (UKZN)
Administrative Assistant Ms T Cunliffe
Department of Visual Arts

Head of Department Prof V P E Nyoni BAFA (UN), MAFA (UKZN)
Secretary Ms H Roman
Administrative Assistant Vacant
Associate Professors Prof P Binsbergen BA (Fine Art) cum laude, MA (Visual Art),
PhD (Humanities) UP
Prof B S Cadle NH Dip (GD) (PET), MTech (GD) (NMMU)
Senior Lecturers Mr G M Meyer Dip (Gemology) (Asian Inst. of Gemological
Sciences, Thailand), BTech (Pho) (PET), MA (Portsmouth)
Ms A Wentzel NDip (FA) (PET) Cum Laude, BTech (FA)
(PET) Cum Laude, MTech (FA) (NMMU)
Lecturers Mr K Abdullah NDip (FA BTech (FA)
Ms R J Collett BA (FA) (US), MA (FA) (US)
Mr T James NH Dip (FDT) (PET)
Mrs J Luyt NH Dip (TD) (PET)
Mr S Ngcai NH Dip (FA) Cum Laude, BTech (FA) (cum
laude) (WSU) MFA (VUT)
Ms J L Staple BAVA (FA) (US), MAVA (US)
Mr M L Swanepoel BTech (GD) (PET), MTech (Entrepr)
(NMMU)
Associate Lecturers Ms R Adriaan BTech (FD) (NMMU)
Mr N C Botchway NDip (GD) (PET), BTech (GD) (PET)
Ms R van Wyk NDip (Pho) (NMMU), BTech (Pho) (NMMU)
Technician Ms S Cronje B Tech(Pho) NMU
REGISTERED ENTITIES
CENTRE
Centre for Philosophy in Africa
Raymond Mhlaba Centre for Governance and Leadership
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GENERAL INFORMATION AND
REGULATIONS
Every student of this faculty is also bound by Nelson Mandela University’s regulations as
contained in the General Prospectus. The Dean of the Faculty will take disciplinary action in
the event of contravention of departmental and general regulations. It is the responsibility
of every student to acquaint him/herself with the contents of the General
Prospectus. Senate may, with the approval of council, determine the minimum number of
new students who must register for a programme/module for it to be offered.
GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

(UNDERGRADUATE)
The admissions requirements for undergraduate programmes offered by Nelson Mandela
University consist of:
• the statutory minimum requirements based on the National Senior Certificate (NSC), or
equivalent school-leaving certificate;
• the Applicant Score (AS), a composite score based on school subject achievement; and
• specific school subject and other requirements (e.g., departmental selection, portfolios,
interviews)
These requirements are relevant for the following local and international qualifications: NSC,
Senior Certificate, Cambridge qualifications, International Baccalaureate, Namibian and
Kenyan Senior Secondary Certificates, and the NC(V) 4.
NSC MINIMUM STATUTORY ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Qualification Minimum Statutory Entry Requirement:
Currently the statutory requirement for admission to a higher certificate, diploma or degree
programme is a National Senior Certificate with the appropriate endorsement as well as the
minimum language of learning and teaching requirement of the Higher Education Institution.
Qualification Minimum Statutory entry requirement

Higher Certificate Pass the NSC, with a minimum of 30% in the language of
learning and teaching of the higher education institution,
together with any other university requirements.
Diploma Pass the NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of
coupled with an achievement rating of 3 (40–49%) or better in
four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects, together with any
other university requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Pass the NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of
coupled with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) or better in
four NSC 20-credit subjects together with any other university
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requirements.
NC(V)4 applicants must meet the minimum requirements for higher certificate, diploma or
degree entry as well as the AS and subject admission requirements.
Applicants with alternate, international or foreign qualifications must satisfy the

requirements laid down by the Matriculation Board to qualify for a certificate of exemption for
a particular alternate, international or foreign school-leaving qualification. These
requirements are contained in Government Gazette No. 31674, 5 December 2008 and can
be found on the HESA website http://www.hesa-enrol.ac.za/mb/forpres.htm. Applications for
such certificates must be made to the Matriculation board directly: https://mb.usaf.ac.za/
THE APPLICANT SCORE (AS)
For NSC applicants with seven Grade 12 subjects, the AS is calculated by adding the
percentages for the six 20-credit subjects (Note that the Life Orientation percentage is not
included as it is a 10-credit subject). This gives a score out of 600.
For those applicants taking eight or more subjects the AS is calculated as follows:
• add the percentages obtained for the three compulsory / fundamental subjects (the two
languages and Mathematics Technical Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy),
• plus the percentage(s) for any subject(s) required by the programme,
• together with the percentage(s) for the next best / highest subject(s), to a maximum of
six subjects.
For those applicants from Quintile 1 to 3 schools who attain 50% or higher for Life Orientation,
7 points are added to their score out of 600 to arrive at their final AS.
The table below provides an example of how to calculate the AS for:

• Applicant 1 has 7 NSC Grade 12 subjects and is applying for a programme with Life
Science and Physical Science as required subjects; and
• Applicant 2 who is applying for the same programme, but who took 8 subjects in Grade
12.
• Applicant 3 who is applying for the same programme, but who is from a Quintile 1 school.
NSC Subject Applicant 1 Applicant 2 Applicant 3

from Quintile 1 school
% % used to % % used % % used to
obtained calculate obtained to obtained calculate
the AS calculate the AS
the AS
isiXhosa Home 78 78 78 78 78 78
Language
English 1st 60 60 60 60 60 60
Additional
Mathematics 65 65 65 65 65 65
Life Science 62 62 62 62 62 62
Physical 50 50 50 50 50 50
Science
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History - - 60 60 60 -
Geography 55 55 55 - 55 55
Life Orientation 88 - 88 - 88 7
LO>50%
APPLICANT
370 375 377
SCORE (AS)
For South African and International applicants with International, NC(V) 4 or Foreign
School-Leaving certificates, use the table below to calculate an equivalent Applicant
Score (AS) for admission, based on percentages obtained in such certificates.
Applicants will have to comply with the minimum Applicant Score (AS) set for the
Undergraduate qualification they wish to apply for, as well as meet any other additional
subject requirements directly.
The Applicant Score (AS) uses the symbols/achievement rating/percentages obtained in an
applicant’s school-leaving examinations in order to convert them to an equivalent
achievement standard on the National Senior Certificate (NSC). The AS is calculated using
six subjects, which must include the language(s), and subject requirements for admission,
but excluding Life Orientation.
International/Foreign/NC(V) 4 Equivalency Conversion Table
when calculating the
Subject % to use
Applicant Score
Fundamental
Senior Cert
Senior Cert
Vocational
OL
NSSC HL
O-LEVEL
A-LEVEL
HIGCSE
NC(V)4
NC(V)4
IGCSE
KCSE
IB HL
IB SL
HG
SG
AS
NSSC
115 A*, 7
obtained on the statement of
A
Use the actual percentages
results / certificate of the
105 B 6
95 A 1 A C 5 7 A+,
A
applicant
85 B 2 B D 4 6 A-
75 C A 3 A A C E 3 5 B+ 5 (90-
100%)
65 D B B B D 2 4 B, 5 (80-89%)
B-
55 E C 4 C C E 1 3 C+ 4 (70-79%)
45 F D D D 2 D 3 (50-69%)
35 FF E E E 1 E 2 (40-49%)
15
25 G, F, F, F, 1 (0-39%)
GG, H FF, G G
G,
GG,
H
Key:
NSC National Senior Certificate O-Level Ordinary level
Senior Cert Senior Certificate Higher AS Advanced Subsidiary
HG Grade
Senior Cert Senior Certificate Standard A-Level Advanced level
SG Grade
HIGCSE Higher International Graduate IB HL International Baccalaureate
Certificate of Secondary Schools (Higher Levels)
Education
IGCSE International Graduate IB SL International Baccalaureate
Certificate of Secondary Schools (Standard Levels)
Education
NSSC HL Namibian Senior Secondary KCSE Kenyan Certificate of
Certificate Higher Levels Secondary Education
NSSC OL Namibian Senior Secondary NC(V)4 National Certificate
Certificate Ordinary Levels Vocational Level 4
SCHOOL SUBJECT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

The Undergraduate Programmes General Information & Admissions Requirements Guide,
University website or Faculty Prospectus provides information on the required subjects and
what the minimum AS required for admission is for each undergraduate programme offered
by Nelson Mandela University
Candidates who satisfy the minimum requirements and who apply online before the
official early closing date (August 3) are given preference.
Applications will be considered until the 30th of September.
Applicants who apply in January will have to apply through Central Application Service Hub
(CASH).
Final acceptance is based on official final school-leaving results. Applicants currently at

school receive provisional, subject to submission of final results.
NATIONAL BENCHMARK TEST (NBT)

Generally, most programmes offered at the Nelson Mandela University do not require
applicants to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). However, there are a very small
number of qualifications which require NBT results. If under the requirements of the
programme you are interested in, states that NBT results are required, please consult the
NBT website (https://www.nbt.ac.za) to book a test date. Applicants interested in
programmes requiring NBT results are encouraged to book and write these tests as early as
possible. A reference letter from the University is not required.
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GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
(POSTGRADUATE)
LEVELS AND TYPES OF POSTGRADUATE STUDY
Postgraduate qualifications are structured as follows:
• Postgraduate certificate or diploma
• Bachelor honours degree
• Master’s degree
• Doctoral degree
A postgraduate certificate or diploma provides an opportunity to undertake advanced

study that will strengthen and deepen your knowledge in a particular discipline or profession.
Completion of the qualification gives graduates access to a related master’s degree
programme. The programmes consist mainly of coursework modules and may include
conducting and reporting research under supervision. Duration of study: one year full-time
The bachelor honours degree is the initial postgraduate specialisation qualification,

preparing students for research-based postgraduate study. This qualification typically follows
a bachelor’s degree, and serves to consolidate and deepen the student’s experience in a
particular discipline, and to develop research capacity in the methodology and techniques of
that discipline. It demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual
independence. In some cases a bachelor honours degree carries recognition by an
appropriate professional or statuary body. Bachelor honours degree programmes usually
include conducting and reporting research under supervision, in a manner that is appropriate
to the discipline or field of study. Not all honours programmes at Nelson Mandela University
involve conducting research, but all of them include a research methodology course as part
of the coursework component. Completion of a bachelor honours degree meets the minimum
entry requirement of admission to a cognate Master’s degree. Entry into a master’s degree
programme is usually in the area of specialisation of the bachelor honours degree. A
qualification may not be awarded for early exit from a bachelor honours degree. Bachelor
honours programmes usually take one year of full-time study.
A master’s degree may be earned in one of two ways: (i) by completing a single advanced
research project, culminating in the production and acceptance of a dissertation, or (ii) by
successfully completing a coursework programme and a smaller applied research
component. The admission requirement is a relevant honours degree. Professional or
advanced career- focused bachelor’s degrees, such as BEng, BPharm, BCur, BPsych and
BTech, may also be recognised as the minimum entry requirement to a related master’s
degree programme. Duration of study: Coursework master’s degree: one year full- time.
Research master’s degree: one year to 4 years.
A doctoral degree requires a candidate to undertake research at the most advanced

academic level, culminating in the production of a thesis. The research outcome has to make
a significant and original academic contribution to a discipline or field. The degree may be
earned through pure discipline based on multidisciplinary or applied research. The degree
may include a coursework component as preparation to the research, but does not contribute
to the credit value of the qualification. Duration of study: 2 to 6 years
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RE-ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
The purpose of Policy on Academic Progression and Readmission to Undergraduate
Programmes is to indicate both the process by which Senate determines readmission
requirements and who has the authority to refuse readmission to a student who fails to satisfy
such minimum requirements for admission.
The policy furthermore addresses the importance of reviewing student progress, where a
student can obtain information on readmission requirements, the support afforded to students
with conditional readmission, and the process to be followed to appeal a readmission refusal
decision.
Nelson Mandela University upholds academic excellence in its endeavour to equip students
with transformative and sustainable graduate attributes. Among the principles underpinning
learning at the University is that lecturers have high expectations that students will succeed in
their studies. Academic progression can be viewed aspersistence and motivation to achieve a
mark of 50% or more in the modules enrolled for. It is the responsibility of lecturers, professional
academic support staff, and students to co-create learning experiences that promote excellence
and foster student success.
Furthermore, in accordance with sound educational practices related to enhancing academic

success, procedures need to be in place to regularly review the academic progress of students.
Monitoring students’ academic performance, psycho-social status and possible aggravating
factors on an ongoing basis is a key strategy to enhance student success and throughput.
Each Faculty Board must thus approve a process to review the performance of students at a
module and/or programme level in their Faculty, submit the process to the Learning and
Teaching Committee for approval, and monitor the implementation of the review process.
Minimum requirements for readmission must be determined by faculties, submitted forapproval
to Senate and published in the faculty prospectus where applicable.
The following general principles will apply:

• Faculties should consider not only a level (i.e., number of credits accumulated per yearof
registration), but also a range in which conditional readmission will apply;
• Faculties should have the discretion to determine the minimum credit value for
readmission to a particular programme;
• Where the maximum study period has been reached, but a student is close to graduating
in that he/she only requires a few credits to graduate, the Faculty should have clear criteria
in place to apply discretion to readmit the student;
• Faculties should have the discretion to deal with possible exceptions.
Process to determine if readmission requirements have been met and to refuse

readmission
The following process must be followed when reaching a decision whether the readmission
requirements have been met:
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• The performance of all students registered for a programme in a faculty must be reviewed
against the readmission requirements.
• Unless the Faculty Board decides otherwise, this review will normally take place at the
end of an academic year.
• Students who have not yet reached the maximum years of study for their programme
must be notified by Faculty Academic Administration if they have been readmitted as they
met therequirements or if they have been conditionally readmitted and what the conditions
are.
• The Head of Department/Director of School/Executive Dean has the delegated authority
to refuse the readmission of students who have reached the maximum years of study for
their qualification but did not manage to complete the qualification.
• The Head of Department/Director of School in collaboration with Faculty Academic
Administration must convey the fact that readmission has been refused and the reasons
for this must be attached to the Student Record.
• The Head of Department/Director of School must be able to provide the detailed
information that informed the decision, should the decision to refuse readmission be
appealed.
• A student who has been refused readmission can appeal.
Appeal procedure
• The student has the right to appeal against a decision to refuse readmission.
• The appeal will normally be handled by the Faculty Management Committee, unless the
Faculty Board determines that another faculty committee must consider the appeal. In the
latter instance, the Faculty Board must determine the composition of the committee. The
decision reached by the appropriate faculty committee regarding the readmission appeal
will be final and no further appeal will be permitted.
• The process followed to apply for, consider and deal with a readmission appeal is as
follows:
o A student must submit their appeal in writing on a prescribed readmission appeal
form,with full motivation and supporting documentation, to their Faculty Academic
Administration Consultant by either the last day of the re-examination period or
within five (5) working days of receiving notification of readmission refusal,
whichever date is the latest.
o Faculty Academic Administration must forward the appeal, together with a copy of
the student’s study record and the letter in which the student was informed that
he/she was being refusedreadmission, to the Faculty Management Committee.
o The Faculty Management Committee or the committee identified by the faculty to
do so will then handle the appeal where consideration could be given to factors such
as:
▪ Whether the student participated in programmes and activities to enhance
their academic progress.
▪ Whether there are any special circumstances related to the student’s
unsatisfactory academic performance that should be taken into account and
which could mitigate against refusing readmission.
o A statement of the outcome of the appeal and a motivation for the decision reached
must be communicated to and placed on the student’s record by Faculty Academic
Administration.
Maximum period of study exceeded
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In the event that a student exceeds the maximum allowable period of study, the student will
only be readmitted under special circumstances (e.g. when the student, with due consideration
of his/her academic record, is likely to complete his/her qualification by theend of the year).
Full time:
The following maximum periods of study are allowed for full-time students:
Programme Credits Minimum Period of Study Maximum Period of

Study
120 credits 1 year 2 years
360+ credits 3 years 5 years
Full time Extended Programmes:

The following maximum periods of study are allowedfor full-time students in extended
programmes:

Study
120 credits 2 years 3 years
Part Time:
The following maximum periods of study are used as a guideline for part-time students taking
due cognisance of personal circumstances:

Study
120 credits 2 years 3 years
Progress-based readmission criteria

Full time students
The following template serves as an example to be used by faculties for full time students:
3-year programme (360+ credits) 4-year programme (480+
Period of credits)
Registration
Readmit Conditional Readmit Conditional
Readmission Readmission
After 1 year *72+ ≤72 80+ ≤80
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After 2 years 144+ ≤143 160+ ≤159
After 3 years 216+ ≤215 240+ ≤239
After 4 years 288+ ≤287 320+ ≤319
After 5 years Refuse readmission, unless 400+ ≤399
specialcircumstances
After 6 years Refuse readmission, unless
special circumstances
(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only).
Full time students in extended programmes#

The following template serves as an example to be used by faculties for full time students in
extended programmes:
3-year programme(360+ credits) 4-year programme(480+ credits)
Period of
Registration
After 1 year *45+ ≤45 45+ ≤45
After 2 years 72+ ≤71 80+ ≤79
After 3 years 144+ ≤143 160+ ≤159
After 4 years 216+ ≤215 240+ ≤239
After 5 years 288+ ≤287 320+ ≤319
After 7 years Refuse readmission, unless
(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only)

(#Note: Students that have not completed the foundational modules after the third year of study
will be refused readmission to the same programme.)
Part time students

The following template serves as an example to be used by faculties for part time
students:
3-year programme(360+ credits) 4-year programme(480+ credits)
Period of
Registration
After 1 year *44+ ≤44 48+ ≤47
After 2 years 90+ ≤89 96+ ≤95
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After 3 years 135+ ≤134 144+ ≤143
After 4 years 180+ ≤179 192+ ≤191
After 5 years 225+ ≤224 240+ ≤239
After 6 years 270+ ≤269 288+ ≤287
After 7 years 315+ ≤314 336+ ≤335
After 9 years 432+ ≤431

Refuse readmission unless
After 10 years special circumstances
(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only)
STATEMENT ON THE UNIVERSITY'S

INTERVENTION IN THE EVENT OF POSSIBLE
DISRUPTIONS TO ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
From past experience the University knows that circumstances beyond our control may
disrupt our academic activities. The University therefore reserves the right to implement
certain emergency measures when deemed necessary to manage such situations. Please
note that the University shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, damage or other
negative consequence resulting from the implementation of such emergency measures.
BOARD OF FACULTY/FACULTY
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The Board of Faculty consists of all academic staff in the Faculty, a student representative
from each instructional programme and a student representative of the SRC for the
faculty. The Faculty Management Committee consists of the Dean, Directors and Heads of
Departments and acts as the management committee of the Board of Faculty.
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DIPLOMAS
DIPLOMA IN JOURNALISM
(NO NEW INTAKE)
Qualification code: 1365

Offering: Full-time South Campus (A1)
Aligned NQF Level: 6
Total NQF Credits for qualification: 360
THE PURPOSE OF THE LEARNING PROGRAMME

This programme has been approved in terms of the new Higher Education
Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
This programme is designed to equip candidates with the skills needed to operate as
professional journalist in both the print and broadcast media. Students will also have
exposure to the technology currently in use in the print and broadcast media. The
programme also requires the student to undergo a six-month period of experiential
learning as part of the course
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• Admission Points Score of 32.
• Minimum NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met, but a minimum NSC
requirement for degree entry is strongly recommended.
• English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa (home language or first additional language) on at
least level 4 (50-59%), which must include the language subjects to be taken in
the diploma, and one of which must be English.
• NSC achievement rating of at least 2 (30-39%) for Mathematics or 3 (40-49%) for
Mathematical Literacy or Technical Mathematics.
• Applicants with an Admission Points Score between 22 and 31 may be referred
to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or
not to admit the applicant to the course.
• All applicants will be required to attend an interview. Applicants may also be
provisionally admitted on the basis of work experience, age and
maturity. Admission is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
STATUTORY AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Experiential learning:
This programme requires the student to undergo a 6-month period of experiential
learning as part of the qualification. All prescribed compulsory and elective modules
(instructional offerings) and the prescribed experiential component must be passed
in order to obtain sufficient credit to qualify for this qualification.
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Although the Nelson Mandela University undertakes to assist the student in obtaining
suitable experiential learning placement, the onus is on the student to find an
“employer”. The employer must be accredited by the Nelson Mandela University for
purposes of experiential training. An experiential training agreement creates a
separate contract between the “employer” and the student/candidate.
Prerequisites for experiential training:

• All final-year students shall register for experiential training.
• In order to qualify for experiential learning in the final year of study towards the
national diploma, students must have passed ALL prior modules.
• A student who needs to repeat not more than one module may apply to the Head
of Department for exemption from this rule.
• Students have to complete the experiential training component in order to qualify
for the diploma.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over three years of full-time study.
FINAL YEAR FOR ADMISSION

