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THE UNIVERSITY OF THE

FREE STATE

CALENDAR

2003

FACULTY

OF THE HUMANITIES(ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCE)

(POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES)

Dean:

Prof. G.W. de Klerk109 Flippie Groenewoud BuildingTelephone: 051-4012240Fax: 051-4483942


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OFFICIAL ADDRESS FOR ENQUIRIES:

Correspondence with regard to academic matters should be addressed to :

The Faculty Secretary

University of the Free StateFaculty of the HumanitiesP O Box 339BLOEMFONTEIN9300

E-mail: [email protected]


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CALENDAR

FACULTIES

Economic and Management Sciences

Humanities Arts and Social Science Education

Law

Agriculture and Natural Sciences

Health Sciences

Theology

N.B.:

Copies of the individual sections of the Calendar (as above), including the GeneralCalendar, are available on request from the Registrar: Academic StudentServices.


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CONTENTS

Academic staff ..................................................................................................... 7Postgraduate courses: General Information ........................................................ 9General University regulations ............................................................................. 9Faculty regulations ............................................................................................... 9Degrees offered ................................................................................................... 9General admission requirements to postgraduate courses ................................. 9B.A. Honours and B.Soc.Sc. Honours degrees ................................................... 9M.A. and M.Soc.Sc. degrees ............................................................................... 10Ph.D. degree ........................................................................................................ 10

Postgraduate Programme for the ArtsDramaB.A.Hons. (Drama and Theatre Arts) ................................................................ 14M.A. (Drama and Theatre Arts) ......................................................................... 14Ph.D. (Drama and Theatre Arts)........................................................................ 16

Fine Arts

B.A.Hons. (Art History or Visual Culture Studies)................................................ 17M.A. (Art History or Visual Culture Studies) ........................................................ 19Ph.D. (Art History or Visual Culture Studies)....................................................... 20M.A. (Fine Arts) ............................................................................................... 21Ph.D. (Fine Arts) ............................................................................................. 22

MusicB.Mus. Honours ............................................................................................. 23M.Mus. ........................................................................................................... 25Ph.D. (Music) ................................................................................................... 27D.Mus. ........................................................................................................... 28

Postgraduate Programme for General Humanities Degrees

List of postgraduate degrees ......................................................................... 30Details of postgraduate degrees in Languages ............................................. 30

B.A.Hons. (Anthropology) ................................................................................ 31M.A. (Anthropology) ......................................................................................... 33Ph.D. (Anthropology) ....................................................................................... 34


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B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Biblical Studies) ......................................................... 34

B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Business Management) .............................................. 34

B.A.Hons. (Criminology) .................................................................................. 35M.A. (Criminology) ........................................................................................... 35Ph.D. (Criminology) ......................................................................................... 37

B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Economics) ............................................................... 38

B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Geography)............................................................... 38

B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Greek) ...................................................................... 38

B.A.Hons. (History) ......................................................................................... 39M.A. (History) .................................................................................................. 40Ph.D. (History) ................................................................................................ 41

B.A.Hons. (Near Eastern Studies) .................................................................... 42M.A. (Near Eastern Studies) ............................................................................. 43Ph.D. (Near Eastern Studies)............................................................................ 45

B.A.Hons. (Philosophy) ................................................................................... 46M.A. (Philosophy) ............................................................................................ 46Ph.D. (Philosophy)........................................................................................... 46

B.A.Hons. (Political Science)............................................................................ 47M.A. (Political Science) .................................................................................... 48Ph.D. (Political Science) ................................................................................... 49

B.A.Hons. (Sociology) ..................................................................................... 49M.A. (Sociology) .............................................................................................. 50Ph.D. (Sociology) ............................................................................................ 51

B.A.Hons., M.A., Ph.D. (Theology) ................................................................. 51

B.A.Hons. (Africa Studies) ............................................................................... 52M.A. (Africa Studies) ........................................................................................ 52Ph.D. (Africa Studies) ...................................................................................... 53


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Certificate (Gender Studies)............................................................................. 54Post-graduate Diploma (Gender Studies) ........................................................ 54M.A. (Gender Studies) ..................................................................................... 54

Postgraduate Programme for Culture StudiesB.A. Honours (Culture Studies) ........................................................................ 56M.A. (Culture Studies) ...................................................................................... 57Ph.D. (Culture Studies) .................................................................................... 58

Postgraduate Programme for the Professions inCommunication and Information

B.A. Honours (Communication Science) ........................................................... 59M.A. (Communication Science) ......................................................................... 59M.A. (Corporate Communication) ...................................................................... 61M.A. (Integrated Marketing Communication) ....................................................... 62M.A. (Media Studies) ....................................................................................... 63Ph.D. .............................................................................................................. 64

Postgraduate Programme for Language StudiesB.A. Honours (African Languages) ................................................................... 66M.A. (African Languages) ................................................................................. 67Ph.D. (African Languages) ............................................................................... 68

B.A. Honours (Afrikaans en Nederlands)........................................................... 69M.A. (Afrikaans en Nederlands)......................................................................... 70Ph.D. (Afrikaans en Nederlands) ....................................................................... 72B.A. Honours (English) ................................................................................... 73M.A. (English) ................................................................................................. 74M.A. (Creative writing in English)....................................................................... 75Ph.D. (English)................................................................................................ 76B.A. Honours (French) .................................................................................... 76M.A. (French) .................................................................................................. 77Ph.D. (French) ................................................................................................ 78B.A. Honours (German) .................................................................................. 78M.A. (German) ................................................................................................ 79Ph.D. (German)............................................................................................... 80