The final year for new admission into this programme was 2018.
COMPLETION OF QUALIFICATION
The final year for all students to comply with all requirements for this qualification is
2022.
CURRICULUM (Full-time)
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Political Reporting I Year JMC1020 7
Media Studies I Year JMC1030 7
Semester 1
Language I or JMC1041 7
Semester 2
Media Law Semester 2 JMC1052 7
Media Information Management I Year JIF1020 16
Photojournalism Semester 1 JMP1021 14
Radio Practice Semester 2 JMP1022 14
News Writing Year JMI1020 36
News Writing for Broadcast Year JMI1030 12
Credits First Year Minimum 120
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Feature and Review Writing Year JAR2021 12
News Writing Year JAR2030 18
News Writing for Broadcast Year JAR2040 12
Political Reporting Year JMC2021 8
Semester 1
Language or JMC2032 8
Semester 2
Media Studies II Semester 1 JMC2041 8
Editing and Design Year JMP2021 27
Television Practice Year JMP2030 27
Credits Second Year Minimum 120
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Advanced Reporting III (Major) Semester 1 JAR3011 30
Media Practice III (In-service training) Semester 2 JIN3102 60
(Major)
Select one of the following modules:
News Production (Print) Semester 1 JMP3101 30
News Production (Broadcast) Semester 1 JMP3131 30
Credits Third Year Minimum 120
Total Credits 360
TEACHOUT PLAN
YEAR NDip (1365) NDip (1365) NDip (1365)
2018 Last normal presentation of full
first year
(1n)
2019 Teach out year Last normal
(1n + 1) presentation of
full second year
(2n)
2020 Teach out year Teach out year Last normal
(1n + 2) (2n+1) presentation
of full third
year (3n)
2021 Teach out Teach out
(2n+2) (3n+1)
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2022 Teach out
(3n+2)
CURRICULUM MODULE REQUISITES

A student will not be allowed to proceed to the following modules without first having
passed the listed prerequisite modules.
Module Code Pre-requisites Co-requisites

Editing and Design JMP2021 Media Information
Management
(JIF1020)
Political Reporting II JMC2021 Political Reporting I
(JMC1020)
Television Practice JMP2030 News-writing for
Broadcast I
(JMI1030)
Radio Practice
(JMP1022)
Language JMC2032 Language
(JMC1041)
Media Studies II JMC2041 Media Studies
(JMC1030)
News-writing for Broadcast JAR2040 News-writing
(JMI1020)
News-writing for
Broadcast
(JMI1030)
Advanced Reporting III JAR3011 Feature and Review
Writing (JAR2021)
News Production (Print) JMP3101 News-writing
(JAR2030)
Editing and Design
(JMP2021)
News Production (Broadcast) JMP3131 News-writing for
Broadcast
(JAR2040)
Television Practice
(JMP2030)
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DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
(CURRICULUM 1)

SAQA ID: 87132

This qualification has been approved in terms of the new Higher Education
Qualification Sub-Framework (HEQSF).
This programme is focused on the adult beginner. Bridging courses in practical

music, music theory and English language skills are offered. Specialisation is offered
in either western art music or jazz. Successful students also have the opportunity to
articulate to the BMus programme, provided admission requirements for practical
music studies have been met. In so doing a maximum of 240 credits attained in the
diploma may be retained towards the BMus degree
Outcomes and articulation:

Candidates should note that:
• Successful completion of the Diploma in Music provides admission to the BMus
degree, in the process of which exemption may be granted for courses common
to both qualifications in accordance with General Rule 1.4.7.
• MGPV301, 302, 311 and 312 in the third year of the Diploma in Music provides
exemption from MTAV101, 102 in the first year of the BMus degree.
• The minimum outcomes required for the three years levels in First Instrument:
Foundation (MFPV121, 122, 221, 222, 321 and 322) are equivalent to grades 1,
2 and 3 respectively of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM,
Trinity Guildhall). However, should candidates wish to articulate to the BMus
degree upon completion of the Diploma in Music, and to apply to be exempted
from some of the First Instrument: Advanced modules of the BMus degree, they
should exceed these minimum requirements in musical performance sufficiently
to qualify for First Instrument: Advanced in the BMus degree as follows:
o admission to MFPV101, 102 requires proof of a performance ability
equivalent to grade 6 of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa,
ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall);
o application for exemption from MFPV101 and 102 requires submission of
a grade 7 certificate from one of the external examining bodies for music
(Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall); b) application for exemption from
MFPV201 and 202 requires submission of a grade 8 certificate from one
of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity
Guildhall);
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o application for exemption from MFPV301 and 302 requires submission of
an Advanced Certificate or Licentiate certificate from one of the external
examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall).
• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.
• An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires
a minimum Applicant Score of 290.
• An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum
Applicant Score of 305.
• NSC achievement rating of at least 30% for Mathematics or 50% for Mathematical
Literacy or Technical Mathematics.
• No prior formal learning in music is required. However, admission is subject to an
audition in the candidate’s chosen First Instrument, during which vocal or
instrumental musical performance ability must be successfully demonstrated.
Obtaining the diploma:

The diploma shall be obtained by completing the prescribed modules.
Obtaining the diploma cum laude:

The Diploma in Music shall be obtained cum laude in accordance with General Rule
1.6.14. In terms of point d) of General Rules 1.6.14, the following compulsory
modules shall be considered major modules:
• First Instrument (MFPV)
• Music Theory (MGPV or MJTV).
Compulsory modules:
• Candidates must complete all compulsory modules listed for each year of study.
• Candidates must complete at least 24 credits in Music History for the whole
diploma. These credits may be selected at any year level.
• Compulsory modules in First Instrument (MFP/MFPV) and Music Theory may be
offered in Western Classical Music or Jazz.
Elective modules:
Candidates must present at least 120 credits during each year of study. In addition
to compulsory modules, elective modules should be selected from the list of
suggested elective courses at each year level. Candidates should note that selection
of non-music elective courses is subject to timetable constraints and to prior
consultation with and approval of the programme leader.
Non-Music module selections are subject to timetable constraints and to consultation

with the programme leader.
Modules in language skills or computer literacy may be recommended at the

discretion of the Head of Department
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over at least three years of full-time study.
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamentals
discretion of the Head of Department.
Compulsory modules:
Theory of Music and Aural Development Term 1 MGPV101 6
First Instrument: Foundation Semester 1 MFPV121 10
Music History
Music in History and Society: American Term 1 MGSV101 6
Jazz
Music in History and Society: Black
Jazz and Politics in SA Term 2 MGSV111 6
Music in History and Society: Western
Classical Music ca. 850 – 1600 Term 3 MGSV102 6
Electives: Select modules to total a minimum of 120 and a maximum of 130
credits:
Music Education Semester 1 MKMV102 6
Introduction to Musicology Term 1 MUSV101 6
Organology Term 2 MUSV111 6
Second Instrument: Elementary Semester 1 MSPV121 6
Ensemble Semester 1 MESV101 6
Keyboard Skills Semester 1 MKSV101 7
Applied Choral Conducting Semester 1 MCCV101 6
Music Technology Semester 1 MTSV101 6
Non-Music modules
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Select at least 24 credits from the following modules in music theory:
A Music Theory and Aural Development 2 Term 1 MGPV201 6
Music Theory and Aural Development 2 Term 2 MGPV211 6
OR
B Jazz Theory and Aural Development Semester 1 MJTV201 12
Jazz Theory and Aural Development Semester 2 MJTV202 12
Compulsory modules:
Music History
Music in History and Society: African
Music and Popular Music Semester 1 MGSV201 10
Music in History and Society: Baroque Semester 2 MGSV202 10
credits:
Music Education Year MKMV200 6
Method of Main Instrument Semester 1 MMIV201 6
Non-Music modules
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
A Advanced Music Theory Term 1 MGPV301 6
Advanced Music Theory Term 2 MGPV311 6
OR
Compulsory modules:
Music History
Music in History and Society: Semester 1 MGSV301 10
Classicism
Romanticism
Compulsory modules:
credits:
Teaching-Learning Strategies for Music
Theoretical Modules Semester 1 MTLV301 6
Teaching-Learning Strategies for Music
Theoretical Modules Semester 2 MTLV302 6
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Non-Music modules
Total Credits Minimum 360
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
(CURRICULUM 2)

SAQA ID: 87132

This programme is designed for students who do have prior learning in music, but
who do not qualify for entry to degree studies, or who, in the opinion of the head of
department, do not yet meet the practical and theoretical entrance requirements for
the BMus degree. However, on completion of this diploma they may vertically
articulate to the BMus, retaining a maximum of 240 credits already attained in the
DipMus
OUTCOMES AND ARTICULATION

Candidates should note that:
• Successful completion of the Diploma in Music provides admission to the BMus
degree, in the process of which exemption may be granted for courses common
to both qualifications in accordance with General Rule 1.4.7.
• MGPV301, 311, 302, 312 in the third year of the Diploma in Music provides
exemption from MTAV101, 102 in the first year of the BMus degree.
• The minimum outcomes required for the three years levels in First Instrument:
Intermediate (MFPV131, 132, 231, 232, 331 and 332) are equivalent to grades 3,
4 and 5 respectively of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM,
Trinity Guildhall).
However, should candidates wish to articulate to the BMus degree upon completion
of the Diploma in Music, and to apply to be exempted from some of the First
Instrument: Advanced modules of the BMus degree, they should exceed these
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minimum requirements in musical performance sufficiently to qualify for First
Instrument: Advanced in the BMus degree as follows:
• admission to MFPV101, 102 requires proof of a performance ability equivalent to
grade 6 of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity
Guildhall);
• application for exemption from MFPV101, 102 requires submission of a grade 7
certificate from one of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM,
Trinity Guildhall);
• application for exemption from MFPV201, 202 requires submission of a grade 8
certificate from one of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM,
Trinity Guildhall);
• application for exemption from MFPV301, 302 requires submission of an
Advanced Certificate or Licentiate certificate from one of the external examining
bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall).
• Admission is subject to an audition in the candidate’s chosen First Instrument,
during which vocal or instrumental musical performance ability must be
successfully demonstrated. A minimum standard of musical performance
equivalent to grade 2 of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM,
Trinity Guildhall) is required for admission to First Instrument: Intermediate
(MFPV131), and a minimum standard of musical performance equivalent to grade
6 of the external examining bodies for music (Unisa, ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall) is
required for admission to First Instrument: Advanced (MFPV101).
Compulsory modules:
• Candidates must complete all compulsory modules listed for each year of study.
• Compulsory modules in First Instrument (MFP/MFPV) and Music Theory may be
offered in Western Classical Music or Jazz.
Elective modules:
Candidates must present at least 120 credits during each year of study. In addition
to compulsory modules, elective modules should be selected from the list of
suggested elective courses at each year level. Candidates should note that selection
of non-music elective courses is subject to timetable constraints and to prior
consultation with and approval of the programme leader.
DURATION
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Obtaining the diploma:
The diploma shall be obtained by completing the prescribed modules.
Obtaining the diploma cum laude:

The Diploma in Music shall be obtained cum laude in accordance with General Rule
1.6.14. In terms of point d) of General Rules 1.6.14, the following compulsory
modules shall be considered major modules:
• First Instrument (MFPV)
• Music Theory (MGPV or MTAV or MJTV).
CURRICULUM 2:
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamentals
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society: American 6
Term 1 MGSV101
Jazz
Music in History and Society: Black Jazz
and Politics in South Africa Term 2 MGSV111 6
Classical Music ca. 850-1600 Term 3 MGSV102 6
Classical Music ca. 1600-1900 Term 4 MGSV112 6
Select one of the following groups in practical music:
A First Instrument: Advanced Semester 1 MFPV101 18
First Instrument: Advanced Semester 2 MFPV102 18
OR
B First Instrument: Intermediate Semester 1 MFPV131 10
First Instrument: Intermediate Semester 2 MFPV132 10
A Music Theory and Aural Development
Music Theory and Aural Development Term 1 MGPV101 6
34
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
OR
B Music Theory, Analysis and Aural 12
Semester 1 MTAV101
Development
Music Theory, Analysis and Aural MTAV102 12
Semester 2
Development
Electives:
Select from the following modules to total a minimum of 120 and a maximum of
130 credits:
OR
Second Instrument: Advanced Semester 1 MSPV101 6
Non-Music Modules 1

1Non-Music module selections are subject to timetable constraints and to consultation
with the programme leader.
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
OR
35
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
A Music Theory and Aural Development
OR
Music Theory, Analysis and Aural
B
Development Semester 1 MTAV201 12
OR
C Jazz Theory and Aural Development Semester 1 MJTV201 12
Electives:
130 credits:
OR
Orchestration Semester 1 MOV201 6
Non-Music modules 2
36
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
2Non-Music module selections are subject to timetable constraints and to
consultation with the programme leader.
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society: Classicism Semester 1 MGSV301 10
Music in History and Society: Romanticism Semester 2 MGSV302 10
OR
A Advanced Music Theory
OR
B
OR
C Jazz Theory and Aural Development Semester 1 MJTV301 12
Electives:
130 credits:
OR
37
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Non-Music modules 3

Total Credits 360
3Non-Music module selections are subject to timetable constraints and to
consultation with the programme leader.
DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

(EXTENDED)

Offering: Full-time Second Avenue Campus
(C7)
SAQA ID: 97107

The programme trains students for a career in the public sector. The programme is
designed in such a way that the student is equipped with administrative and
management skills which are relevant for a career in the private and public sectors.
The extended programme is designed for students who do not qualify for direct
admission into the mainstream qualification.
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STATUTORY AND OTHER REQUIRMENTS

Promotion:
Prior to being eligible for promotion into the second year of the extended programme
National Diploma: Public Management, a student must pass the following modules:
• Public Information Service I.
• Public Information Practices II.
• Public Service Delivery.
• Public Office Management.
AND
• Introduction to Law.
OR
• Introduction to Economics
English language:
Communication in English A (BCE1120) is a compulsory additional requirement for
the National Diploma: Public Management. It is also a compulsory requirement for
continuing with the Advanced Diploma in Public Administration and Management.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over four years of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Introduction to Economic Principles Year BED1310 -
Introduction to Law Year BIL1110 -
Public Information Practices Semester 2 IIP2002 20
Public Information Services Semester 1 IIS1001 20
Public Service Delivery Semester 1 SSD1011 20
Credits First Year 60
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Communication in English A Year BCE1120 17
Public Decision Making I Semester 2 SDM1012 20
Public Governance and Leadership Semester 2 SPG1022 20
Public Resource Management I Semester 1 SRM1001 20
Theory of Public Administration and Semester 1 PAM1011 20
Public Management
Credits Second Year 97
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Public Financial Management II Semester 1 SFM2001 20
Introduction to Research Techniques Semester 1 SRT2011 20
Public Human Resource Management Semester 2 SHM2022 20
II
Project Management II Semester 2 SJM2002 20
Procurement and Logistics II Semester 1 SLM2011 20
Credits Third Year 100
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
Financial and Procurement Semester 1 SPM3001 17
Management III
Public Management Practice III
(Experiential Training) Semester 2 SPX3002 17
Programme Management III Semester 1 SGM3001 17
Public Human Resource Management Semester 2 SHM3022 17
III
Disaster Risk Management Semester 2 DIS3022 20
Management of Information III Semester 2 SMI3002 17
Policy Studies III Semester 2 SPS3002 17
Credits Fourth Year 119
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passed the listed pre-requisite modules or, in some cases, be simultaneously
registered (at least) for the given co-requisite modules.

Public Financial Management SFM2001 Public Resource
II Management
(SRM1001)
Procurement and Logistics II SLM2011 Public Resource
Management
(SRM1001)
Financial and Procurement (SPM3001) Public Financial
Management III Management II
(SFM2001)
Public Information Practice II IIP2002 Public Information
Services I
(IIS1001)
Management of Information III SMI3002 Public Information
Practice II
(IIP2002)
Project Management II SJM2002 Public Service
Delivery
(SSD1011)
Programme Management III SGM3001 Project
Management II
(SJM2002)
Public Human Resource SHM3022 Public Human
Management III Resource
Management II
(SHM2022)
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DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

Offering: Full-time Second Avenue Campus
(06)
SAQA ID: 97107

The programme trains students for a career in the public sector. The programme is
designed in such a way that the student is equipped with administrative and
management skills relevant for a career in the private and public sectors.
• NSC achievement rating of at least 35% for Mathematics 55% for Mathematical
Note: Communication in English A (BCE1120) is a compulsory additional

requirement for the Diploma: Public Management.
STATURORY AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Experiential learning
A student may not register for experiential training before he/she has passed all the
prescribed modules.
The Nelson Mandela University is not legally responsible for the placing of students
in suitable employment. Students are required to make their own timely arrangement
for suitable co-operative placement.
DURATION
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Public Information Services I Semester 1 IIS1001 20
Public Resource Management I Semester 1 SRM1001 20
Public Service Delivery I Semester 1 SSD1011 20
Theory of Public Administration and Semester 1 PAM1011 20
Management
Public Decision Making I Semester 2 SDM1012 20
Public Information Practice II Semester 2 IIP2002 20
Public Governance and Leadership Semester 2 SPG1022 20
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Introduction of Research Techniques Semester 1 SRT2011 20
Procurement and Logistics II Semester 1 SLM2011 20
Public Financial Management II Semester 1 SFM2001 20
Public Human Resource Management II Semester 2 SHM2022 20
Project Management II Semester 2 SJM2002 20
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Financial and Procurement Management III Semester 1 SPM3001 17
Disaster Risk Management Semester 2 DIS3022 20
Programme Management III Semester 1 SGM3001 17
Public Management Practice III
(Experiential Training) Semester 2 SPX3002 17
Public Human Resource Management III Semester 2 SHM3022 17
Policy Studies III Semester 2 SPS3002 17
Management of Information III Semester 2 SMI3002 17
Total Credits 359
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Module Code Pre-requisites Co-
requisites
Public Financial SFM2001 Public Resource
Management II Management (SRM1001)
Procurement and Logistics SLM2011 Public Resource
II Management (SRM1001)
Financial and Procurement (SPM3001) Public Financial
Management III Management II (SFM2001)
Public Information Practice IIP2002 Public Information Services
II I (IIS1001)
Management of SMI3002 Public Information Practice
Information III II (IIP2002)
Project Management II SJM2002 Public Service
Delivery (SSD1011)
Programme Management SGM3001 Project Management II
III (SJM2002)
Public Human Resource SHM3022 Public Human Resource
Management III Management II (SHM2022)
DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGEMENT

SAQA ID: 97108

This programme is designed to equip candidates with the knowledge and skills
needed to operate as professional public relations practitioners. The programmes
also requires the student to undergo one year of experiential training in order to
qualify for the diploma.
The programme has been accredited with the Public Relations Institute of South
Africa (PRISA).
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• NSC achievement rating of at least 30% for Mathematics 50% for Mathematical
• Applicants may also be provisionally admitted on the basis of work experience,
age and maturity. Admission is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Students who have passed less than 60 credits in any year will not be re-admitted to
the programme, provided that the prescribed maximum period of study may not be
exceeded in the process.

Two language modules must be passed with at least one on A-level.
The Nelson Mandela University is not legally responsible for the placing of students
in suitable employment. Students are required to make their own timely arrangement
for suitable co-operative placement.
Promotion rules:
Students must pass at least 60 credits for which they are enrolled to be eligible for
promotion to year two. Students are also required to pass all the first- and second-
year modules before promoting to the third year of study.
Experiential learning:
This programme requires the student/candidate to undergo a period of experiential
learning as part of the qualification. All prescribed compulsory and elective modules
(instructional offerings) and the prescribed experiential component must be passed
in order to obtain sufficient credits to qualify for this qualification.
Prerequisites for experiential training:

• All final-year students shall register for experiential training and enrol for the major
modules Communication Science III (BKT3000) and Public Relations III
(BSU3000), simultaneously.
• No student will be permitted to enrol for the major modules unless all first- and
second-level modules have been passed.
• A student who needs to re-write not more than one module may apply to the
Faculty Management Committee for exemption from this rule.
DURATION
The course consists of two years of full-time study at the Nelson Mandela University
followed by one year of experiential training in the Public Relations field, during which
time the student completes the two major modules by correspondence. Students
have to complete the experiential training component in order to qualify for the
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diploma. Towards the beginning of the fourth term, all final-year students must return
to the campus for a short intensive course in preparation for the final examinations.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Business Studies: Public Relations I Year BPR1000 12
Communication Science I Year BKT1000 24
Introduction to Word Processing I Year BWP1000 12
Media Studies I Year BSM1000 24
Public Relations I Year BSU1000 24
Social Psychology Year BSO1000 12
Select one of the following language modules:

English: Public Relations A* Semester 1 LKL1001 12
Afrikaans: Public Relations A* Semester 1 LBK1001 12
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Communication Science II Year BKT2000 24
Industrial Relations I Year BIR1000 24
Law: Public Relations I Year JLL1000 12
Marketing and Advertising: Public Relations Year BBR1000 12
I
Advanced Writing Year BSM2000 12
Desktop Publishing Year BSM2010 6
Photography Semester 2 BSM2002 6
Public Relations II Year BSU2000 24
Select one of the following language modules:
Afrikaans: Public Relations B* Semester 1 LBK1011 12
isiXhosa: Public Relations B* Semester 1 LBX1002 12
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Communication Science III (Major) Year BKT3000 30
Public Relations III (Major) Year BSU3000 30
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Public Relations Practice III (experiential
learning) Year BER3000 60
Total Credits 360

Communication Science II BKT2000 Communication
Science I BKT1000
Advanced Writing BSM2000 Media Studies I
BSM1000
Desktop Publishing BSM2010 Media Studies I
BSM1000
Photography BSM2002 Media Studies I
BSM1000
Public Relations II BSU2000 Public Relations I
BSU1000
Public Relations III BSU3000 Public Relations II
BSU2000
Communication Science III BKT3000 Communication
Science II BKT
2000
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ADVANCED DIPLOMAS
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

AND MANAGEMENT

SAQA ID: 109773

The Advanced Diploma in Public Administration and Management aims to develop

graduates who hold theoretical insights, operational skills well as critical insight into
the socio-economic and socio-political realm which defines the public service.
• Diploma in Public Administration and Management from the Nelson Mandela
University or equivalent tertiary qualification approved by Senate.
• Candidates will be required to hold an appropriate Diploma in Public
Administration and Management, with an overall average mark of at least 60%,
except if otherwise approved by the Head of Department and/or the Learning
Programme Coordinator, in line with Faculty level guidelines approved by the
Faculty Board.
• Candidates with an average between 55-60 % but with relevant and at least
two years’ work experience may be invited to interview

Academic support:
Introduction:
The Faculty of Humanities strives to ensure that all our students are successful in
their studies. Furthermore, the Faculty develops and uses, in collaboration with the
Centre for Teaching, Learning and Media (CTLM), teaching and learning practices
based on learner-centeredness. The Faculty of Humanities also recognises the
importance of providing students with comprehensive academic support processes
and interventions to ensure success in their studies.
The faculty also recognises the importance of effective teaching and learning
practices to ensure the academic success of students. Therefore, proactive teaching
and learning interventions are vital to ensure student success and throughput. In
addition, as interaction between staff and students is required to ensure learning
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difficulties are addressed, academic staff needs to allocate adequate time slots for
student consultation.
Academic Support Initiatives:

Examination and test results are analysed after every examination period (June and
November examinations) by the relevant Head of Department (HoD). A detailed
report is then submitted to the School Management Committee (SMC) for action. A
final report is submitted by the Director of the School (DoS) to the Faculty
Management Committee (FMC) (normally in February and August). The report
includes proposed remedial actions to be put in place for the modules where a low
pass rate was obtained. Remedial actions and interventions are linked to teaching
and learning practices, curricula design, academic support, time-abling and venue
availability.
Barriers to learning are then identified by FMC and addressed by the Faculty
Teaching and learning Committee, FMC, Emthonjeni or referred to the particular
SMC for further action.
Review of academic progress:

Lecturers monitor the academic progress of students throughout the semester,
especially after each semester test. Lecturers will use academic support initiatives to
ensure support at an early stage to potentially at risk students. These interventions
may include referrals to SCCDC for Guidance and Counselling, Learning Skills
Enhancement Programmes, or interventions in collaboration with CTLM like Tutorials
or SI.
In programmes where semester modules are offered, Faculty Administration in

consultation with Heads of Department, monitors progress at the end of each
semester. Students whose progress is deemed unsatisfactory will receive either
warning/conditional letters in accordance with the approved rules, where applicable.
In programmes where year modules are offered, progress will be monitored by

relevant HoDs. Students whose progress is deemed unsatisfactory will receive either
warning/conditional letters or be denied re-admission to the programme, in
accordance with the approved rules. HoDs will where necessary
DURATION
The qualification shall be offered over a minimum of one year of full-time study
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Governmental Relations SGR401 Semester 1 20
Public Human Resources Management SHM401 Semester 1 20
Public Financial Accountability SPF401 Semester 1 20
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Strategic Public Management SPM402 Semester 2 20
Public Policy Evaluation SPP402 Semester 2 20
Public Administration and Management SPA402 Semester 2 20
Theory
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC RELATIONS

MANAGEMENT

SAQA ID: 105725

The Advanced Diploma in Public Relations Management provides students with an

advanced knowledge base in the Public Relations profession and the ability to apply
this knowledge, skills and attributes and to function effectively as Public Relations
Practitioners, Public Relations Managers, and Public Relations Consultants
Diploma: Public Relations Management or equivalent qualification. An average of
60% for the Diploma is required.
Students who do not possess a diploma but wish to be admitted to the programme
on the basis of recognition of prior learning may be given recognition in terms of the
NMU RPL policy.

Academic support:
Introduction:
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and learning practices, curricula design, academic support, timetabling and venue
availability.

or SI.


accordance with the approved rules. HoDs will where necessary
DURATION
The qualification shall be offered over a minimum of one year of full-time study
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Public Relations Management Semester 1 BPR400 33
Advanced Communication Science Semester 2 BKT400 32
Management Practice Semester 1 BRM421 20
Measurement and Evaluation Semester 2 BME401 20
Entrepreneurship for Public Relations Semester 2 BEP402 20
Professionals
Digital Media Semester 1 BMA402 20
Total Credits 120
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BACHELOR DEGREES
BACHELOR OF ADMINISTRATION

SAQA ID: 15872

The Bachelor of Administration is a multi-faceted comprehensive programme which

aims to develop excellence in the practice and analysis of public administration,
industrial psychology, sociology, business Management and political studies.
• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental Modules
Select 12 credits from the following language modules:
Professional English Semester 1 LEBV102 12
or
Semester 2
Practical English (both modules) Term 1 LEPV101 6
Term 2 LEPV111 6
English Language Studies A Semester 1 LESV111 12
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
English Language Studies B Semester 2 LESV112 12
A Computer Literacy Semester 1 ITVL101 6
B Computer Literacy Semester 2 ITVL102 6
C End-User Computing (for students taking
Industrial Psychology or Business Semester 1 WRFV101 8
Management as a 2nd major)
Compulsory modules:
Introduction to Public Administration for Semester 1 SPA121 12
Development
Provincial and Local Government in Semester 2 SPA122 12
Constitutional Democracies
Sub-total 42/44
Select one of the following groups:
A Industrial Psychology
Introduction to Industrial Psychology Semester 1 EZZV101 12
Industrial and Organisational Psychology* Semester 2 EZZV102 12
*Must have attempted EZZV101.
B Sociology
Sociology: An Introduction Semester 1 SSV101 12
Introduction to Sociology 2 Semester 2 SINT102 12
C Business Management
Introduction to Business Management and
Entrepreneurship Semester 1 EB121 12
Introduction to the Business Functions Semester 2 EB122 12
D Political Studies
Political Issues, Theories and Concepts Term 1 SLP111 6
Contemporary SA Politics and Policy Term 2 SLPV111 6
Introduction to Conflict Management Term 3 SLCV102 6
Introductions to International Relations Term 4 SLPV112 6
Sub-total 66/68
Recommended electives (select at least 54 credits):
Introduction to Practical isiXhosa for Semester 1 IPIB101 12
beginners
Introduction to isiXhosa Language and Semester 2 IILC102 12
Culture
Introduction to Anthropology A Semester 1 SAV001 12
Introduction to Anthropology B Semester 1 SAV001 12
Introduction to World History A Term 1 SSHV101 6
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Introduction to World History B Term 2 SSHV111 6
Introduction to the History of SA Term 3 SSHV102 6
Introduction to the History SA Term 4 SSHV112 6
Introduction to Micro-economics Semester 1ECC101 12
Introduction to Macro-economics Semester 2ECC102 12
Economic History (A) Semester 1EGV101 10
Economic History (B) Semester 2EGV102 10
Introduction to Labour Law Semester 1JHLV101 12
Accounting 1A Semester 1RV101 10
General Accounting 1B* Semester 2RGV102 14
*Pre-requisite RV101.
Aspects of isiXhosa Language Semester 1 IAIL101 12
IsiXhosa Prose Narratives , Oral Literature Semester 2 IPOC102
and Creative Writing
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Principles of Interpretation of Statutes Semester 1 JFGV101 12
Principles of Administrative Law Semester 2 JSGV101 12
Public Policy and Financing Processes and Semester 1 SPA231 20
Procedures
Organising and Staffing for Public Semester 2 SPA232 20
Institutions
Select one of the following groups: Same major group as completed in year 1
A Industrial Psychology (select four
modules)
(EZAV201 and EZCV202 are compulsory if Industrial Psychology is chosen
as a major)
Human Resource Management: Semester 1 EZAV201 12
Procurement*
Labour Relations* Semester 1 EZBV201 12
Human Resource Management: Semester 2 EZCV202 12
Development*
Human Resource Management: Reward
Systems* Semester 2 EZDV202 12
Workplace Negotiation and Dispute Semester 2 EZEV202 12
Resolution*
Finance for Human Resource Practitioners* Semester 2 EZFV202 12
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
*Pre-requisite module EZZV101 or EZZV102 for 2nd-year Industrial
Psychology modules.
B Sociology
Sociology of Health and Illness Semester 1 SHAI201 20
Contemporary Labour Studies Term 3 SSSV202 10
Women in Africa Term 4 SSAV202 10
Marketing Management* Semester 1 EBMV201 14
Logistic and Purchasing Management* Semester 2 EBMV202 14
*Pre-requisite EB122.
Marketing Communication Management Semester 2 EBMV212 14
D Political Studies (select four modules)
Foreign Policy Semester 1 SLPV201 10
South African Political Economy Term 1 SLPV212 10
Introduction to Negotiation Skills Term 2 SLCV201 10
Democratisation and State Transformation Semester 2 SLPV202 10
Political Studies Semester 2 SLV202 19
Sub-total
Select modules to total 120 credits:
Commercial Law 1 Semester 1 JHA131 12
Introduction to Labour Law* Semester 2 JHLV202 12
*Must have at least 40% for JHLV101.
General Accounting 2A* Semester 1 RGV201 14
*Pre-requisites RGV102 and RV101.
General Accounting 2B** Semester 2 RGV202 14
**Pre-requisites RGV201 and RV201.
Environment and Society Semester 1 SES201 20
Macro-Economics* Semester 1 ECC201 14
*Pre-requisite ECC102.
Micro Economics** Semester 2 ECC202 14
**Pre-requisite ECC101.
English Language Studies A* Semester 1 LESV201 20
English Language Studies B* Semester 2 LESV202 20
*Pre-requisite LESV101 and LESV102
isiXhosa for Beginners Term 1 LXPV201 10
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Public Administration
Comparative Government and Semester 1 SPA321 20
Administration
Techniques for Managing Public Resources Semester 2 SPA322 20
Project Management Semester 2 SPA323 20
Sub-total 60
Select one of the following groups: Same major group as completed in year 1
and 2
A Industrial Psychology
Consumer Behaviour* Semester 1 EZZV321 15
Organizational Behaviour* Semester 1 EZZV341 15
Career Management* Semester 2 EZZV332 15
Emerging Human Resource Practices* Semester 2 EZZV352 15
rd
*Pre-requisite EZAV201 and EZCV202 for 3 -year Industrial Psychology
modules.
B Sociology (select four modules)
Advanced Social and Market Research Term 1 SSSV301 15
Human Resource Information Systems Term 4 SSSV342 15
Sociology of Development Term 3 SSSV302 15
OR
Human Rights Term 2 SSSV331 15
Transformation of Work Term 4 SSSV322 15
Crime and Society Term 4 SSSV332 15
Financial Management* Semester 1 EBMV301 24
General and Strategic Management* Semester 2 EBMV302 24
International Trade and Marketing Semester 2 EBMV312 12
Environment
* Consult with Faculty of Business &
Economic Sciences with respect to pre-
requisites
D Political Studies
Theories and Techniques of Conflict
Management Term 2 SLCV301 15
Introduction to Mediation Term 1 SLCV311 15
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
State, Society and Economy in Africa Term 3 SLPV302 15
Theory of International Relations Term 4 SLPV312 15
Total Credits 360


Industrial and Organisational EZZV102 Introduction to
Psychology Industrial Psychology
EZZV101
Human Resource EZAV201 Introduction to
Management: Procurement Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Labour Relations EZBV201 Introduction to
Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Human Resources EZCV202 Introduction to
Management: Development Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Human Resources EZDV202 Introduction to
Management: Reward Industrial Psychology
Systems EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Workplace Negotiation and EZEV202 Introduction to
dispute Resolution Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
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Finance for Human EZFV202 Introduction to
Resource Practitioners Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR
Industrial and
Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Introduction to Labour Law JHLV202 Introduction to labour
law (JHVL101)
Marketing Management EBMV201 Introduction to the
Business Functions
(EB122)
General Accounting 2A RGV201 Accounting 1A
(RV101) and General
Accounting (RGV102)
General Accounting 2B RGV202 General Accounting
2A (RGV201)
Macro Economics ECC201 Introduction to Macro
Economics (ECC102)
Micro Economics ECC2021 Introduction to Micro
Economics (ECC101)
English Language Studies LESV201 English Language
2A Studies 1A
(LESV111) and
English Language
Studies 1B
(LESV112)
English Language Studies LESV202 English Language
2B Studies 1A
(LESV111) and
English Language
Studies 1B
(LESV112)
Financial Management EMBV301 Introduction to
Business Functions
(EB122)
General and Strategic EBMV302 Introduction to
Management Business Functions
(EB122)
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BACHELOR OF ARTS

SAQA ID: 87234

• NSC achievement rating of at least 60% in any one Home or First Additional
Language.

• Students must register for a minimum of 120 credits per year and must have a
minimum of 360 credits to graduate
• Students must choose at least two major modules, starting from first year until
final year. It is Compulsory to have at least one major from group A modules
• Students must complete compulsory modules as prescribed by the Faculty, such
as SOWP102 & WSA111 when Psychology is one of Major modules
• Students must add a computer module, ITVL101 or WRFV101. WRFV101 to only
be selected when a major is a business module
• Students must add a minimum of 24 credits of first year language
Majors:
• Major modules are listed in group A and B below.
• Students must select at least two major modules;
o both from group A or one from group A and another from group B, BUT not
both from group B.
• When a module is chosen as a major, it must be done in all three years of study
and all module codes listed under it must be selected unless stated otherwise.
Major subjects in the Faculty of Humanities are grouped together as follows:
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a) Group A: Afrikaans, English, English Language Studies, French,
isiXhosa, Anthropology, History, Political Studies, Public Administration,
Philosophy and Sociology.
b) Group B: Business Management, Economics, Geography, Industrial
Psychology and Psychology. Any other field of study may be chosen as a
major in this group, in consultation with the Programme Leader subject to
whether the timetable could accommodate the field of study chosen.
c) Students could select two majors in Group A; however, if they selected a
major from Group B, the other major had to be selected from Group A.
Students must bear in mind that certain module combinations may not be
possible as a result of timetable or other difficulties.
Electives:
Elective modules refer to modules that form part of a curriculum, are not compulsory
and are chosen to complete the required 120 credits per year. Students are allowed
to choose electives from major groups, for example, more modules can be selected
from group B but only one can be identified as major and all others will be electives.
DURATION
Module
Presented Credit Value
Code
First Year
COMPULSORY MODULES / CREDITS:

1. Computer module is Compulsory
Select one of the following Computer modules:
❖ Semester ITVL101
6
Computer Literacy 1
Semester ITVL102
6
2
❖ End-User Computing (when one major
is from Business Faculty e.g. Business Semester WRFV101 8
Management, Economics or Industrial 1
Psychology)
2. Minimum of 24 credits of a first year language is compulsory
❖ 24 credits can be one language or a combination of different
languages including elective language modules 24
3. Registration total of at least 120 credits per year
❖ ➢ First year 120 credits must be selected from 1st year modules
➢ Second year 120 credits must be selected from 2nd year modules
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Module
Code
➢ Third year 120 credits must only be the 2 majors, each major is 60
credits
4 Two Majors from Major groups listed between A & Q below are
Compulsory
❖ ➢ Both two majors can be selected from group A modules OR one from
group A and another from group B, BUT NOT both from group B modules.
➢ Additional module(s) from Major groups, not identified as Major(s) can be
selected and such module(s) become elective(s). Electives are not
compulsory and are mainly used to complete the required yearly credits.
Module
Code
Select two or more major groups from modules listed from A to Q below:
A Afrikaans
Language and Text Semester 1 LAV101 6
Afrikaans Literary and Visual Studies Semester 1 LAV131 6
Language and Context Semester 2 LAV102 6
Afrikaans Poetry and Prose Semester 2 LAV122 6
B English
Introduction to Poetry Semester 1 LLEV101 6
Introduction to Drama Semester 1 LLEV111 6
Introduction to Narrative Fiction Semester 2 LLEV102 6
Introduction to African Literature Semester 2 LLEV112 6
C English Language Studies
D French
Foundations of French A Semester 1 FFL101 12
Foundations of French B* Semester 2 FFL102 12
¹Pre-requisites FFL101.
E isiXhosa: non-Mother Tongue Speakers
Beginners
Introduction to isiXhosa and Culture Semester 2 IILC102 12
F isiXhosa: First Language
Introduction to aspects of isiXhosa Language Semester 1 IAIL101 12
IsiXhosa Prose Narratives, Oral Literature and Semester 2 IPOC102 12
Creative Writing
G Anthropology
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Module
Code
Introduction to Anthropology A Semester 1 SAV001 12
Introduction to Anthropology B Semester 2 SAV002 12
H History
Introduction to World History A Term 1 SSHV101 6
Introduction to World History B Term 2 SSHV111 6
I Philosophy
Introduction to Philosophical Ideas I Semester 1 SFV101 10
Introduction to Philosophical Ideas II Semester 1 SFV111 10
Introduction to Philosophical Questioning Semester 2 SFV102 10
Introduction to Philosophical Arguments Semester 2 SFV112 10
J Political Studies
Political Issues, Theories and Concepts Term 1 SLP111 6
Contemporary SA Politics and Policy Term 2 SLPV111 6
Introduction to Conflict Management Term 3 SLCV102 6
Introduction to International Relations Term 4 SLPV112 6
K Public Administration
Introduction to Public Administration for Semester 1 SPA121 12
Development
Provincial and Local Government in Semester 2 SPA122 12
Constitutional Democracies
L Sociology
Sociology: An Introduction Semester 1 SSV101 12
Introduction to Sociology 2 Semester 2 SINT102 12
GROUP B MAJOR MODULES (FROM M-Q)
M Business Management
N Economics
Introduction to Micro-economics Semester 1 ECC101 12
Introduction to Macro-economics Semester 2 ECC102 12
O Geography
Introduction to Economic and Settlement
Geography Term 1 GEOV101 7
Introduction to Meteorology and Climatology Term 2 GENV101 8
Introduction to Geomorphology Term 3 GENV102 7
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Module
Code
Introduction to Geo-information Science and
Cartography Term 4 GISV102 8
P Industrial Psychology
Introduction to Organisational Behaviour ² Semester 2 EZZV102 12
²Must have attempted EZZV101.
Q Psychology
Introductory Psychology Semester 1 SPVV101 10
Ethics and practice Semester 1 SPVV111 10
Lifespan development Semester 2 SPVV102 10
Psychological Coping Semester 2 SPVV122 10
³WSA111 and SOWP102 are compulsory modules if Psychology is chosen as a
major.
R Elective modules:
Professional English Semester 1 LEBV102 12
or
Semester 2
Afrikaans for beginners Semester 1 LABV101 12
or or
Semester 2 LABV102
Practical English Term 1 LEPV101 6
Kommunikasie in Afrikaans Semester 1 AFRK101 12
Teksanalise Semester 2 TEKS102 12
Accounting 1A Semester 1 RV101 10
General Accounting 1B Semester 2 RGV102 14
Entrepreneurship Term 4 EBMV122 10
Introduction to Earth Semester 1 GGLV101 7
Mineralogy and Petrology Semester 1 GGLV111 8
Physical Geology Semester 2 GGLV102 7
Structural and Economic Geology Semester 2 GGLV112 8
Commercial Law Semester 1 JHA131 12
Introduction to Labour Law Semester 1 JHLV101 12
Principles of Interpretation of Statutes Semester 1 JFGV101 12
Principles of Administrative Law Semester 2 JSGV101 12
Company Law Semester 2 JHMV102 12
Cross-cultural perspectives in Psychology Semester 2 SPVV112 10
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Module
Code
Introduction to Social Work Practice and Skills Semester 2 SOWP102 10
Statistical Methods in Behavioural Science Semester 1 WSA111 7
Business Statistics Semester 2 STAV102 12
Second Year
Select two majors relative to the major groups taken in the previous year:
GROUP A MAJOR MODULES (FROM A – L)
A Afrikaans
Syntax and Morphology Semester 1 LAV201 10
Afrikaans Drama and Film Semester 1 LAV221 10
Phonology and Semantics Semester 2 LAV202 10
Afrikaans Poetry Semester 2 LAV222 10
B English
The English Renaissance and Literature* Semester 1 LLEV222 10
Popular Literature and Subversion* Semester 1 LLEV211 10
Romanticism and After* Semester 2 LLEV202 10
Literature of Africa and its Diaspora* Semester 2 LLEV221 10
*Pre-requisite LLEV101, LLEV111, LLEV102, LLEV112
English Language Studies A ¹ Semester 1 LESV201 20
English Language Studies B ¹ Semester 2 LESV202 20
¹Prerequisites LESV111 and LESV112.
D French ²
Intermediate French A* Semester 1 IFL201 20
Intermediate French B Semester 2 IFL202 20
²Pre-requisites FFL102
³Pre-requisites IFL2011.
E isiXhosa: non-Mother Tongue Speakers
IsiXhosa Language and Sociolinguistics Semester 1 IXLS201 20
IsiXhosa Drama, Poetry and Creative Writing Semester 2 IDPW202 20
G Anthropology
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Module
Code
Environment and Society Semester 1 SES201 20
Medical Anthropology Semester 2 SMA202 20
H History
Political History of South Africa in the 20th
Century (A) Term 1 SSHV201 10
History of African Migration Term 2 SSHV211 10
Political History of South Africa in the 20th
Century (B) Term 3 SSHV202 10
Modern Africa: History and Philosophy Term 4 SSHV212 10
I Philosophy
Philosophical Practice: Ideology Critique Semester 1 SFV221 10
Philosophical Practice: Interpretation and Art Semester 1 SFV222 10
Philosophical Practice: Philosophy through 10
Semester 2 SFV223
Film
Philosophical Practice: Creating Concepts Semester 2 SFV224 10
J Political Studies (select a minimum of 4
modules)
Foreign Policy Semester 1 SLPV201 10
South African Political Economy Term 2 SLPV212 10
Introduction to Negotiation Term 2 SLCV201 10
Democratisation and State Transformation Semester 2 SLPV202 10
Political Studies Semester 2 SLV202 19
K Public Administration
Public Policy and Financing Processes and Semester 1 SPA231 20
Procedures
Organising and Staffing for Public Institutions Semester 2 SPA232 20
L Sociology
Sociology of Health and Illness Semester 1 SHAI201 20
Contemporary Labour Studies Term 3 SSSV202 10
Women in Africa Term 4 SSAV202 10
M Business Management
Marketing Management Semester 1 EBMV201 14
Logistics and Purchasing Management Semester 2 EBMV202 14
Pre-requisite EB122.
Marketing Communication Semester 2 EBMV212 14
*Pre-requisite EBMV201
N Economics
Macro-Economics Semester 1 ECC201 14
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Module
Code
Pre-requisite ECC102.
Micro-Economics Semester 2 ECC202 14
Pre-requisite ECC101.
O Geography
Pedo-Geomorphological Studies Term 1 GENV201 10
Economic and Development Geography Term 2 GEOV211 10
Introduction to Cartography and GIS Term 3 GISV201 10
Society and Environment Term 4 GENV212 10
P Industrial Psychology (select four
modules) 4
(EZAV201 and EZCV202 are compulsory if Industrial Psychology is chosen as a
major)
Human Resource Management: Procurement Semester 1 EZAV201 12
Labour Relations Semester 1 EZBV201 12
Organisational Behaviour – Special Semester 1 EZGV201 12
Human Resource Management: Development Semester 2 EZCV202 12
Human Resource Management: Reward
Systems Semester 2 EZDV202 12
Workplace Negotiation and Dispute Semester 2 EZEV202 12
Resolution
Finance for Human Resource Practitioners Semester 2 EZFV202 12
4Pre-requisite module EZZV101 or EZZV102 for 2nd-year Industrial Psychology
modules.
Q Psychology 5
Social Psychology Semester 1 SPVV201 12
Health Psychology Semester 2 SPVV202 12
Introduction to Psychological Assessment Semester 1 SPVV211 12
Personality Psychology Semester 2 SPVV212 12
WSA111and SOWP102 are compulsory modules if Psychology is chosen as a major.
The balance of credits may be chosen from the list below or from major groups above
Students should bear in mind that certain combinations of modules may not be
possible as a result of timetable or other difficulties.
R Elective modules:
Customer Relationship Management Semester 2 EBFV202 12
Business Ethics Semester 2 EBFV212 10
Marketing Communication Management* Semester 2 EBMV212 14
*Consult with Faculty of Business & Economic Sciences
with respect to pre-requisites.
Palaeontology Semester 1 GGLV201 10
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Module
Code
Structural Geology Semester 1 GGLV211 10
Mineralogy Semester 2 GGLV202 10
Sedimentary Petrology Semester 2 GGLV212 10
Advanced Company Law Semester 1 JHMV201 12
Commercial Law II Semester 2 JHAV202 12
Introduction to Labour Law Semester 2 JHLV202 12
(must have at least 40% for JHLV102)
Psychology in Gender Semester 2 SPVV221 12
Traumatology Semester 2 SPVV222 12
Creative Writing: Drama, Radio &TV Semester 1 LEV201 10
Creative Writing: Prose Semester 2 LEV202 10
Third Year
Select two majors relative to the major groups taken in the previous year:
GROUP A MAJOR MODULES (FROM A-L)
A Afrikaans
Afrikaans for the Professions Semester 1 LAV321 15
Modern Afrikaans Poetry Semester 1 LAV311 15
Sociolinguistics Semester 2 LAV302 15
Modern Afrikaans Prose Semester 2 LAV312 15
B English
Modernism and Literature* Semester 1 LLEV311 15
Postmodernism and Literature* Semester 1 LLEV332 15
SA Literature* Semester 2 LLEV302 15
World Literature Today* Semester 2 LLEV331 15
*Pre-requisite LLEV201, LLEV211, LLEV202, LLEV212.
English Language Studies A ¹ Semester 1 LESV301 30
English Language Studies B ¹ Semester 2 LESV302 30
¹Pre-requisites LESV201 and LESV202.
D French ²
Advanced French A* Semester 1 AFL301 30
Advanced French B ** Semester 2 AFL302 30
*Pre-requisites IFL202
**Pre-requisites AFL302.
E isiXhosa: non-Mother Tongue
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Module
Code
Advanced isiXhosa Language Semester 1 AIXL301 30
IsiXhosa Literary Studies and Creative Writing Semester 2 ILSC302 30
G Anthropology
Applying Cultural Knowledge Term 2 SAV311 15
Evaluation of Development Programmes Term 3 SAV302 15
The Development of Anthropology Term 4 SAV312 15
If Anthropology and Sociology are majors, SSSV301 must be selected for
Anthropology and 4 different Sociology modules must be selected
H History
Post-Apartheid South Africa: Transformation, Semester 1 SPHM311 30
Heritage and Memory
African Globalisation and Making of the Semester 2 AGMW312 30
Modern World Order
I Philosophy
Philosophy and The Ethos: Ethics Semester 1 SFV321 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Nature Semester 1 SFV322 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Self Semester 2 SFV323 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Society Semester 2 SFV324 15
J Political Studies
Theories and Techniques of Conflict
Management Term 2 SLCV301 15
Introduction to Mediation Term 1 SLCV311 15
State, Society and Economy In Africa Term 3 SLPV302 15
Theory of International Relations Term 4 SLPV312 15
K Public Management
Comparative Government and Administration Semester 1 SPA321 20
Techniques for Managing Public Resources Semester 2 SPA322 20
Project Management Semester 2 SPA332 20
L Sociology
(Select four. If Anthropology is another major, SSSV301 must NOT be selected)
Human Rights Term 2 SSSV331 15
Sociology of Development Term 3 SSSV302 15
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Module
Code
Transformation of Work Term 4 SSSV322 15
Crime and Society Term 4 SSSV332 15
Human Resource Information Systems Term 4 SSSV342 15
M Business Management (All three modules
to be selected)
Financial Management Semester 1 EBMV301 24
General and Strategic Management Semester 2 EBMV302 24
International Trade and Marketing Semester 2 EBMV312 12
Environment*
N Economics (select four modules)
Core modules compulsory (select all 3)
Micro- and Macro-Economic Theory and Semester 1 EMC301 20
Policy
Econometrics Semester 1 ECC321 10
Economics of Development Semester 2 ECD302 20
Electives (select one)
Economics of Financial Markets Semester 1 ECC311 10
Labour Economics Semester 2 ECC322 10
Resource, Environmental and Ecological Semester 2 ENR302 10
Economics
O Geography (select four modules)
Geo-information Systems Term 1 GISV301 15
Urban Social Geography Term 2 GEOV301 15
Geomorphology Term 2 GENV301 15
Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing Term 3 GISV302 15
Environmental Resource Management Term 4 GENV312 15
P Industrial Psychology (select four
modules)
Consumer Behaviour Semester 1 EZZV321 15
Career Management Semester 2 EZZV332 15
Organisational Behaviour Semester 1 EZZV341 15
Emerging Human Resource Practices Semester 2 EZZV352 15
Research Methodology and Psychometrics Semester 2 EZZV372 15
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Module
Code
4Pre-requisite modules EZAV201 and EZCV202 for 3rd-year Industrial Psychology
modules.
Q Psychology 5
Research Methodology Semester 1 SPVV300 12
Fundamentals of Neuropsychology Semester 2 SPVV302 12
Psychopathology Semester 2 SPVV312 12
Relationship Psychology Semester 1 SPVV311 12
Career Psychology Semester 1 SPVV321 12
Fundamentals of Therapeutic Psychology Semester 2 SPVV322 12
5 WSA111/STAV102 and SWBV102/SOWP102 are compulsory modules if
Psychology is chosen as a major. If SWBV102 had already been passed, SOWP102
must not be selected.


Industrial and Organisational EZZV102 Introduction to
Psychology Industrial Psychology
EZZV101
The English Renaissance and LLEV222 Introduction to Poetry
Literature (LLEV101)
Introduction to Drama
(LLEV111)
Introduction to
Narrative Fiction
(LLEV102)
Introduction to African
Popular Literature and LLEV211 Introduction to Poetry
Subversion (LLEV101)
(LLEV111)
Introduction to
Narrative Fiction
(LLEV102)
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Romanticism and After LLEV202 Introduction to Poetry
(LLEV101)
(LLEV111)
Introduction to
Narrative Fiction
(LLEV102)
Literature of Africa and its LLEV221 Introduction to Poetry
Diaspora (LLEV101)
(LLEV111)
Introduction to
Narrative Fiction
(LLEV102)
Human Resource EZAV201 Introduction to
Management: Procurement Industrial Psychology
EZZV101 OR Industrial
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Labour Relations EZBV201 Introduction to
Industrial Psychology
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Human Resources EZCV202 Introduction to
Management: Development Industrial Psychology
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Human Resources EZDV202 Introduction to
Management: Reward Industrial Psychology
Systems EZZV101 OR Industrial
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Workplace Negotiation and EZEV202 Introduction to
dispute Resolution Industrial Psychology
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
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Finance for Human Resource EZFV202 Introduction to
Practitioners Industrial Psychology
and Organisational
Psychology EZZV102
Introduction to Labour Law JHLV202 Introduction to labour
law (JHVL101)
Marketing Management EBMV201 Introduction to the
Business Functions
(EB122)
General Accounting 2A RGV201 Accounting 1A
(RV101) and General
Accounting (RGV102)
General Accounting 2B RGV202 General Accounting 2A
(RGV201)
Macro Economics ECC201 Introduction to Macro
Economics (ECC102)
Micro Economics ECC2021 Introduction to Micro
Economics (ECC101)
English Language Studies 2A LESV201 English Language
Studies 1A (LESV111)
and English Language
Studies 1B (LESV112)
English Language Studies 2B LESV202 English Language
English Language Studies 3A LESV301 English Language
English Language Studies 3B LESV302 English Language
Financial Management EMBV301 Introduction to
Business Functions
(EB122)
General and Strategic EBMV302 Introduction to
Management Business Functions
(EB122)
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BACHELOR OF ARTS
(MEDIA, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE)
(NO NEW INTAKE)


• Admission Points Score of 36.
• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met.
• English, Afrikaans or isiXhosa (home language or first additional language) on at
least level 3 (40-49%).
• NSC achievement rating of at least 2 (30-39%) for Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) for
Mathematical Literacy.
• Applicants with an Admission Points Score between 28 and 35 may be referred
to write the Access Assessment Battery before a decision is made on whether or
not to admit the applicant to the course.

Completion of first-year LMC modules:
The final year for all students to complete all first-year LMC modules contained in
the Bachelor of Arts (Media, Communication and Culture) (qualification code 13300
– A1), was 2020.
Subject to the approval of the Programme Leader, modules other than those
specified will be credited if they are consistent with the overall purpose of the
programme.
The selection of modules is subject to meeting specified prerequisites and timetable

constraints. Unless the Programme Leader determines otherwise, a student shall
not be permitted to register for a module until he/she has completed the relevant
preceding module(s).
programme.

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DURATION

2022.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Introduction to Media Ethics Semester 2 LMC113 6
Select A or B:
A Computer Literacy Semester 1 ITCL101 6
End-User Computing (for those wishing to
B take Design, Video Production or New Semester 1 WRFC101 8
Media in second/third year)
The compulsory component of the qualification is made up of a
language plus TEN LMC modules at 1st-year level. Students may 84
choose Afrikaans or English or French or isiXhosa as their core
language. Students choosing English as their core language must
select appropriate modules for that particular type of English study
i.e. LLE101, LLE102, LLE103 and LLE104.
Note: Students must complete two years of a language. See the language
requirements at 2nd-year level.
Select one group from A – F:
A Afrikaans
Language and Text Semester 1 LA111 6
Introduction to Afrikaans Poetry Semester 1 LA113 6
Language and Context Semester 2 LA112 6
Introduction to Afrikaans Prose Semester 2 LA114 6
B English
Introduction to Poetry Semester 1 LLE101 6
Introduction to Drama Semester 1 LLE102 6
Introduction to Narrative Fiction Semester 2 LLE103 6
Introduction to African Literature Semester 2 LLE104 6
75
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
English Language Studies A Semester 1 LES111 12
English Language Studies B Semester 2 LES112 12
D French
French for Beginners Semester 1 LFP101 6
French for Beginners Semester 1 LFP102 6
French for Beginners ¹ Semester 2 LFP103 6
French for Beginners ¹ Semester 2 LFP104 6
¹ Pre-requisites LFP101 and LFP102.
E isiXhosa non-Mother Tongue speakers
isiXhosa for Beginners Term 1 LXP111 6
F isiXhosa Mother Tongue Speakers
Introduction to Language Study Term 1 LX111 6
Introduction to Creative Writing and Prose Term 2 LX112 6
Morphology and Semantics Term 3 LX113 6
Introduction to Oral Literature and
Creative Writing Term 4 LX114 6
G Select ten of the following modules:
Introduction to Communication Studies (a) Semester 1 LMC101 6
Cultural Studies: Classical Greek Culture Semester 1 LMC103 6
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (a) Semester 1 LMC105 6
Introduction to Media Studies Semester 1 LMC107 6
Introduction to Media Studies: News
Reporting and Writing Semester 1 LMC109 6
Introduction to Media Studies: Film (a) Semester 1 LMC111 6
Introduction to Communication Studies (b) Semester 2 LMC102 6
Cultural Studies: Classical Roman Culture Semester 2 LMC104 6
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (b) Semester 2 LMC106 6
Introduction to Media Studies: Magazine
Feature Writing Semester 2 LMC110 6
Introduction to Media Studies: Film (b) Semester 2 LMC112 6
Elective modules
Students choose modules relevant to the overall purpose of the degree in
consultation with the Programme Leader. Students electing to take an
additional language must take all four applicable modules in that language,
e.g. LFP101, LFP102, LFP103 and LFP104.
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Understanding Cultural Diversity A Term 1 SA101 6
Understanding Cultural Diversity B Term 2 SA102 6
Introduction to isiXhosa Culture Term 1 SA105 6
Sociology: An Introduction Semester 1 SS101 12
Political issues, Theories and Concepts Term 1 SLP101 6
Contemporary SA Politics and Policy Term 2 SLP102 6
Introduction to Conflict Management Term 3 SLC103 6
Introduction to International Relations Term 4 SLP106 6
French for Beginners Term 1 LFP101 6
French for Beginners Term 2 LFP102 6
French for Beginners* Term 3 LFP103 6
French for Beginners* Term 4 LFP104 6
* Pre-requisites LFP101 and LFP102.
Music in History and Society: American Term 1 MGS101 6
Jazz
and Politics in SA Term 2 MGS102 6
Classical Music ca. 850 – 1600 Term 3 MGS103 6
Classical Music ca. 1600 – 1900 Term 4 MGS104 6
Music Technology Semester 1 MTS101 6
Introduction to Philosophical Ideas 1 Semester 1 SF131 10
Introduction to Philosophical Questioning Semester 1 SF132 10
Introduction to Philosophical Ideas 2 Semester 2 SF133 10
Introduction to Philosophical Arguments Semester 2 SF134 10
77
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Students must complete all FOUR second-year modules of their core
language (Afrikaans, English, French or isiXhosa) plus EIGHT LMC modules.
If the student chooses to take elective modules such as a second language or
Philosophy, they need only complete SIX LMC core modules.
Select eight of the following modules:
Communication Studies 1 Semester 1 LMC201 10
1 Pre-requisites LMC101 and LMC102.
Media Studies: Film Genres Semester 2 LMC206 10

Media Studies: Introduction to Public
Relations and Corporate Communications Semester 1 LMC208 10
2
2 Pre-requisite LMC107.
Note: A maximum of 70 students will be selected on merit.
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (a) Semester 1 LMC210 10
³
³ Pre-requisites LMC105 and LMC106.
Principles of Design and Layout (a) 4 Semester 1 LMC212 10

4 Pre-requisite WRFC101.
Note: A maximum of 44 students will be accepted on merit.

Introduction to Scriptwriting Semester 1 LMC213 10
Written Communication 5 Semester 2 LMC202 10
5 Pre-requisite LMC109 or LMC110.
Media Studies: Media and Society Semester 1 LMC203 10

Media Studies: Television 6 Semester 1 LMC205 10
6 Pre-requisite WRFC101.
Media Studies: Film Genres Semester 2 LMC206 10

Media Studies: Advertising Industry Semester 2 LMC207 10
Media Studies: African Film Semester 2 LMC209 10
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (b) Semester 2 LMC211 10
7
7 Pre-requisites LMC105 and LMC106.

Principles of Design and Layout (b) 8 Semester 2 LMC214 10
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Note: A maximum of 44 students will be accepted on merit.
Media Studies: Television (b): Image Semester 2 LMC215 10
Production 9
Note: A maximum of 50 students will be selected on merit.

Copywriting for Advertising and Marketing Semester 1 LMC216 10
Scriptwriting (b) 10 Semester 2 LMC217 10
Select one group from A – F, relative to modules selected in 1st Year:

A Afrikaans
Syntax and Morphology (Afrikaans) Semester 1 LA211 10
Phonology and Semantics (Afrikaans) Semester 2 LA212 10
Cultural Interaction (Afrikaans) Semester 1 LA213 10
Poetry (Afrikaans) Semester 2 LA214 10
B English
The English Renaissance and Literature11 Semester 1 LLE201 10
Popular Literature and Subversion11 Semester 1 LLE202 10
Romanticism and After 11 Semester 2 LLE203 10
Literature of Africa and Its Diaspora 11 Semester 2 LLE204 10
Creative Writing: Prose Semester 1 LE205 10
Creative Writing: Drama, Radio and TV Semester 2 LE206 10
11 Pre-requisite LLE101-104 or 105.