B.A. Honours (Latin) ....................................................................................... 80M.A. (Latin) ..................................................................................................... 81Ph.D. (Latin) ................................................................................................... 82B.A. Honours (Linguistics) ............................................................................... 82M.A. (Linguistics) ............................................................................................. 84Ph.D. (Linguistics) ........................................................................................... 85


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B.A. Honours (Sign Language) ........................................................................ 86M.A. (Sign Language) ...................................................................................... 86

Postgraduate Programme for Language Practice ............................................... 88Postgraduate diplomas in Language Practice ............................................... 89M.A. (Language Practice) ................................................................................. 89

Postgraduate Programme for Governance and Political Transformation

Post-graduate Diploma in Governance and Political Transformation ............ 95Masters (Governance and Political Transformation) ............................................ 95Ph.D. (Governance and Political Transformation)................................................ 97

Postgraduate Programme for Human Movement ScienceB.A. Honours (Human Movement Science) ....................................................... 99M.A. (Human Movement Science) ..................................................................... 101Ph.D. (Human Movement Science).................................................................... 102

Postgraduate Programme for Professional PsychologyM.Psych. ........................................................................................................ 103

Postgraduate Programme in Human and Societal DynamicsM.Soc.Sc. (Human and Societal Dynamics)....................................................... 105

Ph.D. .............................................................................................................. 110

Postgraduate Programme for General Social ScienceB.Soc.Sc. Honours ........................................................................................ 112M.Soc.Sc. ...................................................................................................... 114M.Soc.Sc. (Clinical Psychology) ....................................................................... 116M.Soc.Sc. (Councelling Psychology)................................................................. 118Ph.D. .............................................................................................................. 120

Postgraduate Programme for the Social Services ProfessionsB.Soc.Sc. Honours (Social Work).................................................................... 123M.Soc.Sc. (Social Work).................................................................................. 124Ph.D. .............................................................................................................. 126

Post-graduate Diploma in Social Services .................................................... 127


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ACADEMIC STAFF

**Indicates head of department* Indicates acting head of department

DeanProf. G.W. de Klerk

Afrikaans and Dutch and Modern European LanguagesProf. **H.P. van Coller, Prof. N. Morgan (French), Dr. A.S. de Wet, Dr. A.G. Jenkinson,Dr. B.J. Odendaal, Dr. A. van Jaarsveld, Dr. A. van Niekerk, Ms. I. Loock,Ms. I. Smuts (German)

African LanguagesProf. **M.A. Moleleki, Mr. D.P. Thulo, Ms. A.S. Motsei

Anthropology

Prof. **P.A. Erasmus, Dr. P. Esterhuyse

Art History

Prof. **D.J. van den Berg, Dr. E.S. HumanCentre for Health Systems Research

Prof. **H.C.J. van Rensburg, Prof. C. Ngwena, Dr. F. le R. Booysen, Mr. J.C. Heunis,Mr. Z.S. Matebesi, Mr. F. Steyn, Ms. E. Adendorff, Ms. M. Engelbrecht,Ms. E. Janse van Rensburg-Bonthuyzen, Ms. Joy Summerton

Communication and Information Studies

Prof. **F.H. Terblanche, Dr. H.J. Breytenbach, Dr. J.C. de Wet, Dr. A. van Deventer,Ms. E.J.S. Coetzee, Ms. D. Mulder, Ms. E.M. Pepler, Ms. C. Schutte

Criminology

Mr. **A.W. Calitz, Ms. L. Coetzee, Ms. H. Foster

Drama and Theatre ArtsProf. **N.J. Luwes, Mr. G.H.J. Kamper, Mr. P.A. Venter, Ms. R.S. Brink

English and Classical CultureProf. **W.J. Greyling, Prof. L. Cilliers (Latin), Prof. A.G. Ullyatt, Prof. M.M. Raftery,Dr. S.I. Brokensha, Dr. M. Brooks, Dr. A.L. van Wyk, Mr. J.C. Smuts, Mr. C.M. Uwah,Ms. M.M.G. Lovisa


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Fine Arts

Mr. **B. Botma, Ms. J. Allen-Spies, Ms. P.S. Slabbert, Ms. C. Stroud

GreekProf. **J. van W. Cronj

HistoryProf. **S.L. Barnard, Prof. A. Wessels, Mr. J-A. Stemmet, Ms. M.S. Steyn

Human Movement Science

Prof. **N.A.J. Coetzee, Dr. H.J. Bloemhoff, Dr. S.L. Botes, Dr. M.W. Brssow,Dr. F.F. Coetzee, Dr. M.C. Opperman, Mr. J.C. du Toit

MusicProf. **G.P. Lamprecht, Prof. A.A. van Schalkwyk, Dr. N.G.J. Viljoen, Mr. H.C. Armer,Mr. D.J. Cilliers, Ms. K.B. Beck, Ms. H. van Niekerk, Ms. M. Viljoen