English Language Studies A 12 Semester 1 LES211 20
English Language Studies B 12 Semester 2 LES212 20
12 Pre-requisites LES111 and LES112.
D French
Intermediate French13 Term 1 LFP201 10
Intermediate French 13 Term 2 LFP202 10
Intermediate French14 Term 3 LFP203 10
Intermediate French 14 Term 4 LFP204 10
13 Pre-requisites LFP101 – LFP104.
14 Pre-requisites LFP201 and LFP202.
E isiXhosa non-Mother Tongue Speakers

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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
F isiXhosa Mother Tongue Speakers
Phonology and Syntax Term 1 LX211 10
Writing Process: Oral Literature and Short Term 2 LX212 10
Stories
Sociolinguistics Term 3 LX213 10
Creative Writing: Drama and Novels Term 4 LX214 10
Electives
Students elect modules in consultation with the Programme Leader. The
following electives are recommended, but students may choose to study an
additional language or, subject to the approval of the Programme Leader, any
other modules relevant to the overall purpose of the degree. Students may
also take a second language (English, Afrikaans/ Dutch, isiXhosa or French)
as elective.
Marketing Management 15 Semester 1 EBM201 14
15 Pre-requisite EB102.
Marketing Communication Management 16 Semester 2 EBM203 14

16 Pre-requisite EBM201.
Music Technology 17 Semester 1 MTS201 12

17 Pre-requisites MTS101 and MTS102.

Web Page Design 201 Semester 1 WRWD201 7
Note: Only students who have passed WRFC101 (equivalent) will be allowed
to enrol for this module. Those students seeking credit for WRFC101 will be
required to pass a competency test in End-User Computing.
Web Page Design 202 18 Semester 2 WRWD202 7
18 Pre-requisite WRWD201.
South African Political Economy Term 2 SLP202 10

Cultural Dynamics Term 1 SA201 10
Managing Cultural Diversity Term 2 SA202 10
Philosophical Practice: Ideology Critique Semester 1 SF221 10
Philosophical Practice: Interpretation and Semester 1 SF222 10
Art
Philosophical Practice: Philosophy Semester 2 SF223 10
through Film
Philosophical Practice: Creating Concepts Semester 2 SF224 10
Group Dynamics Term 2 SS202 10
Women in Africa Term 4 SSA204 10
Music and Popular Music Semester 1 MGS221 10
80
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Music in History and Society: Baroque Semester 2 MGS222 10
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Media and Communication Project:
Integration of Theory and Practice Year LMC311 20
Select a minimum of three of the following modules in consultation with the
Programme Leader:
Media Law Semester 2 JMJ301 15
New Media and Information Technology Semester 2 LMC302 15
Freelance Writing For The Media 1 Semester 1 LMC303 15
1Pre-requisite LMC202.
Audio-visual Presentation Design 2 Semester 1 LMC304 15

2Pre-requisites LMC212 and LMC214.
Media Studies: Film Semester 2 LMC306 15

Video Production 3 Semester 1 LMC315 20
3Pre-requisites LMC215, LMC213, LMC217 and
LMC205.
A maximum of 20 students will be selected on merit.
Media Studies: African Film (2) Semester 1 LMC307 15
Public Relations and Corporate Semester 1 LMC318 15
Communications 4
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society Semester 1 LMC309 15

(A) 5
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society Semester 2 LMC319 15

(B) 6
Applied Public Relations and Corporate

Communications 7 Semester 2 LMC320 15
Advanced Video Production 8 Semester 2 LMC321 15

Advanced Design And Layout (B) 9 Semester 2 LMC322 15

Scriptwriting 10 Semester 1 LMC323 15

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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Elective Modules
Students select modules in consultation with the Programme Leader. The
following electives are recommended but students may, subject to the
approval of the Programme Leader, choose any other modules relevant to the
overall purpose of the degree.
Afrikaans: Journalistic Text Production Semester 1 LA311 15
Modern Afrikaans Poetry Semester 1 LA313 15
Sociolinguistics Semester 2 LA312 15
Modern Afrikaans Prose Semester 2 LA314 15
Dutch Prosa Year LD301 15
French Language and Literature 11 Term 1 LF301 15
French Language and Literature Term 2 LF302 15
French Language and Literature 12 Term 3 LF303 15
French Language and Literature Term 4 LF304 15
11Pre-requisites LFP201 - LFP204.
12Pre-requisites LF301 and LF302.
Modernism and Literature13 Semester 1 LLE302 15

Postmodernism and Literature 13 Semester 1 LLE303 15
SA Literature 13 Semester 2 LLE304 15
World Literature Today13 Semester 2 LLE305 15
Creative Writing Portfolio Semester 2 LLE306 15
13Pre-requisites LLE201-204.
English Language Studies A* Semester 1 LES311 30

English Language Studies B* Semester 2 LES312 30
*Prerequisites LES211 and LES212.
isiXhosa: Pragmatics Term 1 LX311 15
isiXhosa: Biography And Essays Term 2 LX312 15
isiXhosa: Language Change Term 3 LX313 15
isiXhosa: Creative Writing And Poetry Term 4 LX314 15
14Consult Music Department with regard to pre-requisite.
Philosophy and The Ethos: Ethics Semester 1 SF321 15

Philosophy and The Ethos: Nature Semester 1 SF322 15
82
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Philosophy and The Ethos: Self Semester 2 SF323 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Society Semester 2 SF324 15
Total Credits 360
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN MEDIA, COMMUNICATION

AND CULTURE

SAQA ID: 87239

• NSC achievement rating of at least 60% in any one Home or First Additional
Language.

programme.

DURATION
83
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (a) Semester 1 LMCV105 10
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (b) Semester 2 LMCV106 10
Media Studies and Ethics Semester 1 LMCV151 10
Critical Communication Semester 2 LMCV114 10
Introduction to Film Studies Semester 2 LMCV122 10
Writing for the Media Semester 1 LMCV191 10
End-User Computing Semester 1 WRFV101 8
Select one of the following:

Elective modules:
Select an additional 20-24 credits from the following modules:
The compulsory component of the qualification is made up of the above list
of compulsory and elective modules, and a language. Students may choose
Afrikaans or English or French or isiXhosa as their language subject.
However, students must select the same language grouping, e.g. for
English: LLEV101, LLEV102, LLEV111 and LLEV112 or LESV111 and
LESV112. Note: Students must complete two years of the same language
grouping. See the language requirements at second-year level.
Language modules (select 24 credits of the same language under the same
language grouping):
Afrikaans
Language and Text Semester 1 LAV101 6
Afrikaans Literary and Visual Studies Semester 1 LAV131 6
Language and Context Semester 2 LAV102 6
84
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Afrikaans Poetry and Prose Semester 2 LAV122 6
English
Introduction to Poetry Semester 1 LLEV101 6
Introduction to Drama Semester 1 LLEV111 6
Introduction to Narrative Fiction Semester 2 LLEV102 6
Introduction to African Literature Semester 2 LLEV112 6
English Language Studies
French
Foundation of French A Semester 1 FFL101 12
Foundation of French B* Semester 2 FFL102 12
* Pre-requisites FFL101.
isiXhosa non-Mother Tongue speakers
Beginners
Introduction to isiXhosa Language and Culture Semester 1 IILC102 12
isiXhosa Mother Tongue Speakers
Aspects of isiXhosa Language Semester 1 IAIL101 12
IsiXhosa Prose Narratives, Oral Literature Semester 2 IPOC102 12
and Creative Writing
Credits First Year 122/126
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Media, Film and Society Semester 1 LMCV251 10
Creative Communication in Advertising Semester 1 LMCV261 10
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (a)* Semester 1 LMCV201 10
*Note: LMCV105 and LMCV106 are
prerequisites.
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (b)* Semester 2 LMCV202 10
prerequisites.
Media, Communication and Culture
Integrated Project Semester 2 LMCV252 10
Select A or B:
A Television and Video Production Semester 2 LMCV205 10
Note: Due to infrastructural limitations, a
85
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
maximum of 44 students will be accepted
on merit.
B Principles of Preproduction Semester 2 LMCV272 10
Select A or B:
A Visual Communication Semester 2 LMCV282 10
Note: Due to infrastructural limitations, a
maximum of 44 students will be accepted
on merit.
B Copywriting for Advertising and Marketing Semester 2 LMCV216 10
Philosophical Practice: Philosophy through Semester 2 SFV223 10
Film
The compulsory component of the second-year level of the BA (MCC)
programme is made up of the above list of compulsory modules, and a
language. Students must choose the same language and language
grouping as that completed in their first year.
Language modules (select 40 credits of the same language under the same
language grouping):
Afrikaans
Syntax and Morphology Semester 1 LAV201 10
Afrikaans Drama and Film Semester 1 LAV221 10
Phonology and Semantics Semester 2 LAV202 10
Afrikaans Poetry Semester 2 LAV222 10
English
The English Renaissance and Literature* Semester 1 LLEV201 10
Popular Literature and Subversion* Semester 1 LLEV211 10
Romanticism and After* Semester 2 LLEV202 10
Literature of Africa and Its Diaspora* Semester 2 LLEV212 10
*Pre-requisites LLEV101-LLEV112
English Language Studies
English Language Studies A* Semester 1 LESV201 20
English Language Studies B* Semester 2 LESV202 20
*Pre-requisites LESV111 and LESV112.
French
Intermediate French A* Semester 1 IFL201 20
Intermediate French B** Semester 2 IFL202 20
86
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
*Pre-requisites FFL102.
**Pre-requisites IFL201.
isiXhosa non-Mother Tongue Speakers
Xhosa for Beginners II Term 1 LXPV201 10
isiXhosa Mother Tongue Speakers
IsiXhosa Language and Sociolinguistics Semester 1 IXL201 20
IsiXhosa Drama, Poetry and Creative Writing Semester 2 IDPW202 20
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Film Theory and Analysis Semester 1 LMCV301 15
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (A)* Semester 1 LMCV309 15
prerequisites.
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (B)* Semester 2 LMCV312 15
prerequisites.
Media, Communication and Culture
Advanced Integrated Project Year LMCV350 20
Select 3 of the following modules:
Advanced Video Production* Semester 2 LMCV332 15
*Note: LMCV205 is a prerequisite.
Production Management* Semester 2 LMCV362 15
Audiovisual Presentation Design* Semester 1 LMCV321 15
New Media and Communication* Semester 2 LMCV382 15
Advanced Visual Communication* Semester 2 LMCV372 15
Advanced Copyrighting for Advertising and
Marketing* Semester 1 LMCV381 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Ethics Semester 1 SFV321 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Nature Semester 1 SFV322 15
87
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Philosophy and The Ethos: Self Semester 2 SFV323 15
Philosophy and The Ethos: Society Semester 2 SFV324 15
The compulsory component of the third-year level of the BA (MCC)
programme is made up of the above list of compulsory modules. No
language subject can be taken at third-year level.
Total Credits 360
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
(GENERAL)
(NO NEW INTAKE)

SAQA ID: 87254

Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF)
The purpose of the BMus degree is to qualify the student for a career in the broad
music profession as a performer, arranger, composer, researcher, music technologist
or music educator, depending on the electives and specialisation. Each curriculum
for the BMus degrees offered at Nelson Mandela University has a specific
specialisation. On completion of this qualification, the student will have attained a
comprehensive and systematic knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of
knowledge in the chosen area of specialisation. By this means the student will be
contributing to the development of the sector. The student will have a coherent and
critical understanding of the theories and practices in the field of music and an ability
to conduct research and critique advanced scholarship in the area of specialisation.
The student will also be able to make sound theoretical judgments based on evidence
and have an ability to think critically within the discipline.
The student will develop an understanding of a range of research methods,

techniques and technologies and an ability to select these appropriately for a specific
research problem in the area of specialisation. The student will have an ability to
identify, analyse and deal with complex and/or practical problems and issues using
evidence-based solutions and theory-driven arguments. The student will have
acquired efficient and effective information retrieval and processing skills. The
student will be able to identify, critically analyse, synthesize and independently
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evaluate quantitative and/or qualitative data. The student will have the ability to
engage with current research and scholarly literature in music. The student will be
able to engage with current technology as applied in the field of music.
The student will be able to present and communicate academic and/or professional
work effectively, catering for a variety of audiences by using a range of different media
appropriate to the context. The qualification has been structured in such a manner
as to promote transformation in music in the broadest sense. Learning programmes
will contribute to the personal development of the individual student and to social and
economic development by applying the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes.
Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met for all curricula.
Curriculum 5: General
• If an applicant presents with Mathematical Literacy instead of Mathematics,
additional modules may be added to the programme, which will extend the length
of the programme.
• A minimum practical standard equivalent to Grade 6 of the external examining
bodies is required for admission to the first module of First Instrument: Advanced.
• A minimum theoretical standard equivalent to Grade 5 of the external examining
bodies is required for admission to the first module of Music Theory, Analysis and
Aural Development.
• The capacity of the Department of Music may, in any given year, lead to a
limitation on the number of students that may be admitted.

Academic support:
Introduction
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and learning practices, curricula design, academic support, time-tabling and venue
availability.

or SI.


accordance with the approved rules. HoDs will where necessary identify remedial
actions and implement academic support initiatives.
DURATION
90
CURRICULUM(Full-time)
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental
Compulsory modules:
Jazz
and Politics in SA Term 2 MGSV111 6
Sub-total 108
Electives
Select modules to total a minimum of 120 and a maximum of 130 credits:
OR
91
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Any other music and/or non-music module(s)
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Sub-total 60
Select 24 credits from the following modules:
A Music Theory, Analysis and Aural
OR
Sub-total 84
Electives
In consultation with the Programme Leader, select a minimum of 36
additional music and/or non-music credits.
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Romanticism
Sub-total 60
A Music Theory, Analysis and Aural
92
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
OR
Sub-total 84
Electives
In consultation with the Programme Leader, select a minimum of 36
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society:
Modernism and Post-Modernism Semester 1 MGSV401 10
Music in History and Society: Medieval
and Renaissance Semester 2 MGSV402 10
Sub-total 60
Select at least 12 credits from the following modules:

Musicology Year MUSV400 10
Music in Film and Television: An
Introduction Term 3 MFTV312 6
Music in Film and Television: Selected MFTV322
Topics Term 4 6
Composition Year MCNV400 6
Sub-total 72
Electives
In consultation with the Programmer Leader, select a minimum of 48
Credits Fourth Year Minimum 120
Total Credits 480
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BACHELOR OF MUSIC
(INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES)
(NO NEW INTAKE)

SAQA ID: 87254

or music educator depending on the electives chosen for the Inter-disciplinary
curriculum. This curriculum for the Interdisciplinary BMus degree offers the student
the opportunity to major with Music and non-music modules. On completion of this
qualification, the student will have attained a comprehensive and systematic
knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of knowledge in the non-music field.
By this means the student will be contributing to the development of the sector. The
student will have a coherent and critical understanding of the theories and practices
in the field of music and an ability to conduct research and critique advanced
scholarship in a non-music field. The student will also be able to make sound
theoretical judgments based on evidence and have an ability to think critically within
the discipline.

will contribute to the personal development of the individual learner and to social and
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Curriculum 4: Inter-Disciplinary Studies

• Passes in Music Practical Grade 6 and Music Theory Grade 5.
STARUTORY AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Academic support:
Introduction:

availability.
95
or SI.


DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental
Compulsory modules:
Jazz
Music Theory, Analysis and Aural Semester 1 MTAV101 12
Development
Development
Sub-total 84
96
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Select either A or B:
A Introduction to Musicology Term 1 MUSV101 6
B Music Technology Semester 1 MTSV101 6
Sub-total 96
Non-Music modules 24
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Music and Popular Semester 1 MGSV201 10
Sub-total 72
Select a minimum of 12 credits from the following modules:
Development
Development
Sub-total 84
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Romanticism
97
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Sub-total 60
Select a minimum of 12 credits from the following modules:
Development
Development
Sub-total 72
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society: Modernism
and Post-Modernism Semester 1 MGSV401 10
Sub-total 60
Music in Film and Television: An Term 3 MFTV312 6
Introduction
Music in Film and Television: Selected Term 4 MFTV322 6
Topics
Sub-total 72
Exit-level Non-Music modules 60
Treatise Year MMTV400 60
Total Credits 480
98
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
(MUSIC EDUCATION)
(NO NEW INTAKE)

SAQA ID: 87254

or music educator depending on the electives and specialisation. Each curriculum for
the BMus degrees offered at Nelson Mandela University has a specific specialisation.
On completion of this qualification, the student will have attained a comprehensive
and systematic knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of knowledge in the
chosen area of specialisation. By this means the student will be contributing to the
development of the sector. The student will have a coherent and critical
understanding of the theories and practices in the field of music and an ability to
conduct research and critique advanced scholarship in the area of specialisation. The
student will also be able to make sound theoretical judgments based on evidence

99
Curriculum 1: Music Education

STAUTORY AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Academic support:
Introduction:

availability.
100
or SI.


DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental
Compulsory modules:
Jazz
Development
Development
101
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Sub-total 96

A Music Theory, Analysis and Aural Semester 1 MTAV201 12
Development
Development
OR
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
First Instrument
102
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Romanticism
Sub-total 84
Development
Development
OR
Sub-total 108
OR
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
103
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Sub-total 60
Introduction
Topics
Sub-total 72
Music Education
Method of Theoretical Subjects Semester 1 MTVV401 6
Method of Theoretical Subjects Semester 2 MTVV402 6
OR
Total Credits 480
104
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
(MUSIC TECHNOLOGY)
(NO NEW INTAKE)

SAQA ID: 87254

or music educator. Each curriculum for the BMus degrees offered at Nelson Mandela
University has a specific specialisation. On completion of this qualification, the
student will have attained a comprehensive and systematic knowledge base in the
field of music and a depth of knowledge in the chosen area of specialisation. By this
means the student will be contributing to the development of the sector. The student
will have a coherent and critical understanding of the theories and practices in the
field of music and an ability to conduct research and critique advanced scholarship
in the area of specialisation. The student will also be able to make sound theoretical
judgments based on evidence and have an ability to think critically within the
discipline.

will contribute to the personal development of the individual student and to social and
105
Curriculum 3: Music Technology


Academic support:
Introduction:

availability.

106
or SI.


DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental
Compulsory modules:
Jazz
Music in History and Society: Black
Jazz and Politics in SA Term 2 MGSV111 6
Development
Development
107
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Sub-total 108
OR
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Sub-total 84
Development
Development
OR
Sub-total 108
108
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
OR
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Classicism
Romanticism
Sub-total 100
Development
Development
OR
109
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society:
Modernism and Post-Modernism Semester 1 MGSV401 10
Sub-total 120
Introduction
Topics
Total Credits 480
BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMING ARTS

(NO NEW INTAKE)

SAQA ID: 87258

or music educator depending on the electives and specialisation. Each curriculum
for the BMus degrees offered at Nelson Mandela University has a specific
specialisation. On completion of this qualification, the student will have attained a
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comprehensive and systematic knowledge base in the field of music and a depth of
knowledge in the chosen area of specialisation. By this means the student will be
contributing to the development of the sector. The student will have a coherent and
critical understanding of the theories and practices in the field of music and an ability
to conduct research and critique advanced scholarship in the area of specialisation.
The student will also be able to make sound theoretical judgments based on evidence

Curriculum 2: Performing Arts


Academic support:
Introduction:
111

availability.

or SI.


DURATION
112
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental
Compulsory modules:
Jazz
Development
Development
Sub-total 108
OR
113
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
First Instrument: Performers Semester 1 MFPV211 22
Sub-total 76
Development
Development
OR
Sub-total 100
OR
Any other music and/or non-music
module(s)
114
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Third Year
Compulsory modules:
Music in History and Society; Classicism Semester 1 MGSV301 10
Romanticism
Sub-total 88
Development
Development
OR
Sub-total 112
OR
Fourth Year
Compulsory modules:
115
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Sub-total 92
Introduction
Topics
Sub-total 104

OR
Total Credits 480
BACHELOR OF MUSIC (SCHOOL MUSIC)

SAQA ID: 119200

• The overall purpose of the BMus programme is to produce professional musicians

who have the requisite skills and knowledge to function effectively in the
workplace, who possess the necessary critical thinking skills to be creative,
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innovative and adaptable in changing circumstances, and who have the ability to
apply these in selected, specialised contexts.
• The purpose of the BMus (School Music) is to develop students’ ability to critically
engage with theories of music education, and equip them to apply effective
teaching and learning strategies in the music classroom.
• NSC achievement rating of at least 40% for Mathematics or Technical
Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy.
• A minimum practical music standard equivalent to Grade 6 of the external
examining bodies for music is required for admission to the first module of First
Instrument: Advanced.
• A minimum standard in music theory equivalent to Grade 5 of the external
examining bodies for music is required for admission to the first module of Music
Theory, Analysis and Aural Development.
• Admission is subject to an audition in the applicant’s chosen First Instrument and
to a music theory entrance test.

Academic support:
Introduction:

117
availability.

or SI.