Near Eastern Studies

Prof. **P.J. Nel, Prof. J.A. Naud

Political Science

Prof. **D.P. Wessels, Prof. A. Duvenhage, Dr. H. Hudson, Mr. N.L. Combrink,Mr. J.A. Smiles, Ms. A.M. Harsant

PhilosophyProf. **P.J. Visagie, Mr. J.C. van der Merwe

PsychologyProf. *D.A. Louw, Prof. P.M. Heyns, Prof. G.K. Huysamen, Dr. K.G.F. Esterhuyse,Dr. A.A. Grobler, Dr. J.C. Jooste, Dr. A. le Roux, Dr. A.E. Louw, Dr. H.S. van den Berg,Mr. D.C. Odendaal, Ms. L. Naud, Ms. A.A. Sharp

Social Work

Dr. **H.P. Schoeman, Dr. B. Blom, Dr. H.J. de Jager, Dr. M.J.M. du Plessis,Dr. S.B. Ferreira, Dr. R.P. Reyneke, Ms. A.E. Bning

Sociology

Prof. **E. Pretorius, Prof. D.C. Groenewald, Prof. A.J. Pelser, Dr. S.J.E.J. van Vuuren,Mr. D.F. Jacobs, Ms. L. Ackermann, Ms. M. de Wet

Unit for Language Facilitation and Empowerment

Prof. **L.T. du Plessis, Mr. P. Akach, Ms. E. Mathabane

Unit for Professional Training and Service in the Behavioural Sciences (UOTBS)Prof. *A. Weyers


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POSTGRADUATE COURSES: GENERAL INFORMATION

N.B. It is important that students know the general Universityregulations and the Faculty regulations that apply to their studies.

1.1 General University regulations

The general University regulations that apply to all students andfaculties are set out in the University Calendar Book.

1.2 Faculty regulationsFaculty regulations that relate specifically to the degrees offered by theFaculty of the Humanities are in this book.

1.3 Degrees offeredThe three levels of postgraduate qualifications offered by the Faculty ofthe Humanities are (1) Baccalaureus Artium Honores (B.A.Hons.),Baccalaureus Societatis Scientiae Honores (B.Soc.Sc.Hons.),(2) Magister Artium (M.A.), Magister Societatis Scientiae (M.Soc.Sc.), and(3) Philosophiae Doctor (Ph.D.).

1.4 General admission requirements to postgraduate coursesAs a general rule, students are admitted to postgraduate studies and toeach higher level of postgraduate study only if they fulfil the universityrequirements for registration, have completed the preliminary degreewith a mark of 60% or more, and are accepted to the course they wishto study by the Head of Department.

1.5 The B.A.Hons. and B.Soc.Sc.Hons. degreesUnless otherwise specified, the B.A.Hons. and B.Soc.Hons. degrees area one-year full-time or a two-year part-time study in a particular field. Ingeneral, the degrees require students to select and study courses forexamination, and to research and write a mini-thesis. In general, too, theB.A.Hons. and B.Soc.Sc.Hons. form the first year of the two-year

structured M.A./M.Soc.Sc. degrees. The specific details of each coursediffer, and students must acquaint themselves carefully with therequirements of the course they choose.


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1.6 The M.A. and M.Soc.Sc. degreesStudents generally have a choice between (1) a two-year structuredM.A. and M.Soc.Sc. and (2) an M.A./M.Soc.Sc. by dissertation.

(1) The two-year, full-time, structured M.A./M.Soc.Sc. require studentsto select and study courses for examination, and to research and write amini-dissertation. In general, students can register for the structuredM.A./M.Soc.Sc. degree immediately after completing the B.A./B.Soc.Sc.

degree, with the B.A.Hons./B.Soc.Sc.Hons. degree as an "exit" at theend of the first year. (2) The M.A./M.Soc.Sc. by dissertation requiresstudents to write a substantial research essay on a topic agreed uponwith the Head of Department or a supervisor he appoints. In certaincourses a number of articles published in accredited journals isaccepted instead of a dissertation.

As the specific requirements of courses differ, students must acquaintthemselves carefully with the requirements of the course they choose.

1.7 The Ph.D. degreeUnless otherwise specified, a Doctorate is awarded to a M.A./M.Soc.Sc.graduate who writes a research thesis of noteworthy substance. Incertain courses a body of published or publishable articles is accepted

instead of a thesis. Students must acquaint themselves with the specificrequirements of their course.

1.8 The following postgraduate qualifications may be awarded in theFaculty:

Letters and Min. duration Abbreviation StudyPhilosophy of studies code

HONOURS DEGREES

Baccalaureus ArtiumHonores ............... ................ ............. 1 yr B.A.Hons. ................. ............... 01500

Baccalaureus Artium Honores

(Culture Studies) ................ ................. .... 1 yr B.A.Hons. (Culture Studies) ........ 01501Baccalaureus Artium Honores

(Language Studies) ............... ................ .. 1 yr B.A.Hons. (Language Studies) .... 01502

Baccalaureus Artium Honores B.A.Hons.(Human Movement Science) ..................... 1 yr (Human Movement Science) . ..... 01504


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Letters and Min. duration Abbreviation StudyPhilosophy of studies code

MASTERS' DEGREES

Magister Artium ................ ................. .... 1 yr M.A. . ................ ................. ....... 01700

Magister Artium (Africa Studies) ............... 1 yr M.A. (Africa Studies) .................. 01708

Magister Artium (Media Studies) ............ 2 yrs M.A. (Media Studies) .................. 01702

Magister Artium (Corporate M.A. (CorporateCommunication) .................................... 2 yrs Communication) ....................... 01703

Magister Artium (Integrated M.A. (IntegratedMarketing Communication) ..................... 2 yrs Marketing Communication) ......... 01704

Magister Artium (Communication M.A. (CommunicationScience) ..................................................... 2 yrs Sciences) ................................. 01705

Magister Artium (Culture Studies) ............ 1 yr M.A. (Culture Studies) ................ 01706

Magister Artium (Human M.A. (HumanMovement Science) ................................. 1 yr Movement Science) ................... 01707

Magister Artium M.A.(Near Eastern Studies) ............................ 1 yr (Near Eastern Studies) .............. 01721

Magister in Governance andPolitical Transformation ............... ....... 1 yr M.G.P.T. ................ ................ .. 01820

Magister Artium (Language Practice) ...... 2 yrs M.A. (Language Practice)

(i) Translation ................. ................. .......... Translation ............... ............... 01704(ii) Interpreting ................. ................. .......... Interpreting ............... ............... 01705(iii) Lexicography and Terminology ............. Lexicography and Terminology ..... 01716(iv) Language Management ................ ........ Language Management .......... 01717(v) Language Technology ................ .......... Language Technology ............. 01709

Magister Artium (Language Studies) ...... 2 yrs M.A. (Language Studies) ............. 01718

Magister Artium (Counselling M.A. (CounsellingPsychology) ......................................... 2 yrs Psychology) ............................. 01800

Magister Artium (Clinical M.A. (ClinicalPsychology) ......................................... 2 yrs Psychology) ............................. 01810

DOCTORATES

Philosophiae Doctor ............... ............. 2 yrs Ph.D. ............... ................. ....... 01960

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMASPostgraduate Diploma (Language Practice): 1 yr P.D.L.P.

(i) Translation ........................................................................................................ 01201

(ii) Interpreting ....................................................................................................... 01202

(iii) Lexicography and Terminology ................. ................ ................. ................. .... 01203

(iv) Language Management .................................................................................. 01204(v) Language Technology ..................................................................................... 01206


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Arts Min. duration Abbreviation Studyof studies code

HONOURS DEGREES

BaccalaureusHonores ................. ................. .... 1 yr B.Mus.Hons. ............... ............. 01540

MASTERS' DEGREES

Magister Artium

(Fine Arts) ................. ................ ........... 2 yrs M.A. (Fine Arts) ......................... 01790Magister Musicae ................ ................ .. 1 yr M.Mus. ................ ................. .... 01740

Magister Artium (Drama M.A. (Drama andand Theatre Arts) .................................. 2 yrs Theatre Arts) ............................ 01711

DOCTORATES

Philosophiae Doctor Ph.D.(Fine Arts) ................ ................. ........ 2 yrs (Fine Arts) ............... ............... 01960

Philosophiae Doctor Ph.D.(Drama and Theatre Arts) ...................... 2 yrs (Drama and Theatre Arts) .......... . 01960

Philosophiae Doctor (Music)............... .. 2 yrs Ph.D. (Music) ............................ 01960

Social Min. duration Abbreviation Study

Sciences of studies code

HONOURS DEGREES

Baccalaureus Societatis ScientiaeHonores ................. ................. .... 1 yr B.Soc.Sc.Hons. ................ ....... 02500

Baccalaureus Societatis ScientiaeHonores (Social Work) ................. .......... 1 yr B.Soc.Sc.Hons. (S.W.) ............. 02510

Baccalaureus Societatis ScientiaeHonores (Human and SocietalDynamics) ................ ................ ............. 1 yr B.Soc.Sc.Hons. (H.S.D.) ........... 02510


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Social Min. duration Abbreviation StudySciences of studies code

MASTERS' DEGREES

Magister Societatis Scientiae .............. .. 1 yr M.Soc.Sc. ................. ............... 02700

Magister Societatis (Clinical M.Soc.Sc.Psychology) ......................................... 2 yrs (Clinical Psychology) ................. 02730

Magister Societatis(Counselling

M.Soc.Sc.Psychology) ......................................... 2 yrs (Counselling Psychology) ........... 02740

Magister Societatis Scientiae(Social Work) .............. ................. ........ 2 yrs M.Soc.Sc.(S.W.) ....................... 02710

Magister Societatis Scientiae(Human and Societal Dynamics) ............. 2 yrs M.Soc.Sc. (H.S.D.)................. .... 02701

Master's Degree in Psychology ............. 1 yr M.Psych .............. ................. .... 01712

Magister Artium (Gender Studies) .......... 2 yrs M.A. (Gender Studies) ................ 01701

DOCTORATE

Philosophiae Doctor ............... ............. 2 yrs Ph.D. ............... ................. ....... 02930

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

PostgraduateSocial Services ............... ................. .... 1 yr P.D.S.S. ................. ................ .. 02201

PostgraduateGender Studies ................. ................ .. 1 yr P.D.G.S. ................ ................ .. 01014

CERTIFICATE

Certificate in Gender Studies .............. .. 1 yr ................ ................. .......... 01013


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR THE ARTS

REG. B31 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES

DRAMA AND THEATRE ARTSB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

Students who register for the M.A. (Drama and Theatre Arts)degree butwho complete only the first year the course will be awarded theB.A.Hons. (Drama and Theatre Arts)degree.