DURATION
CURRICULUM
Module Name Module Presented Credits
Code
First Year
COMPULSTORY MODULES:
First Instrument: Advanced MFPV100 Year 30
Music in History and Society MGSV121 Semester 1 15
Development MTAV111 Semester 1 10
Music Technology MTSV111 Semester 1 10
Sub-total 100
Select 20 credits
Choral Conducting MCCV100 Year 10
Or:
Instrumental Conducting MICV100 Year 10
Second Instrument: Advanced MSPV100 Year 10
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Or:
Second Instrument: Elementary MSPV110 Year 10
Second Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Music Education: GET MEGV200 Year 10
Drama in the Classroom MDRV200 Year 10
First-Year Non-Music Subject[1] +/- 24
SELECT GROUP A OR GROUP B
GROUP A
GROUP B
Jazz Theory and Aural Development MJTV211 Semester 1 10
Subtotal: 114
ELECTIVES:
Select one module
Orchestration MOVV200 Year 10
Third Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Second-year Non-Music Subject[2] +/- 40
SELECT GROUP A OR GROUP B
GROUP A
GROUP B
Jazz Theory and Aural Development Semester
MJTV311 1 10
Sub-total 110
ELECTIVES:
Select one module
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Or:
Fourth Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Method of Main Instrument MMIV211 Semester 1 10
Music Education: FET MEFV400 Year 20
Music Treatise MTRV400 Year 30
Credits Fourth Year 120
[1]
This subject must be selected in consultation with the programme leader. It must be a
subject offered in the FET band at high schools, for which a teaching methodology is offered
by the Faculty of Education in the PGCE. Choice is subject to timetable constraints.
[2]
This subject must be selected in consultation with the programme leader. It must be a
subject offered in the FET band at high schools, for which a teaching methodology is offered
by the Faculty of Education in the PGCE. Choice is subject to timetable constraints.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC (PERFORMING ARTS)

SAQA ID: 119200

• The purpose of the BMus (Performing Arts) is to equip students with the ability to
work as performing artists in a creative environment, and to develop the ability to
critically engage with relevant conventions of performance practice.
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• An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics
requires a minimum Applicant Score of 350.
• Admission is subject to an audition in the applicant’s chosen First Instrument
and to a music theory entrance test.

Academic support:
Introduction:

availability.
121

or SI.


DURATION
CURRICULUM
Code
First Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Music Theory, Analysis and Aural MTAV111 Semester 1 10

Development
Development
Sub-total: 100
122
ELECTIVES:
Select modules to total a minimum of 120 credits for the year:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1 Non-Music Modules[1]
Credits First Year

Minimum 120
Second Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
First Instrument: Performers MFPV220 Year 50
For Performing Arts in Western Classical

Music:
Development
Development
For Performing Arts in

Jazz/Contemporary Music:
123
Sub-total: 90 -110
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1 or 2 Non-Music Modules[2]
Credits Second Year

Minimum 120
Third Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:

Music:
Development
Development
124

Sub-total: 90 –
110
ELECTIVES:
Method of Main Instrument

MMIV311 Semester 1 10
Method of Main Instrument Semester 2
MMIV312 10
Either:
Choral Conducting
MCCV300 Year 10
Or:
Instrumental Conducting
MICV300 Year 10
Either:
Second Instrument: Advanced

MSPV300 Year 10
Or:
Second Instrument: Elementary

MSPV310 Year 10
[3]
Year 1, 2 or 3 Non-Music Modules
Credits Third Year

Minimum 120
Fourth Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:

Music:
125
Method of Main Instrument MMIV400 Year 10

Composition MCNV400 Year 10
Sub-total 100
ELECTIVES:
Musicology MUSV410 Year 10
Interdisciplinary Theory and Analysis: Music MFTV412 Semester 2 10

in Film
Either:
Or:
Credits Fourth Year

Minimum 120
[1][1]
These modules must be selected in consultation with the programme leader.
Choice is subject to timetable constraints.
[2] These modules must be selected in consultation with the programme leader.
Choice is subject to timetable constraints

BACHELOR OF MUSIC (MUSIC TECHNOLOGY)

SAQA ID: 119200

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• The purpose of the BMus (Music Technology) is to broadly engage the
intersection of Art and Science in Music, and specifically to equip learners to
effectively exploit the tools of digital audio, including the modern digital recording
studio, in support of their music production, performance, research and pedagogy.

Academic support:
Introduction:

127
availability.

or SI.


DURATION
CURRICULUM
Code
First Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Development
Development
128
Electives: 100
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1 Non-Music Modules[1]
Second Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Select at least 20 credits from the
following modules:
Either:
Development
Development
129
And/Or:
Subtotal: 110 –
130
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Third Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
130
Select at least 20 credits from the
following modules:
Either:
Development
Development
And/Or:
Sub-total: 110 –
130
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Fourth Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Music Technology: Portfolio MTSV4P1 Semester 1 10
131
Music Technology: Portfolio MTSV4P2 Semester 2 10
[1]
These modules must be selected in consultation with the programme leader.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC (GENERAL)

SAQA ID: 119200

• The purpose of the BMus (General) is to provide students the opportunity to cover
a diverse range of musical skills and knowledge literacies, rather than to present
a focused specialisation on any one of these. It also allows for the selection of
non-music elective courses that foster exposure to a general humanities
education in order to encourage vertical articulation to postgraduate work wherein
music engages in interdisciplinary discursive contexts
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Academic support:
Introduction:

availability.

or SI.

133

DURATION
CURRICULUM
Code
First Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Sub-total: 100
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1 Non-Music Modules [1]
Second Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
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Either:
And/Or:
Sub-total: 70 – 90
ELECTIVES:
Music Education: GET MEGV200 Year 10
Drama in the Classroom MDRV200 Year 10
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1 or 2 Non-Music Modules[2]
Third Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Select at least 20 credits from the following
modules:
Either:
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And/Or:
Sub-total: 70-90
ELECTIVES:
Either:
Or:
Either:
Or:
Year 1, 2 or 3 Non-Music Modules[3]
Fourth Year
COMPULSORY MODULES:
Sub-total 60
ELECTIVES:
Select modules to total a minimum of 120 credits for the year
Musicology MUSV410 Year 10
Interdisciplinary Theory and Analysis: Music
in Film MFTV412 Semester 2 10
Method of Main Instrument MMIV400 Year 10
Music Education: FET MEFV400 Year 20
Either:
Or:
Year 1, 2 or 3 Non-Music Modules
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[3][3] These modules must be selected in consultation with the programme leader.
Choice is subject to timetable constraints.
BACHELOR OF VISUAL ARTS

SAQA ID: 93884

The Bachelor of Visual Arts comprises four separate discipline streams that share a
generic first year. These streams are accessed from the second year of the BVA.
They are:
• Fashion and Textiles
• Fine Art
• Graphic Design
• Photography
• Admission is subject to Departmental selection.
• Qualifying applicants will be required to prepare a prescribed portfolio, undertake
an interview with the Department’s staff as well as a discussion of the portfolio,
and complete a placement assessment.
Progression into the second-year streams of Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic
Design or Photography:
As indicated above opportunity for selection into the specialisation streams of
Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic Design or Photography happens at the
end of the first year of study. As the School has limited capacity to accommodate the
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various disciplines, this implies that, should the number of applicants exceed
capacity, a selection procedure based on creative merit must be applied. Only after
successfully completing all compulsory modules in the first year of the BVA degree,
are students considered for placement into these streams.
The final placement procedure into the streams takes place at the end of the
academic year and is based on the following criteria:
• The student will be requested to indicate two choices of preferred specialisation
at second-year level.
• The student must attend an interview with a panel of subject specialist lecturers,
together with the relevant Head of Department.
• The student must submit a portfolio of relevant work appropriate to his/her
proposed study field, for consideration at the said interview(s).
• The student may be required to complete a challenge test. This may be a written
challenge, on a given topic, conducted under controlled conditions; or the
production of a creative visual output, according to a prescribed brief, that shows
process evidence of the student’s creative ability.
• During the interview process, students are counselled as to the specialisation
most suited to their abilities, and are subsequently offered a place in a suitable
alternative field of study according to available capacity.
Departments reserve the right to accept only those students who display the
appropriate aptitude for the intended field of study. Students have the right to appeal
the placement offered through appropriate channels. All placements made as a result
of the abovementioned interview process must be deemed to be provisional.
Applicants will be informed of the result/s of their interviews once all the sets of
interviews have been completed and the panels have completed their deliberations.
Admission remains conditional until confirmed after the publication of the official first-
year results.

Class attendance and minimum requirements for test and project submission:
80% attendance is compulsory and non-negotiable. Students must write a minimum
of 80% of all theory tests and submit at least 80% of all practical assignments/projects
(medical certificates will only be taken into account for the other 20%).
Upon successful completion of the BVA, the student will be awarded the degree
Bachelor of Visual Arts with endorsement in the Specialist stream.
DURATION
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Fundamental modules:
2-D Studies Year KDS110 30
3-D Studies Year KTD110 30
Visualisation Techniques 1 Year KVT110 24
Visual Studies 1 Year KVS110 12
Communication 1 Year KCO110 12
Electives: select one of the following modules:
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (a) Semester 1 LMCV105 10
And
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Culture (b) Semester 2 LMCV106 10
Or other module recommended as relevant
Second Year
Core modules:
Interdisciplinary Studies II Year KIS210 12
Visual Studies II Year KVS210 18
One of the following four discipline streams of major modules:
Stream 1: Fashion and Textiles
Fashion and Textile Visualisation Techniques Year
KVT210 24
II
Fashion and Textile Design IIa Semester 1 KFT201 30
And one of:
Fashion and Textile Design IIb Semester 2 KFT202 30
Fashion Design IIb Semester 2 KFD202 30
Stream 2: Fine Art
Drawing II Year KDR210 24
Select one of the following 1st Semester modules:
Painting II Semester 1 KAP201 30
Sculpture II Semester 1 KAJ201 30
Select one of the following 2nd Semester modules:
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Ceramics II Semester 2 KCC202 30
Glass II Semester 2 KGG202 30
Printmaking II Semester 2 KAL202 30
Stream 3: Graphic Design
Graphic Design Visualisation Techniques II Year KGD210 24
Communication Design II Year KCD210 60
Stream 4: Photography
Photographic Visualisation Techniques II Year KPV210 24
Photography II Year KPP210 60
Electives (select one of):Fundamental modules:
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (a) * Semester 1 LMCV210 10
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society (b) * Semester 2 LMCV211 10
Philosophical Practice: Philosophy through Semester2 SFV223
10
Film
Introduction to Organisational Behaviour Semester 2 EZZV102 12
*LMCV105 and LMCV106 is a pre-requisite.
Third Year
Core modules:
Interdisciplinary Studies III Year KIS310 18
Visual Studies III Year KVS310 18
Based on the discipline direction followed in the second year, one of the
following four streams of major modules:
Stream 1: Fashion and Textiles
Fashion and Textile Visualisation Techniques Year KVT310
18
III
And one of:
Fashion Design III Year KFD310 60
or
Fashion and Textile Design III Year KFT310 60
Stream 2: Fine Art
Drawing III Year KDR310 18
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Select one module based on one of the specialist directions taken in the
second year:
Ceramics III Year KCC310 60
Glass III Year KGG310 60
Painting III Year KAP310 60
Printmaking III Year KAL310 60
Sculpture III Year KAJ310 60
Stream 3: Graphic Design
Graphic Design Visualisation Techniques III Year KGD310 18
Communication Design III Year KCD310 60
Stream 4: Photography
Photographic Visualisation Techniques III Year KPV310 18
Photography III Year KPP310 60
Electives (select one module):
Cultural Studies: Contemporary Society * Semester 1 LMCV309 15
Philosophy and the Ethos: Ethics Semester 1 SFV321 15
Philosophy and the Ethos: Nature Semester 1 SFV322 15
Philosophy and the Ethos: Self Semester 2 SFV323 15
Philosophy and the Ethos: Society Semester 2 SFV324 15
Total Credits 373
*LMCV210 and LMCV211 is a pre-requisite.
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BACHELOR OF HONOURS DEGREES
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS

(AFRIKAANS AND DUTCH)

SAQA ID 115164

• The holders of a relevant Bachelor’s degree from the University or holders of
other qualifications approved by Senate, or candidates who have passed the
examinations on the grounds that they will be awarded a Bachelor’s degree by
the University or on the grounds that the required status may later be granted to
them, may be accepted as candidates for Honours degrees.
• Additional requirements relating to the level of competence achieved for the
Bachelor’s degree may be stipulated in the Faculty Rules. Senate may, with the
approval of Council, determine the minimum number of new students who must
register for a programme/module for it to be offered.
• A Bachelor's degree with at least a 60% average for Afrikaans and Dutch at
third-year level.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over one year of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Treatise Semester 2 LAR402 30
Select three of the following modules:
Dutch Poetry Semester 1 LAD401 30
Afrikaans Prose Semester 1 LAA401 30
Theory of Literature Semester 1 LAT401 30
Comparative Literature Semester 2 LAV402 30
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Child and Youth Literature Semester 2 LAC402 30
Afrikaans Poetry Semester 2 LAP402 30
Dutch Prose Year LAD400 30
Oral Tradition Year LAO400 30
SA Drama Semester 2 LAS402 30
Semester 1 or
Variation Linguistic LAV411 30
Semester 2
Semantics Semester 1 LAS401 30
Lexicography Semester 2 LAV412 30
Pragmatics Semester 2 LAP412 30
Total Credits 120
Note: Modules to be selected in consultation with the Programme Leader.
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN ANTHROPOLOGY

SAQA ID: 108854

The purpose of the proposed Anthropology Honours programme is to equip students

with the skills needed to engage in higher level research activities as prerequisites
for an MA (research) Anthropology degree. Students, who exit the university with an
Anthropology Honours degree, may find employment as entry-level research
assistants in a variety of areas specific to social research studies or consultative work
within the health sector, business organizations, heritage, conservation, and tourism
or community development.
Skills and knowledge developed in the undergraduate social sciences degrees will
be built upon through a consolidation of theoretical knowledge and practical research.
Students will examine research in praxis through participation in the relevant
theoretical modules and research project. Exploring the roles of the Anthropologist,
BA Honours in Anthropology students will further develop their understanding of the
application of Anthropological theory and method. By applying Anthropological
techniques in specialized focal areas chosen by the student for the research project,
knowledge of both research methods and ethical practice will be deepened.
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The proposed curriculum aims to deepen students’ knowledge of research skills and
models and theoretical underpinnings of Anthropology gained in their undergraduate
Anthropology majors. The BA Honours Programme in Anthropology will provide
students with a balance between theoretical knowledge, specific Anthropological
research techniques and the practice of theoretical knowledge and techniques in
research project development. Such a balance enables students to develop
engagement in reflection and critique of socio-cultural processes.
• A relevant Bachelor of Arts social science degree with an average of 60% in
Anthropology or a cognate discipline, as approved by the Department.
• Students who have a BA undergraduate degree and ¾ of the undergraduate
Anthropology modules as electives will be considered for acceptance into the BA
Anthropology Honours degree subject to having a minimum of 60% entry average
in Anthropology modules and degree average.
• Prospective BA Anthropology Honours students should have a 60% average at
NQF level 7.
• Students who do not possess a degree but wish to be admitted to the programme
based on recognition of prior learning may be given recognition in terms of the
NMU RPL policy.
• Admission is subject to departmental selection. Subject to the receipt of all
the documentation required in the application process.
RE-ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students, who have not completed the degree after two years, must apply for re-
admission to the studies for the degree. Should such students be re-admitted, the
retention of credits already obtained towards the degree shall be subject to
departmental approval.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
The Study of Different Schools of Thought in Semester 1 SAV401 20
Anthropology
Research Methodology Semester 1 SAV411 20
Applied Anthropology Semester 2 SAV402 20
Research Project Year SAV410 40
Electives: Select one of the following modules:
African Ethnography in Anthropology Semester 2 SAV412 20
Urban Anthropology Semester 1 SAV421 20
Total Credits 120
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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN APPLIED
LANGUAGE STUDIES

SAQA ID 115168

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree from the University or other qualification/s
approved by Senate.
• Candidates who have passed the examinations on the grounds that they will be
awarded a Bachelor’s degree by the University or on the grounds that the
required status may later be granted to them, may be accepted as candidates
for Honours degrees.
Bachelor’s degree may be stipulated in the Faculty rules. Senate may, with the
• A Bachelor's degree with at least one language major plus fluency and/or
satisfactory results in another language at an undergraduate level. At the
University's discretion, prior learning and experience in relevant areas, such as
in the case of practising translators, teachers or lexicographers, will be
recognised.

The offering of any module in a given year depends on student enrolment
numbers. Not all the modules will be on offer in any given year and prospective
students must consult with the Programme Leader in this regard.
One of the core modules at level 8 may, in consultation with the Programme Leader,
be substituted for LTTV410 (Capita Selecta) in another programme. The elective
module LTTV402 (listed below) may likewise be substituted for such a core module.
DURATION
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
General Linguistics Semester 1 LTTV401 12
Introduction to Applied Linguistics Semester 1 LTTV411 12
Sub-total 24
Select one of the following groups:
A Language Acquisition, Learning and Teaching
Proposal Writing for Applied Linguists Semester 1 LTTV420 6
Research Paper in Applied Linguistics Year LTTV400 30
Multilingualism in Applied Context Semester 2 LTTV402 30
Capita Selecta Year LTTV410 30
Language Acquisition and Learning Semester 1 LTTV421 30
Modules and Practices of Language Semester 2
LTTV422 30
Learning
B Language Planning and Language Policy
Research Paper on Language Planning Year LTTV440 30
Language Planning and Language Policy Year LTTV450 30
C Translation
Research Paper on Translation Semester 2 LTTV412 30
Theory of Translation Semester 1 LTTV431 30
Practical Translation Semester 2 LTTV432 30
D Lexicography and Corpus Linguistics
Research Paper on Lexicography Year LTTV460 30
Electives:
Introduction to Lexicology and Year LTTV470 30
Lexicography
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
E Conference Interpreting
Models in Interpreting Year LALV450 30
Coping Tactics in Interpreting Year LALV430 30
Practical Conference Interpreting Year LALV440 36
F Creative Writing
The Interface between the Written and the Year LSAV400 25
Oral
Creative Writing Course* Year LSAV450 25
Creative Writing Portfolio Year LSAV430 25
Identity and Literature Year LSAV440 25
Literary Translation Year LSAV420 25
*Students who choose the Creative Writing module, will hand in a
portfolio of 25 pages of own creative written work instead of a Research
Paper.
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN CORPORATE

COMMUNICATION

SAQA ID: 83146
Total NQF Credits for qualification: 120/125

• Potential students must be in possession of a Bachelor's degree, with
Communication and/or Public Relations as a major subject and learning in the
relevant specialisation field with an average of 60% at NQF level 7.
• Students who do not possess a degree but wish to be admitted to the
programme on the basis of recognition of prior learning may be given recognition
in terms of the Nelson Mandela University RPL policy.
• A maximum of 20 candidates will be admitted per year pursuant to meeting the
minimum requirements for entry into the programme.
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DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Full-time
Compulsory modules:
Media Research Methodology Semester 1 LMC401 20
Treatise Semester 2 LMC425 30
Corporate Communication Semester 1 LMC428 25
Sub-total 75
Select a minimum of 45 credits:
Communication Studies Semester 2 LMC429 25
Brand Communication Semester 2 LMC430 25
Critical Approaches to Media Design Semester 1 LMC417 25
New Media Cultures Semester 2 LMC419 25
Internship and Work-based Learning Year LMC403* 20
Total Credits Minimum 120/125
Subject to the approval of the programme leader, a maximum of two elective
modules other than those specified will be credited if they are consistent with the
overall purpose of the programme.
*Module not offered in 2022
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN ENGLISH

Offering: Full-time South Campus (A1) OR
Part-time South Campus (A2)
SAQA ID: 110818

The BA Honours in English aims to fulfil the following requirements of English

Studies. Graduates will be equipped to:
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Construct and continue elaborating on a firm knowledge base concerning a range of
imaginative writing, literary genres and milieus, by utilising appropriate critical theory
in order to expand their understanding of the complexity of human society.
Implement and develop research skills in close and careful reading, thinking critically
and creatively about meanings, gauging the value of ideas independently, assessing
the applicability of ideas to contemporary and local contexts, and formulating
coherent logical arguments in response to current literary and theoretical debates for
use in forums and submission to journals. These essential skills are vital in an
environment where flexible, innovative thinking and the ability to learn are as
important as producing a “cutting edge” knowledge base.
Become independent, critical and creative thinkers who actively contribute to local
communities, and broader national and international contexts.
No person shall be considered for registration for the Bachelor of Arts Honours in
English Literature degree unless he/she holds a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum
pass of 60% for English Literature at NQF Level 7 (third-year level), or unless
otherwise determined by the Head of Department.
Students who wish to be admitted to the programme on the basis of recognition of

prior learning may be given recognition in terms of the NMMU RPL policy.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over one year of full-time or two years of part-time
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Honours Research Treatise Year LEV400 30
South African Writing and Reception Semester 1 LEV402 25
African Literature Semester 2 LEV422 25
Gender and Writing Semester 1 LEV411 25
Modernity and Literature Semester 2 LEV421 25
Total Credits 130
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CURRICULUM (Part-time)
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
African Literature Semester 2 LEV422 25
Gender and Writing Semester 1 LEV411 25
Modernity and Literature Semester 2 LEV421 25
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Honours Research Treatise Year LEV400 30
South African Writing and Reception Semester 1 LEV402 25
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN FRENCH

SAQA ID: 115169

• A Bachelor's degree with a 60% pass in French 3 is required.
DURATION
150
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Treatise Year TFXV400 30
Elective modules
Select four of the following modules:
French Linguistics Semester 1 TFPV401 24
Theory of Literature Semester 2 TFQV402 25
Old French and Literature of Middle Ages Semester 1 TFRV401 25
th
16 Century Literature Semester 2 TFSV402 25
th
20 Century Literature Semester 1 TFTV401 25
African Literature in French Semester 2 TFUV402 25
Author or Topic Semester 2 TFVV401 25
Add period Semester 2 TFWV402 25
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN HISTORY

SAQA ID 105183

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree from the University or other qualification/s
approved by Senate.
awarded a Bachelor’s degree by the University, or on the grounds that the
required status may later be granted to them, may be accepted as candidates
for Honours degrees. Senate may, with the approval of Council, determine the
minimum number of new students who must register for a qualification/module
for it to be offered.
• A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum pass of 60% in History on third-year level
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DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Full-time and Part-time
Compulsory core modules:
Historiography/Philosophy of History Semester 1 SSH401 25
Research Methodology Semester 2 SSH412 25
Research Project Year SSH410 30
Electives: Select two of following modules:
Themes from 20th Century SA History Semester 2 SSH422 25
Themes from History of Africa Semester 2 SSH432 25
Themes from 20th Century World History Semester 2 SSH442 25
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN ISIXHOSA

SAQA ID 115169

• A Bachelor's degree with isiXhosa as a major is required.
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DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Full-time
Compulsory module:
Treatise Year LXRV400 30
Select four of the following modules:
Phonology Semester 1 LXQV401 25
Syntax Semester 2 LXRV402 25
Semantics Semester 1 LXUV401 25
Morphology Semester 1 LXVV401 25
Sociolinguistics Semester 2 LXSV402 25
Oral Literature Semester 2 LXTV402 25
Modern Prose Semester 1 LXPV401 25
Modern Drama Semester 2 LXDV402 25
Modern Poetry Semester 2 LXZV402 25
Literary Theory Semester 1 LXLV401 25
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN MEDIA STUDIES

SAQA ID: 81946

• Potential students must be in possession of a Bachelor's degree, with Media
Studies as a major subject and learning in the relevant specialisation field with
an average of 60% at NQF level 7.
programme on the basis of recognition of prior learning may be given recognition
in terms of the Nelson Mandela University RPL policy.
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• A maximum of 20 candidates will be admitted on merit, pursuant to meeting the
minimum requirements for entry into the programme.
• Subject to the approval of the programme leader a maximum of two elective
modules other than those specified will be credited if they are consistent with
the overall purpose of the programme.