REG. B32 MASTER OF ARTS (DRAMA AND THEATRE ARTS)M.A. (Drama and Theatre Arts)Study code: 01711

1. EVALUATIONStudents are evaluated continuously in tutorial classes, seminars,practical sessions and public performances; and on any written workwhich may include essays, articles and dissertation.

2. EXAMINATIONAspects of the course can be examined in written examinations.

3. CURRICULUMBoth years of the course have (1) a compulsory module; and (2) alimited-option part in which students choose from a table of modules .

4. THE FIRST YEAR (120 credits)

4.1 Compulsory module (16 credits)

CODES NAME OF MODULE CREDITS

ANT324 Ethnography: Principles and practice 16


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Limited-option modules (104 credits)

Students must choose any three theoretical modules and any onepractical module from those in the table:

CODES NAME OF MODULE CREDITS

DMA701 African Theatre (Theoretical) 24

DMC701 Contemporary Theatre Philosophy (Theoretical) 24

DME701 Speech and Studio Practice (Theoretical) 24

DMH701 Theatre and Drama History (Theoretical) 24

DMR701 Drama Teaching Strategies (Theoretical) 24

DMS701* Technical Aspects of Theatre (Theoretical) 24

DMU701 Current Theatre Trends (Theoretical) 24

DMZ701 Childrens Theatre Theory (Theoretical) 24

DMD701 Advanced Directing (Practical) 32

DMO701 Community Theatre (Practical) 32

DMP701 Theatre and Production Management (Practical) 32

DMS701* Technical Aspects Project (Practical) 32

DMW701 Creative Writing and Critique (Practical) 32

(* Please note:DMS701 Technical Aspects of Theatre and DMS701 TechnicalAspects Project must be taken together)

5. THE SECOND YEAR (120 credits)

5.1 Compulsory module (60 credits)

CODE NAME OF MODULE CREDITS

DMZ791 Theatre Project Thesis 60

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DMV701 Voice and Speech project 60

DMN701 Advanced Acting 60

DMI701 Advanced Directing 60

DMQ701 Entrepreneurial Arts Project 60

DMG701 Advanced Technical Aspects and Design 60

DMX701 Childrens Theatre Projects 60

DMY701 Community Arts Project 60

DMM701 Advanced Make Up 60

REG. B33 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR DRAMA AND THEATRE ARTSPh.D.Study code: 01960

1. OPTIONS FOR GAINING THE Ph.D. DEGREEThe Ph.D. (Drama and Theatre Arts) degree may be gained by

(1) dissertation or (2) course-work. Students preferring option (1) mustagree upon a topic with the Head of Department or a supervisorappointed by him, and must produce a research essay of merit.

2. Ph.D. BY COURSEWORK

2.1 DURATIONThe degree can be completed in two years of full-time study.

2.2 EVALUATIONStudents are assessed continuously both in practical and written work.

2.3 EXAMINATION

Students will be examined appropriately both in practical performanceand in writing.

2.4 CURRICULUM (240 credits)Students must choose one of three options:


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2.5 OPTION 1:


DRM901 Drama and Theatre performance Art 40



DRM991 Dissertation 120

2.6 OPTION 2:






DRM971 Article 80

2.7 OPTION 3:







DRM908 Lecture demonstration 40

REG. B34 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES ART HISTORY OR VISUAL CULTURE STUDIES

B.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

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1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE1.1 To be admitted to the course in Art History, candidates must

have any of the following qualifications:- B.A. (Fine Arts)- B.A. (Combined Arts)with at least 128 credits in Art History- Any suitable bachelor's degree, subject to preliminary

evaluation and/or additional study as agreed in consultation

with the Head of Department.1.2 To be admitted to the course in Visual Culture Studies,candidates must have of any of the following qualifications:- B.A. (Culture Studies) with at least 72 credits in Visual

Culture Studies- B.A. (Fine Arts)- B.A. (Combined Arts) with at least 96 credits in Art History

and/or in Visual Culture Studies- Any suitable bachelor's degree, subject to preliminary

examination and/or additional study as agreed inconsultation with the head of department.

1.3 Candidates may register for the degree only after the Head ofDepartment has approved their admission and their choice ofmodules and topics.

2. EXAMINATIONtudents write a minor research project (32 credits)and three examinationpapers (32 credits each).

3. CURRICULUM (128 credits)Students select four modules from those listed below either in ArtHistory (KGK) or in Visual Culture Studies (VCT). The course isconducted in tutorial classes.

KGK614 / VCT614 Aesthetic theoryKGK624 / VCT624 Visual and cultural theoryKGK634 / VCT634 Museum studies

KGK644 / VCT644 Gender studiesKGK654 / VCT654 Urban studiesKGK664 / VCT664 Word-image studiesKGK674 / VCT674 The anthropology of art


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REG. B35 MAGISTER ARTIUM ART HISTORY OR VISUALCULTURE STUDIESM.A.Study code: 01700

Students may study for the M.A. degree in either Art History or VisualCulture Studies.

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE1.1 To be admitted to the course in Art History a candidate must

have one of the following qualifications:- A B.A. Honours in Art History- Any appropriate B.A. Honours qualification, subject to

preliminary examination and/or additional study, to bedecided in consultation with the Head of Department.

1.2 To be admitted to the course in Visual Culture Studies acandidate must have one of the following qualifications:- A B.A. Honours in Visual Culture Studies- An interdisciplinary B.A. Honours (Culture Studies) with

elective courses in Visual Culture Studies- Any appropriate B.A. Honours qualification, subject to

preliminary examination and/or additional study, to bedecided in consultation with the Head of Department.1.3 Candidates may register for the degree only after the Head of

Department has approved their admission and theircurriculum.

2. EXAMINATIONDepending on which option students choose below, they are examinedeither by dissertation, or on two publishable research articles, or by aminor research project and written examinations.

3. CURRICULUM (128 credits)Students must choose one of three options.

CODE FORM OF EXAMINATION CREDITS

Option 1: KGK700; or Dissertation 128

VCT700


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CODE FORM OF EXAMINATION CREDITS

Option 2: KGK702; or Two related, publishable articles 2 x 64 =

VCT702 128

CODE FORM OFEXAMINATION

CREDITS

KGK791 / VCT791 Minor research project 64

Option 3: KGK701 / VCT701 (3 hour writtenexamination)

16

KGK702 / VCT702 (3 hour writtenexamination)

16

KGK703 / VCT703 (3 hour writtenexamination)

16

KGK704 / VCT704 (1 hour oral examination) 16

REG. B36 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR ART HISTORY ANDVISUAL CULTURE STUDIESPh.D.

Study code: 01960

Postgraduate study towards the Ph.D. degree is offered in either ArtHistory or Visual Culture Studies.

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn addition to the general University regulations for admission to thePh.D. degree, students must also comply with the followingprerequisites:1.1 To be admitted to the Ph.D. in Art History, candidates must hold

one of the following qualifications:- an M.A. in Art History- any appropriate master's qualification, subject to preliminary

examining and/or additional study, to be determined inconsultation with the Head of Department.

1.2 To be admitted to the Ph.D. in Visual Culture Studies, candidatesmust hold one of the following qualifications:- an M.A. in Visual Culture Studies


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- an interdisciplinary M.A. (Culture Studies)with modules in VisualCulture Studies

- an M.A. in Art History- any applicable master's qualification, subject to preliminary

examining and/or additional study, to be determined inconsultation with the head of department.

2. CURRICULUM AND EXAMINATION (240 credits)

Students may acquire the Ph.D. degree by one of the following twomethods:2.1 A thesis (course code KGK900 or VCT900)on an approved research

topic in Art History or Visual Culture Studies chosen by thecandidate in consultation with the ppropriate supervisor(s).

2.2 Five related articles presented in a publishable format on anapproved research topic in either Art History (KGK905) or VisualCulture Studies (VCT905).

REG. B37 MAGISTER ARTIUM (FINE ARTS)M.A. (Fine Arts)Study code: 01790

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn addition to the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Informationabove, admission to the course is conditional upon a candidatepresenting a portfolio of artworks of a standard acceptable to the Headof Department.

2. EVALUATIONStudents are assessed by a combination of methods determined bytheir choice of modules. The methods comprise (1) presenting aportfolio of creative works; (2) writing a dissertation; and (3) writingexaminations.

3. CURRICULUM (240 credits)Students choose one of three options. The duration of each of the threeoptions is two years.


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Option 1 XMP709 Portfolio creative works 120

XMV791 Dissertation 120

Option 2XMP709 Portfolio creative works 120

XMA702 Two articles 120

Option 3

XMP709 Portfolio creative works 120

XME701 Examination 40



REG. B38 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR FINE ARTSPh.D.Study code: 01960

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE

Candidates must have completed a M.A. (Fine Arts) degree with aminimum of 60% and they must present a portfolio of artworks of astandard acceptable to the Head of Department.

2. CURRICULUM


YEARS 1 & 2 XDP901 Portfolio of creative works 120

XDA905 Two articles 120


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REG. B39 BACCALAUREUS MUSICAE HONORESB.MUS.HONS.Study code: 01540

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn addition to the requirements for admission mentioned above (1.4 inGeneral Information), students who wish to take Performing Art as theirspecialisation module must have gained at least 65% in Practical MusicStudy at level A, or 70% in Practical Music Study at level B in the thirdyear of their B.Mus. or B.A. (Music) degrees. Students who do notcomply with this requirement but who still wish to take Performing Artmay audition.

2. CONTINUOUS AND SUMMATIVE EVALUATIONThe practical and theoretical work of students is evaluated continuouslyby means appropriate to the different modules. The summativeevaluation of students performance skills, musicality, and theoreticalknowledge, likewise, is by means appropriate to the different practicaland theoretical aspects of each module.