Subject to the approval of the programme leader a maximum of two elective modules
other than those specified will be credited if they are consistent with the overall
purpose of the programme.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Time
Compulsory modules:
Media Research Methodology Semester 1 LMC401 20
Treatise Semester 2 LMC425 30
Sub-total 50
Critical Approaches to Media Design Semester 1 LMC417 25
Moving Image Production and Reception Semester 1 LMC418 25
New Media Cultures Semester 2 LMC419 25
Cinema and Transgression Semester 1 LMC420 25
Southern African Cinema Semester 1 LMC423 25
Culture, Philosophy and the Environment Semester 2 LMC424 25
African Media Contexts Semester 2 LMC427 25
Subject to the approval of the programme leader, a maximum of two elective
modules other than those specified will be credited if they are consistent with the
overall purpose of the programme.
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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN PHILOSOPHY

SAQA ID: 101567

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree, with at least 60% scored in two third-year level
Philosophy modules, and at least 60% scored in two cognate, theoretically-rich
modules approved by the programme coordinator.
awarded a relevant Bachelor’s degree by the University or on the grounds that
the required status may later be granted to them, may be accepted as
candidates for Honours degrees.
Bachelor’s degree may be stipulated in the Faculty rules.

Subject to the approval of the programme leader, an elective module other than those
recommended will be credited if it is consistent with the overall purpose of the
programme.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Full-time
Fundamental modules:
Philosophical Research in a Complexity Semester 1 SF421 25
Paradigm
Great Philosophical Texts Semester 1 SF422 25
Poststructuralist Philosophy Semester 2 SF423 25
Philosophical Treatise Year SF424 30
Electives (select one):
Cinema and Transgression Semester 1 LMC420 25
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Culture, Philosophy and the Environment Semester 2 LMC424 25
BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN POLITICAL AND

CONFLICT STUDIES

SAQA ID: 109290

The curriculum of the BA Hons in Political and Conflict Studies seeks to create a
sound foundation for critical academic citizenship through offering different modules
that promote the holistic development of future scholars by focusing on key
knowledge areas, applied knowledge and skills transfer to allow students to think
about real-world problems in an abstract way. This qualification creates a distinctive
knowledge paradigm needed to grow future scholars that transcend traditional
specialism with the more holistic focus needed to deal with the political challenges of
the 21st century. This qualification facilitates teaching and learning in additional
scarce skills such as social cohesion, international relations, peace-keeping, and
democracy development.
The proposed curriculum consists of core modules, and three possible electives. The
selection of core and electives depends on the particular focus area of specialization.
All modules in this programme contribute in an integrated fashion towards the
following purposes:
• The programme produces an interdisciplinary graduate with a knowledge base
in political studies, conflict, and international relations. With an interdisciplinary
knowledge base, graduates will have the ability to draw of diverse theoretical
paradigms in order to conceptualise real world problems in an abstract way. This
will include drawing on cognitive political theory, political sociology, conflict
management and transformation, and global politics theoretical frames to
analyse contemporary socio-political and socio-economic problems with the aim
of adding to the body of knowledge in advancing sustainable solutions to
contemporary global problems.
• Social sciences have a key role to play in addressing contemporary global,
regional, and local challenges. This role, however, is also contingent upon
pursuing interdisciplinary research to facilitate the advancement of new
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knowledge, approaches, and insights in analysis of contemporary political
phenomena. With an interdisciplinary theoretical frame, graduates will be able
to use creative research methodologies in advancing their research with an
interdisciplinary vantage point.
• A relevant Bachelor’s degree, with an average of 65% scored at third year.
awarded a relevant Bachelor’s degree by the University or on the grounds that
the required status may later be granted to them, may be accepted as candidates
for Honours degrees.
Bachelor’s degree may be stipulated in the Faculty rules.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Full-time
Compulsory modules:
Theories and Concepts in Political Semester 1 20
Science SLCV400
International Politics Semester 1 SLCV401 20
Conflict and World Politics Semester 1 SLCW402 20
Research Methodology Semester 1 SLVV400 20
Research Report Year SLPV400 30
Select one elective
Political Dynamics Semester 2 SLRV401 20
Conflict and Conflict resolution Semester 2 SLUV402 20
International Political Economy Semester 2 SLPV401 20
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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS IN PUBLIC
ADMINISTRATION

SAQA ID 105250

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree from the University or other qualification/s approved
by Senate.
awarded a Bachelor’s degree by the University or on the grounds that the required
status may later be granted to them, may be accepted as candidates for Honours
degrees. Senate may, with the approval of Council, determine the minimum
number of new students who must register for a qualification/module for it to be
offered.
• A Bachelor's degree with a minimum pass of 60% in Public Administration is
required.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Compulsory modules:
Research Theory and Application Year SSA410 20
Advanced Administrative Theories Semester 1 SOA451 30
Advanced Financial Administration Semester 2 SOA432 20
Advanced Personnel Administration Semester 1 SOA461 20
Research Paper Year SOA450 30
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BACHELOR OF ARTS HONOURS
(SOCIOLOGY)

SAQA ID: 1055726

The purpose of the programme is to implement and develop sociological skills and
knowledge concerning the social construction of reality and social dynamics in a
way that acknowledges the complexity of our globalizing world. Particular emphasis
will be placed on inequality, social conflict, health, gender and labour issues.
• A Relevant Bachelor's degree with a minimum pass of 60% in Sociology or a
cognate discipline, as approved by the Department.
• Students who have a BA undergraduate degree and ¾ of the undergraduate
Sociology modules as electives will be considered for acceptance into the BA
Anthropology Honours degree subject to having a minimum of 60% entry
average in Sociology modules and undergraduate degree average.
• For the programme to be offered a minimum of ten and a maximum of fifteen
registered students is required.
• Senate may, with the approval of Council, determine the minimum number of
new students who must register for a qualification for it to be offered.
• Prospective BA Sociology Honours students should have a 60% average at
NQF level 7.
programme based on recognition of prior learning may be given recognition in
terms of the NMU RPL policy.
DURATION
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Compulsory modules:
Research Project Year SSQV400 40
Social Theory Semester 1 SSTV401 20
Advanced Social Research Semester 1 SSRV400 20
Gender and Labour Studies Semester 2 SSWV402 20
Select one module:
Human Rights and Social Justice Semester 2 SSHV401 20
Sociology of Health Semester 2 SSEV402 20
BACHELOR OF VISUAL ARTS HONOURS

Offering: Full-time North Campus (01)
SAQA ID: 105728

Graduates exit the programme trained according to the ideals of best practice within
a chosen visual Arts discipline. This is synchronous with the need to achieve high
levels of creative, conceptual and technical proficiency in the visual and design Arts
and reinforces professionalism in creative and business practice. A key tennet of the
learning resides in stimulating personal growth through practicing analytical, critical,
reflective and problem-solving skills. Further to this is the intent to develop the
student’s world view such that there is a deeper understanding of the role the visual
art and design disciplines have in influencing society. Contributing to the pool of
suitably skilled, and creative, art and design graduates in South Africa in the areas of
fashion and textile design, fine art, graphic design, photography and hybrid visual
Arts disciplines is synergistic with the importance placed on the entrepreneurial
element of the programme. A significant aspect of the programme is the formal
engagement to develop a culture of research within the visual and design Arts that
will contribute to the production of new knowledge and the growth of postgraduate
studies.
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Bachelor of Visual Arts Degree or equivalent qualification or proof of attainment of an
adequate level of competence via the rules relating to Recognition of Prior Learning
(RPL) Policy.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
The final placement procedure for entrance takes place at the end of the academic
year and is based on the following criteria:
• The student must attend an interview and submit a portfolio of relevant, or
required work, appropriate to their discipline
• The student must pass all modules in the Bachelor of Visual Arts Degree.
• At least 65% in Visual Studies III (KVS310) and at least 65% in each Studio Major
III module in the Fashion and Textiles, Fine Art, Graphic Design or Photography
streams, is mandatory.
• In addition, students who have majored in Fine Arts must attain a 65% pass mark
in Drawing III (KDR310).
• Students may be required to complete a challenge test in order to finalise the
selection process.
• Upon acceptance students may only register for the discipline stream that is a
continuation of their first degree.

Class attendance and minimum requirements for test and project submission:
80% attendance is compulsory and non-negotiable. Students must write a minimum
of 80% of all theory tests and submit at least 80% of all practical assignments/projects
(medical certificates will only be taken into account for the other 20%).
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over at least one year of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory Fundamental modules:
Visual Arts Professional Practice IV Year KIS410 12
Art, Design and Culture IV Year KVS410 18
Research Methodology: Art and Design IV Year KRA410 12
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Select one of the following four streams of major modules based on the
undergraduate specialist discipline:
Stream 1:
One of:
Fashion Design: Studio Practice IV Year KFD410 30
Textile Design: Studio Practice IV Year KTD410 30
Fashion and Textile Design: Studio Practice IV Year KFT410 30
One of:
Fashion Design: Studio Research IV Year KFD420 48
Textile Design: Studio Research IV Year KTD420 48
Fashion and Textile Design: Studio Research Year
KFT420 48
IV
Stream 2:
One of:
Ceramics: Studio Practice IV Year KCC410 30
Drawing: Studio Practice IV Year KDR410 30
Glass: Studio Practice IV Year KGG410 30
Painting: Studio Practice IV Year KAP410 30
Printmaking: Studio Practice IV Year KAL410 30
Sculpture: Studio Practice IV Year KAJ410 30
One of:
Ceramics: Studio Research IV Year KCC420 48
Drawing: Studio Research IV Year KDR420 48
Glass: Studio Research IV Year KGG420 48
Painting: Studio Research IV Year KAP420 48
Printmaking: Studio Research IV Year KAL420 48
Sculpture: Studio Research IV Year KAJ420 48
Stream 3:
Communication Design: Studio Practice IV Year KGD410 30
Communication Design: Studio Research IV Year KGD420 48
Stream 4:
Photography: Studio Practice IV Year KSP410 30
Photography: Studio Research IV Year KSR420 48
Total Credits 120
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MASTERS DEGREES
MASTER OF ARTS
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167

Unless stipulated otherwise hereinafter, or unless the context indicates otherwise,

the general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Masters' degrees.
• Applicants must have an Honours Degree or four year professional Bachelor’s Degree with
a minimum average of 65%.
• Holders of an appropriate Honours or four-year professional bachelor’s degree with an
average pass of between 60% and 64% may be considered for admission into the
programme following an internal academic assessment process that may lead to
permission for deviation.
• Holders of other qualifications or programmes approved by Senate may be accepted.
• Apart from the general admission requirements, a student may be required to fulfil further
requirements, e.g. supplementary work or an oral/written examination as pre-scribed by
Senate.
• An application for a postgraduate qualification or programme may, after selection by the

Head of Department or Director of School, in consultation with the relevant Postgraduate
Studies Coordinator, and ratification by the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee, be
processed by the Postgraduate Admissions Office.

• An application for registration as a student for a postgraduate research
qualification may, after approval by the Head of Department or Director of School,
be processed by prospective student via the online registration system.
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• Where applicable, a candidate must submit a research proposal for approval by
the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee within the prescribed minimum
period as stipulated in the postgraduate research policy. Once such approval has
been obtained, an official research project is registered by the Manager: Faculty
Administration.
• Unless the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee decides otherwise, no
candidate will be allowed to continue with his/her studies if a research project has
not been registered within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in the
postgraduate research policy.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Afrikaans and Dutch
Research project and dissertation Year LANV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(ANTHROPOLOGY)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


the general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Masters’ degrees.
• A relevant Honours degree in Anthropology with a minimum average of 60% in
their major and 60% overall average or any other relevant field in the Social
Sciences.
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awarded the relevant degree by the University or on the grounds that the required
status may later be granted to them, or who have in any other manner (e.g. RPL)
attained a level of competence, which in Senate’s opinion is adequate for the
purpose of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be
accepted as candidates for the relevant degree. For more information Refer to
the Prospectus on section 3.2 General admission requirements (Postgraduate)
• Apart from the general admission requirements, a candidate may be required to
fulfil further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or work in progress concept
note (Mini proposal)
• Admission is subject to departmental selection.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Anthropology
Research project and dissertation Year SAV500 180
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MASTER OF ARTS
(APPLIED LANGUAGE STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


• Holders of an appropriate Honours or four year professional bachelor’s degree with a
minimum average of 65% is required. A 65% pass for the honours treatise is also
recommended.
• Holders of other qualifications or programmes approved by Senate, may be accepted as
students for the relevant degree.
Senate.
• Applicants wishing to pursue the master’s by dissertation are required, as part of the
application process, to provide a broad outline of proposed area of research as per the
postgraduate prospectus or research application requirements.

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Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Applied Language Studies
Research project and dissertation Year LARV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS IN CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION

AND MANAGEMENT
(COURSEWORK AND RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 98790


• Any Bachelor’s Honours degree or equivalent.
awarded the relevant degree by the University or on the grounds that the
required status may later be granted to them, or who have in any other manner
(e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence, which in Senate’s opinion is adequate
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for the purpose of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may
be accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over two years of full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Theories and Approaches to Conflict Semester 1 SLC531 20
Conflict Processes Semester 1 SLC541 20
Advanced Conflict Resolution and Semester 2
SLC522 20
Management
Conflict Types Semester 2 SLC532 20
Treatise Year SLC530 80
Total Credits 180
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Theories and Approaches to Conflict Semester 1 SLC531 20
Conflict Processes Semester 1 SLC541 20
Advanced Conflict Resolution and Semester 2
SLC522 20
Management
Conflict Types Semester 2 SLC532 20
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
Total credits 100
Second year
Treatise Year SLC530 80

Total Credits 180
A treatise topic will be determined in consultation with the Programme Leader.
MASTER OF ARTS
(CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION AND MANAGEMENT)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


• Holders of an appropriate Honours or four year professional bachelor’s degree (in
the case of master's studies) and the holders of a recognised master’s degree (in
the case of doctoral studies) or the holders of other qualifications or programmes
approved by Senate, may be accepted as students for the relevant degree.
• Students who have passed the examinations on the grounds of which they will be
awarded the relevant degree by a University or on the grounds on which the
(e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence which in Senate’s opinion is adequate
for the purpose of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be
accepted as students for the relevant degree.
• Apart from the general admission requirements, a student may be required to fulfil
further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or an oral/written examination as
prescribed by Senate.
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• Applicants wishing to pursue either a master’s by dissertation or doctoral studies
are required, as part of the application process, to provide a broad outline of
proposed area of research as per each entities postgraduate prospectus or
research application requirements.
• Applicants wishing to pursue a coursework master’s will receive guidance from the
assigned postgraduate programme co-ordinator with regard to the choice of a
research topic to fulfil the requirements for the treatise component of their chosen
degree programme.
• An application for a postgraduate qualification or programme may, after selection
by the Head of Department or Director of School, in consultation with the relevant
Postgraduate Studies Coordinator, and ratification by the Faculty Postgraduate
Studies Committee, be processed by the Postgraduate Admissions Office.

Administration.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
• All applications will be considered by the Departmental Postgraduate Research
Committee.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Selection will be done on the following criteria:
o Student’s academic record and, where applicable, work experience.
o Concept document.
o Academic writing skills.
• The Department’s internal supervisory capacity and availability will also be
considered and no student will be admitted without a supervisor being allocated
to the student.
DURATION
study.
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Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Conflict Transformation
and Management
Research project and dissertation Year SCMV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS IN CREATIVE MEDIA PRODUCTION

(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167

To provide both full-time and part-time students within the field of creative media
production with the skills to be able to become advanced creative media practitioners,
and obtain a formal postgraduate qualification in Creative Media Production.
A prospective student must contact the relevant Head of Department wherein his/her
studies will take place, before applying for admission.
The following minimum criteria must be met in order for the application to be
considered:
• The applicant must hold a BA Honours in Media Studies or a cognate discipline
• In addition, applicants must prepare a submission (involving a portfolio of their
creative work in video production, design, digital animation, or scriptwriting) for
the Department of Media and Communication. This submission must include the
following:
o a portfolio containing a minimum of three projects
o a cover letter explaining the context in which the works contained in the
portfolio were created
o a reflective essay of 1000 words, in which the formal/thematic features of
the portfolio works are critically discussed
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• The above will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:
o the projects of the portfolio must reflect a theoretical and creative ability
consonant with NQF level 8 in terms of its experimental and innovative
dynamics
o the reflective essay must exhibit a critical ability, consonant with NQF level
8 study, in terms of its appraisal of the projects and its thematization of
relationships (resonances and/or dissonances) between the features of
the projects.
Selection is at the discretion of the Department of Media and Communication.

However, in order to widen student access to postgraduate education, students who
do not possess the required BA Honours degree but who hold a BA degree and wish
to be admitted to the programme on the basis of recognition of prior learning, may be
given recognition in terms of the Nelson Mandela University RPL policy on the basis
of their industry experience/work provided these are consonant with NQF level 8
study. However, the final decision on the RPL application rests with the Department
of Media and Communication.
A candidate must submit a research proposal for approval by the Faculty

Postgraduate Studies Committee within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated
in the postgraduate research policy. Once such approval has been obtained, an
official research project is registered by the Manager: Faculty Administration.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over two year of full-time or two years of part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: English
Research project and dissertation Year LCM500 180
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MASTER OF ARTS IN CREATIVE WRITING
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 111294

The purpose of this new programme is to provide both full-time and part-time students
within the field of languages and literature with writing skills to be able to become
authors of fiction and/or poetry, and obtain a formal postgraduate qualification in
Creative Writing.
• An Honours degree in one of the languages of the course (Afrikaans or English
or isiXhosa). Candidates without such a degree may, at the discretion of the
Department of Language and Literature, be admitted to the MA on the basis of
their extensive publishing history.
• A further selection criterion will be a portfolio of writing comprising at least fifty
pages (1.5 spacing) of prose, poetry or a play manuscript, in Afrikaans or English
or isiXhosa. The portfolio must also contain a covering letter and details of
academic qualifications and/or publishing history. The covering letter should
describe the proposed creative project that the candidate wishes to undertake for
the MA (this is not a detailed proposal, but a succinct description of the proposed
project).
• Candidates without the required honours degree may, at the discretion of the
Department of Language and Literature, be admitted to the MA on the basis of
submitting examples of their publications as well as providing a detailed
publishing record.
• In order to widen student access to postgraduate education, students who do not
possess the required Honours degree but wish to be admitted to the programme
on the basis of recognition of prior learning may be given recognition in terms of
the NMU RPL policy.