3. CURRICULUM (124 credits)The curriculum is made up of (1) compulsory modules and (2) limited-option modules.

3.1 Compulsory modules (72 credits)


CSA609* Capita Selecta 36

MUE691 Research Essay on an approved topic 36


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* CSA609: In the Capita Selecta students take:1. Introduction to Research Methodology; and2. any three of:

Philosophy of MusicSociology of MusicMusic TheoryEthnomusicology

(Two examination papers)

3.2 Limited-option modules (52 credits)

Students must take any one of the following six specialisation options:

Option 1


RIM609 Readings in Musicology 36

MMG614 History of Music Subject Education 16

Option 2SMS609 Systematic Music Studies 36

MTP614 Music Theory Pedagogy 16

Option 3

MOP609 Music Education and Practice 36

OMT614 Teaching Media and MusicTechnology

16

Option 4*MUK609 Performing Art 36

REP614 Repertoire 16

Option 5*KRL609 Choral Directing 36


Option 6JAZ609 Jazz Study 36


*MUK609The concert programmes for these modules must be of a suitablemusical and technical level, and must be submitted for prior approvaland performed in public.


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The programme must consist of at least 50% solo works, but mayinclude a concerto or concert piece, chamber music or theaccompaniment of art songs.

The programme for singers must include one art song cycle, or acomplete opus number by one composer.

*KRL609Students are assessed in a written examination on choral techniques

(50% of the total mark) and on a choral recital of approximately 30minutes (50% of the total mark). The programme must be submitted forprior approval.

REG. B40 MAGISTER MUSICAEM.MUS.Study code: 01740

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn addition to the requirements for admission mentioned above (1.4 inGeneral Information), students must possess an honours degree in music,or other qualification(s) that can be accepted as equivalent. Students

who wish to take Performing Art as their specialisation direction mustpass an audition.



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3. CURRICULUM (128 credits)

Students must choose one of four options:

Option 1:Written examinationsand research paper


HIS708or

SMS708orMUO708

Historiographyor

Systematic Music StudiesorMusic Education Studies

32

32

32

RIM704 Readings in Musicology 16

RMT704 Readings in MusicTheory

16

MUE792or

ARL701

Dissertationorone publishable article

64

64

Option 2:Performing Art and aresearch paper on an

aspect of performingart

MUK701 Performing Art 32


MUE792

orARL701

Dissertation

orone publishable article

64

64

Option 3:Performing Art andresearch paper or

report




MUE791or

PJV701

Dissertationorproject report

32

32

Option 4:Dissertation

ortwo articles

MUS700

orARL702

Dissertation

ortwo publishable articles

128

128


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NOTE: MUK Performing Art The concert programmes for these modules must be of a suitable

musical and technical level, and must be submitted for priorapproval and performed in public.

Programmes for keyboard players and orchestral instrumentalistsmay include the following: chamber music (or vocal accompanimentof a suitable standard), a concerto (complete, or a concert piece for

soloist and orchestra). Singers may perform works intended forvoice and orchestra (like arias from operas or oratorios) with piano. The programmes for choral directing must consist of approved

choral repertoire.

REG. B41 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTORPh.D. (Music)Study code: 01960

ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEPlease see General Information 1.4 above.

Note: Candidates must consult the Head of Department aboutformalities of the course before registering.

The Ph.D. (Music) degree is awarded for a dissertation or fivepublishable articles.


MUS900or

ARL905

Doctoral dissertationorfive publishable articles

240

240

Total credits for the degree: 240


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REG. B42 DOCTOR MUSICAE (Pending final approval)D.MUS.Study code: 01961

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEPlease see General Information 1.4 above.

Note: Candidates must consult the Head of Department aboutformalities of the course before registering.


3. CURRICULUM (240 credits)Students must choose one of two options:

Option 1:Performing Artand research

paper(s) on anaspect of

performing art





MUE991or

ARL902

Dissertation

ortwo publishable articles

132

132

Option 2:

Performing Artand a lecture

demonstration orreport




MUK904 Performing Art 36LDM992

orPJV901

Public lecture demonstrationorProject report

96

96


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NOTE: MUK Performing Art1. The concert programmes for these modules must be of a suitable

musical and technical level, and must be submitted for priorapproval and performed in public.

2. Organistsmust perform 3 or 4 recitals.3. Singersmust present at least one art song recital.4. All other candidates must present at least one from A and one

from B:

A(i) a solo recital (keyboard and string instruments)(ii) a concerto or concert piece performed with orchestra

(keyboard and orchestral instruments)(iii) a duo recital with piano (all orchestral instruments)

B(i) a chamber music recital (keyboard and orchestral instruments)(ii) accompaniment of an art song recital (piano)

5. Choral Directing: The programmes must consist of approvedchoral repertoire.


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR GENERAL HUMANITIESDEGREES

1. POSTGRADUATE DEGREES

Postgraduate degrees are awarded in the following subjects:African Languages *Afrikaans and Dutch *AnthropologyArt History and Visual CultureBiblical StudiesBusiness ManagementCriminologyEconomicsEnglish *French *GeographyGerman *Greek

HistoryLatin *Linguistics *Near Eastern StudiesPhilosophy.Political SciencePsychologySemitic LanguagesSign Language *SociologyTheology

2. DETAILS OF POSTGRADUATE DEGREES IN LANGUAGES

For details of postgraduate degrees in languages and linguistics (thosesubjects marked above with an asterisk*)see the Programme for LanguageStudies below.