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Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over two year of full-time or two years of part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Literary work and research / reflective 180
Year LCRW500
essay
MASTER OF ARTS
(ENGLISH)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


• Applicants must have an Honours Degree or four year professional Bachelor’s Degree
with a minimum average of 65%.
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• Holders of other qualifications or programmes approved by Senate may be accepted
Senate.
• Applicants wishing to pursue a master’s by dissertation are required, as part of the

application process, to provide a broad outline of proposed area of research as per each
entity’s postgraduate prospectus or research application requirements.


Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: English
Research project and dissertation Year LEV500 180
175
MASTER OF ARTS
(FASHION)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


Academic qualification: BVA Hons or equivalent Honours degree, professional four-
year degree or equivalent, or Recognition of Prior Learning according to the
University’s policy.
Candidates who have passed the examinations on the grounds that they will be
attained a level of competence required for the purpose of postgraduate studies or
research at Master’s level, may be accepted as candidates for the MA (Fashion
Design).
All applicants must make an appointment to meet with the Programme Leader to
discuss their area of expertise and the intended research project. Apart from the
general admission requirements, and depending upon the nature of the proposed
research, a candidate may be required to fulfil further requirements.
These include the following:

• Submit a portfolio of creative work that shows a suitable level of conceptual and
technical competency, for review by a panel of experts.
• Provide evidence of an ability to write academically. This may include published
books and articles, book reviews, conference proceedings, speeches and
presentations. The School’s panel for advanced degrees will review the writing.
• Undertake an oral before a panel of experts to determine the candidate’s tacit
knowledge.
• Should these assessments yield a positive outcome, the candidate will be invited
to an interview with the Programme Leader and/or Head of Department.
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• The Head of Department must approve all applications before registration can
take place.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Fashion Design
Research project and dissertation Year KMF500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(FINE ARTS)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167

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• Academic qualification: BVA Hons or equivalent Honours degree, professional
four-year degree or equivalent, or Recognition of Prior Learning according to the
attained a level of competence required for the purpose of postgraduate studies
or research at Master’s level, may be accepted as candidates for the MA (Fine
Art).
• All applicants must make an appointment to meet with the Programme Leader to

• Submit a portfolio of creative work, that shows a suitable level of conceptual and
technical competency, for review by a panel of experts
knowledge. Should these assessments yield a positive outcome, the candidate
will be invited to an interview with the Programme Leader and/or Head of
Department. The Head of Department must approve all applications before
registration can take place.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
178
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Fine Art
Research project and dissertation Year KFA500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(GENERAL)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


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• Applicants wishing to pursue a coursework master’s will receive guidance from
the assigned postgraduate programme co-ordinator with regard to the choice of a
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: French
Research project and dissertation Year TFV500 180
180
MASTER OF ARTS
(GRAPHIC DESIGN)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


or research at Master’s level, may be accepted as candidates for the MA (Graphic
Design).

knowledge.
take place.
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Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Graphic Design
Research project and dissertation Year KMG500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(HISTORY)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


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degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
183
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: History
Research project and dissertation Year SSHV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(MEDIA STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


• Holders of an Honours or a four-year professional Bachelor’s degree in Media
Studies, or Film Studies, or Design Studies.
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degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Media Studies
Research project and dissertation Year LMRV500 180
185
MASTER OF ARTS
(PHILOSOPHY)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


degree programme.
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Administration.
DURATION
study.
CURRICULUM
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Philosophy
Research project and dissertation Year SFV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(PHOTOGRAPHY)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


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or research at Master’s level, may be accepted as candidates for the MA
(Photography).

• Submit a portfolio of creative work that shows a suitable level of conceptual and
knowledge.
take place.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
188
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Photography
Research project and dissertation Year KPH500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(POLITICAL STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


• Applicants must have an Honours degree with a minimum average of 65%.
(e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence, which in Senate’s option is adequate
fulfil further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or an oral/written
examination as prescribed by Senate.
• A prospective student must contact the relevant Head of Department or Director
of School wherein his/her studies will take place, before applying for admission.
A prospective student must supply a research concept document of no more
than 5 pages to the relevant Head of Department or Director of School detailing
the scope and brief methodology of the study.
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• A candidate must submit a research proposal for approval by the Faculty
Postgraduate Studies Committee within the prescribed minimum period as
stipulated in the postgraduate research policy. Once such approval has been
obtained, an official research project is registered by the Manager: Faculty
Administration.
• Unless the Faculty Postgraduate Committee decides otherwise, no candidate
will be allowed to continue with his/her studies if a research project has not been
registered within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in the
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Committee.
o Concept document
o Academic writing skills
to the student.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of
part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Political Studies
Research project and dissertation Year SLV500 180
190
MASTER OF ARTS
(PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


degree programme.
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Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over two years of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Public Administration
Research project and dissertation Year SOAV500 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(SOCIOLOGY)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


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• A relevant Honours degree in Sociology with a minimum of 60% average in their
major and 60% overall average or any other relevant field in the Social Sciences.
attained a level of competence, which in Senate’s opinion is adequate for the
purpose of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be
accepted as candidates for the relevant degree. For more information Refer to
the Prospectus on section 3.2 General admission requirements (Postgraduate).
fulfil further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or work in progress concept
note (Mini proposal)
• Admission is subject to departmental selection.

Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Sociology
Research project and dissertation Year SSSV500 180
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MASTER OF ARTS
(TEXTILE DESIGN)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


or research at Master’s level, may be accepted as candidates for the MA (Textile
Design).

technical competency, for review by a panel of experts
knowledge.
to an interview with the Programme Leader and/or Head of Department. The
Head of Department must approve all applications before registration can take
place.
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Administration.
DURATION
study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Research project and dissertation Year KMC510 180
MASTER OF ARTS
(XHOSA)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87167


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awarded the relevant degree by a University or on the grounds on which the required
attained a level of competence which in Senate’s opinion is adequate for the purpose
of postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be accepted as
students for the relevant degree.
further requirements, e.g. supplementary work or an oral/written examination as pre-
scribed by Senate.
• Applicants wishing to pursue either a master’s by dissertation or doctoral studies are
required, as part of the application process, to provide a broad outline of proposed
area of research as per each entities postgraduate prospectus or research
application requirements.
degree programme.
• An application for a postgraduate qualification or programme may, after selection by
the Head of Department or Director of School, in consultation with the relevant

Administration.
DURATION
study.
196
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: isiXhosa
Research project and dissertation Year LXV500 180
A study of literary sources supplementary to the topic may be required.
MASTER OF MUSIC IN APPLIED CHORAL

CONDUCTING

SAQA ID: 100818


• Holders of an Honours or a four-year professional Bachelor’s degree from the
University (in the case of Masters’ studies) or the holders of other qualifications
approved by Senate, may be accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.
For specialisation in Applied Choral Conducting

• A Bachelor's degree;
• At least 30 credits in Choral Conducting at NQF level 7, with an average mark
of at least 60%, or the equivalent from another institution;
• At least 24 credits in Music Theory and Analysis at NQF level 6, or the equivalent
from another institution;
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• Satisfactory experience in choral singing and/or choral conducting;
• Submission of a curriculum vitae with reference to choral experience.
Candidates who have obtained the Bachelor’s degree specified above, but who have
not obtained the required number of credits, may nevertheless be allowed to register
for this degree, provided that they complete satisfactorily entrance tests based on the
syllabi of the UNISA Grade 7 and/or 8 theory exams and an audition.
Candidates may also be required to enrol for specific undergraduate Music modules
while completing the postgraduate programme.
The capacity of the Department of Music may, in any given year, lead to a limitation
on the number of students that may be admitted.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over two years of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Performer’s Practical Programme Year MCC520 60
Performer’s Practical Programme Year MCC530 60
Treatise Year MTR550 60
Total Credits 180
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MASTER OF MUSIC IN COMPOSITION

SAQA ID: 100819


• Holders of an Honours or a four-year professional Bachelor's degree from the
For specialisation in Composition

• A four-year Bachelor of Music degree.
• An approved portfolio of compositions completed at undergraduate level.
• At least 24 credits in Music Theory and Analysis at NQF level 6 or above, with
an average mark of at least 60%, or the equivalent from another institution.
for this degree, provided that they satisfactorily complete entrance tests based on the
syllabi of the UNISA Grade 7 and/or 8 theory exams and on the candidate's chosen
field of specialisation.
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Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of one year of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Creative output
A Set of Original Compositions Year MCN510 120
Total Credits 180
MASTER OF MUSIC IN PERFORMING ARTS


SAQA ID: 100824


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For specialisation in Performing Arts:

• A four-year Bachelor of Music degree.
• At least 60 credits at NQF level 7 for First Instrument: Performers, with an
average mark of at least 60%, or the equivalent from another institution.
• At least 24 credits at NQF level 6 for Music Theory and Analysis or the equivalent
from another institution.
• Satisfactory results in an audition comprising a recital of three complete
compositions in contrasting styles at the level of the Performer's Licentiate of the
external examining bodies.
for this degree, provided that they satisfactorily complete entrance tests based on the
syllabi of the UNISA Grade 7 and/or 8 theory exams and audition.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years of full-time study.
201
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Creative Output
Performer’s Practical Programme I Year MMV510 60
Performer’s Practical Programme II Year MMV530 60
Total Credits 180
MASTER OF MUSIC
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 91807


University) or the holders of other qualifications approved by Senate, may be
accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.
• Selection is at the discretion of the relevant departmental committee and will be
based on previous academic record, dissertation proposal and the availability of
a suitable supervisor.
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DURATION
The qualification shall extended over one year of full-time study or two years of part-
time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Dissertation Year MDD501 180
MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION


SAQA ID: 87176


Bachelor’s Honours degree with Public Administration as a major.

Administration.
203
DURATION
A minimum of two years of full-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Advanced Project Management Semester 2 SOA552 20
Advanced Public Policy Analysis and Semester 1 SOA551 20
Planning
Administration for Development Semester 1 SOA561 20
Professional Ethics for Public Managers Semester 2 SEE552 20
Advanced Local Government Administration Semester 2 SOA562 20
Treatise Year SOA550 90
Total Credits 190
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Advanced Public Policy Analysis and Semester 1 SOA551 20
Planning
Advanced Local Government Administration Semester 2 SOA562 20
Total credits 100
Second year
Treatise Year SOA550 90
Total Credits 190
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MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
(NO NEW INTAKE)



Bachelor’s degree with Public Administration as a major.
OBTAINING THE DEGREE

The degree shall be obtained by completing such modules as are prescribed by
Senate, provided that:
• candidates may not present themselves more than twice for examination in the
same paper; and
• re-examinations shall not be allowed in more than two papers.
DURATION
• A minimum of two years of full-time study.
• Candidates who have not completed their degree within four years of their initial
registration for the degree, shall be permitted to register for the degree again
only if the Department has satisfied Senate that the student is making
satisfactory progress.

2021.
205
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory modules:
Public Administration SOO500
Advanced Administrative Theories Semester 1 SOA411 30
Advanced Personnel Administration Semester 1 SOA414 20
Advanced Personnel Management Skills and
Techniques Semester 1 SOA420 10
Advanced Financial Administration Semester 2 SOA412 20
Advanced Financial Management Skills and
Sub-total 110
Advanced Municipal Administration Semester 2 SOA413 20
Advanced Provincial Administration * Semester 2 SOA416 20
Advanced Sector Governance * Year SOA422 20
Second Year
Compulsory modules:
Treatise on approved module Year SOA515 60
Sub-total 80
Advanced Public Policy Analysis and Planning Semester 1 SOA516 20
Advanced Administrative Technology Semester 1 SOA512 20
Integrated Development Planning Skills and
Advanced Public Policy Analysis Skills and
Advanced Public Sector Information Semester 2 SOA519 10
Technology
Applied Conflict Management Skills Semester 1 SLC507 20
Total Credits 240
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DOCTORAL DEGREES
DOCTOR OF LITERATURE
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87149


the general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Doctors' degrees.
• Holders of a Master's degree from the University or the holders of other
qualifications approved by Senate may be accepted as candidates for the relevant
degree.
degree programme.
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Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years and a maximum of
six years of full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Afrikaans and Dutch
Research project and thesis Year LANV600 360
208
(APPLIED LANGUAGES)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87149


degree.
degree programme.
209
Administration.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Applied Languages
Research project and thesis Year LALV600 360
(XHOSA)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87149


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degree.
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
211
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: isiXhosa
Research project and thesis* Year LXV600 360
*A study of literary sources supplementary to the topic may be required.
DOCTOR OF MUSIC
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID: 87150


the general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Doctors’ degrees.
• Holders of a Master’s degree from the University or the holders of other
degree.
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degree programme.
• An appropriate Master's degree in Music is required.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years and a maximum of six
years of full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Music
An approved portfolio of performances
with a thesis in the field of performance Year MUS600 360
practice.
OR
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Music
An approved portfolio of musical 360
Year MUS600
compositions.
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
(ANTHROPOLOGY)
(RESEARCH)



• A relevant Master’s degree in Anthropology or cognate discipline from a
recognized institution of higher learning. In the case of the latter, the review
committee will place emphasis on prior background in anthropology and
multidisciplinary research within the social sciences.
• The applicant must have achieved a minimum of 65% in their major
(Anthropology) and a 65% overall average.
• Applicants who have passed the examinations on the grounds that they will
be awarded the relevant degree by the University or on the grounds that the
required status may later be granted to them, or who have in any other
manner (e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence, which in Senate's
opinion is adequate for the purpose of postgraduate studies or research at
the required level, may be accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.

Administration.
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DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years or a maximum of four
year of full-time or six years of part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Anthropology
Research project and thesis Year SAV600 360
(BIBLICAL AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)



degree.
215
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years or a maximum of six years
of full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Biblical and Religious
Studies
Research project and thesis Year SBKV600 360
216
(CONFLICT MANAGEMENT)
(RESEARCH)



• Holders of a Masters’ degree from a University or the holders of other relevant
qualifications approved by Senate.
degree programme.
217
Administration.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Committee.
o Concept document
to the student.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Conflict Management
Research project and thesis Year SLCV600 360
218
(ENGLISH)
(RESEARCH)



degree programme.
219
Administration.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Committee.
o Concept document
to the student.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Conflict Management
Research project and thesis Year LEV600 360
220
(HISTORY)
(RESEARCH)



degree.
degree programme.
221
Administration.
DURATION
years of full-time or six years of part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: History
Research project and thesis Year SSHV600 360
(MEDIA STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)



222
• Holders of a Master’s degree in Media Studies and/or Film Studies and/or Design
Studies.
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
223
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Media Studies
Research project and thesis Year LMCV600 360
(MUSIC)
(RESEARCH)



the general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Doctors’ degrees.
• An appropriate Master's degree in Music is required.
• Holders of a Master’s degree from the University or the holders of other
degree.
224
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years and a maximum of six
years of full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Music
Research project and thesis Year MUS600 360
225
(PHILOSOPHY)
(RESEARCH)



degree.
degree programme.
226
Administration.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Philosophy
Research project and thesis Year SFV600 360
(POLITICAL STUDIES)
(RESEARCH)



227
• Candidates must have obtained a minimum average mark of 65 % for the research
component of the coursework Masters’ degree OR a final mark of 65% for the
dissertation for a research Masters’ degree.
degree programme.

Administration.
candidate will be allowed to continue with his/her studies if a research project
has not been registered within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in
the postgraduate research policy.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Committee.
228
o Concept document
to the student.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Political Studies
Research project and thesis Year SLV600 360
(PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)
(RESEARCH)



degree.
229
degree programme.

Administration.
DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Public Administration
Research project and thesis Year SOAV600 360
230
(SOCIOLOGY)
(RESEARCH)



• A relevant Master’s degree in sociology or cognate discipline from a
recognized institution of higher learning. In the case of the latter, the
review committee will place emphasis on prior background in sociology
and multidisciplinary research within the social sciences.
• The applicant have achieved a minimum of 65% average on their major
(sociology) and a 65% overall average.
• Applicants who have passed the examinations on the grounds that they
will be awarded the relevant degree by the University or on the grounds
that the required status may later be granted to them, or who have in any
other manner (e.g. RPL) attained a level of competence, which in
Senate's opinion is adequate for the purpose of postgraduate studies or
research at the required level, may be accepted as candidates for the
relevant degree.
• Admission is subject to departmental selection. Subject to the receipt of all the
documentation required in the application process.

Administration.
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DURATION
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Sociology
Research project and thesis Year SSSV600 360
(VISUAL ARTS)
(RESEARCH)

SAQA ID 115513

This programme has been approved in terms of the new Higher Education Qualifications
Sub-Framework (HEQSF)
Unless stipulated otherwise hereinafter, or unless the context indicates otherwise, the
general rules for all qualifications shall also apply to Doctors' degrees.
• Holders of a Master's degree from the University or the holders of other qualifications
approved by Senate may be accepted as candidates for the relevant degree.
awarded the relevant degree by a University or on the grounds on which the required
status may later be granted to them, or who have in any other manner (e.g. RPL) attained
a level of competence which in Senate’s opinion is adequate for the purpose of
postgraduate studies or research at the required level, may be accepted as students for
the relevant degree.
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Senate.
• Applicants wishing to pursue either a master’s by dissertation or doctoral studies are

required, as part of the application process, to provide a broad outline of proposed area
of research as per each entities postgraduate prospectus or research application
requirements.
assigned postgraduate programme co-ordinator with regard to the choice of a research
topic to fulfil the requirements for the treatise component of their chosen degree
programme.


• An application for registration as a student for a postgraduate research qualification may,
after approval by the Head of Department or Director of School, be processed by
prospective student via the online registration system.
• Where applicable, a candidate must submit a research proposal for approval by the
Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee within the prescribed minimum period as
stipulated in the postgraduate research policy. Once such approval has been obtained,
an official research project is registered by the Manager: Faculty Administration.
• Unless the Faculty Postgraduate Studies Committee decides otherwise, no candidate will
be allowed to continue with his/her studies if a research project has not been registered
within the prescribed minimum period as stipulated in the postgraduate research policy.
DURATION
The qualification shall extend over a minimum of two years and a maximum of six years of
full-time or part-time study.
Module Credit
Presented
Code Value
First Year
Compulsory module:
Discipline: Visual Arts
Research project and thesis Year KFA600 360
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Section Qualification Page

GENERAL INFORMATION AND REGILATIONS 13

BACHELOR OF HONOURS DEGREES 142

MASTERS DEGREES 163

DOCTORAL DEGREES 207

OFFICE OF THE DEAN

FACULTY ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION

Postgraduate Academic Ms H Mzingelwa Dip HR (NMMU), BTech HR (NMU), PG

SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENTAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Department of History and Political Studies

Department of Public Management and Leadership

Department of Sociology and Anthropology

SCHOOL OF LANGUAGE, MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

Department of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

Department of Media and Communication

Lecturers Dr V Jacobs SPTD (Cape College of Education), BA (Vista

Department of Languages and Literature

Senior Lecturers Dr PJ Coetzee BA, BAHons, MA, PhD (Rhodes)

SCHOOL OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Department of Music and Performing Arts

Associate Professor Prof Z Potgieter BMusHons(US), DPhil(UPE)

Department of Visual Arts

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

NSC MINIMUM STATUTORY ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Qualification Minimum Statutory entry requirement

Applicants with alternate, international or foreign qualifications must satisfy the

The table below provides an example of how to calculate the AS for:

NSC Subject Applicant 1 Applicant 2 Applicant 3

results / certificate of the

SCHOOL SUBJECT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Applications will be considered until the 30th of September.

Final acceptance is based on official final school-leaving results. Applicants currently at

NATIONAL BENCHMARK TEST (NBT)

A postgraduate certificate or diploma provides an opportunity to undertake advanced

The bachelor honours degree is the initial postgraduate specialisation qualification,

A doctoral degree requires a candidate to undertake research at the most advanced

Furthermore, in accordance with sound educational practices related to enhancing academic

The following general principles will apply:

Process to determine if readmission requirements have been met and to refuse

Maximum period of study exceeded

Programme Credits Minimum Period of Study Maximum Period of

Full time Extended Programmes:

Programme Credits Minimum Period of Study Maximum Period of

Programme Credits Minimum Period of Study Maximum Period of

Progress-based readmission criteria

(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only).

Full time students in extended programmes#

(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only)

Part time students

After 9 years 432+ ≤431

(*Note: The credit values indicated serve as a guideline only)

STATEMENT ON THE UNIVERSITY'S

Qualification code: 1365

THE PURPOSE OF THE LEARNING PROGRAMME