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ANTHROPOLOGY


ANTHROPOLOGYB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

PREREQUISITES AND INFORMATIONIn addition to the general prerequisites for admission to theB.A. Honours, the following provisions are applicable:1. Admission to the honours degree in Anthropology is subject to

approval by the head of department.2. Students must have completed a three-year bachelor's degree, or

be in possession of an equivalent qualification, in which case anadditional evaluation may be required before admission.

In addition to their formal studies, students are expected to take part inexcursions, conferences, seminars and lectures by visiting speakers.

1. CURRICULUM (128 credits)The curriculum is made up of(1) two compulsory modules that form 50% of the course and which

are examined in two three-hour papers(2) an option part forming 25% of the course in which students choose

a module from a prescribed list. The module is examined in onethree-hour paper.

(3) a further option part forming 25% of the course in which studentschoose either a second module from the prescribed list forexamination in a three-hour paper or an approved topic on whichthey write either a minor research project or a publishable article.


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CODE MODULE CREDITS

ANT618 Historical / philosophical / (meta)theoretical /methodological tendencies

32

ANT628 Advanced studies in culture 32

1.2 Option part (32 credits)Students must choose one of the following modules in consultation withthe Head of Department. All the modules carry 32 credits.

CODE MODULE

ANT638 Political Anthropology

ANT639 Medical Anthropology

ANT640 Economic Anthropology

ANT641 Juridical Anthropology

ANT642 Anthropology and education

ANT643 Anthropology and religion

ANT644 Anthropology and art

ANT645 Anthropology and social structures

ANT646 Ethnology

ANT647 Anthropology and urbanisation

ANT648 Anthropology and practice

1.3 Further option part (32 credits):Students must choose either a second module from the list in 1.2 abovefor examination

or

ANT691 Minor research project or publishable article combining fieldworkwith the knowledge gained in the module chosen in 1.2 above.


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REG. B44 MAGISTER ARTIUM ANTHROPOLOGYM.A.Study code: 01700

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREESubject to the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Information,

students may be admitted to the Masters degree in CulturalAnthropology if they have any Bachelors degree.

2. EXAMINATIONDepending on which option students choose below, they are examinedeither by dissertation or by a minor research project and three three-hour examinations


Students must choose one of two options.

Option 1CODE MODULE CREDITS

ANT700 Dissertation 128

Option 2

CODE MODULE CREDITS

ANT791 Minor research project 32

ANT718 Scope, schools of thought, philosophyof science in anthropology

32

ANT728 Advanced study of culture 32

ANT738 Methodology and ethics 32


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REG. B45 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR ANTHROPOLOGYPh.D.Study code: 01960

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREESubject to the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Information,

students may be admitted to the Doctors degree in CulturalAnthropology if they have any Masters degree.

2. CURRICULUM AND EXAMINATION (256 credits)Students must write a thesis (course code ANT900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor and the Head of Department.

B46 ART HISTORY AND VISUAL CULTURE STUDY

See above in the Programme for the Arts.

B47 BIBLICAL STUDIES

See the Calendar for the Faculty of Theology.

B48 BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

See the Calendar of the Faculty for Economic and ManagementSciences.


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CRIMINOLOGY


CRIMINOLOGYB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

The B.A.Hons. in Criminology is awarded only as an "exit" degree, tostudents who register for the Master's degree and complete the firstyear of the structured Masters degree but who do not continue andcomplete the second year.

REG. B50 MAGISTER ARTIUM CRIMINOLOGYM.A.

Study code: 01700

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREESubject to the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Information,students may be admitted to the Masters degree in Criminology if(1) they have a Bachelors degree with 96 credits in Criminology or (2) ifthey have an Honours degree in Criminology. Students with an Honoursdegree may, with the permission of the Head of Department and on theconditions he may set, be required to write only a mini-dissertation(KRM791) carrying 128 credits. These students will in effect be in thesecond year of the structured M.A. degree [course work and mini-dissertation (see 5 below)].

Candidates must apply for admission: UFS students with uninterrupted

study records may apply to the Head of Department; UFS students whohave interrupted their studies and students from other universities mustapply directly to the administration (Academic Student Services section).


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Admission is subject to departmental approval on the basis of themaintenance of high academic standards at the undergraduate and/orhonours level(s) and, in cases where more than two years have elapsedsince the awarding of the preliminary qualification, to selection criteriadetermined by the head of department.

2. "EXIT" LEVELStudents who complete the first year of the structured degree but who

do not go on to complete the second year may exit with a B.A. Hons.(Criminology).

3. CURRICULUM AND EXAMINATION (256 credits)Students must choose one of the options below, and depending on theirchoice they are assessed either by dissertation or by the examination ofcourse work [with three three-hour examinations (the first year) and a mini-dissertation (the second year)].

4. OPTION 1: Degree by dissertation

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KRM700 Dissertation on an approved topic 128

5. OPTION 2: Degree by coursework and mini-dissertation

5.1 The first year (128 credits):Compulsory module (32 credits):

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KRM728 Methodology of Criminology and specific researchmethods

32


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Option modules (96 credits): students must chose three modules fromthe table below in consultation with the Head of Department.

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KRM718 Advanced criminological theory 32

KRM738 Advanced penological theory 32

KRM748 Sentencing 32

KRM758 Physical anthropology of criminality 32KRM768 Juvenile crime 32

KRM778 Crime prevention 32

KRM788 Victimology 32

5.2 The second year (128 credits)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KRM791 Mini-dissertation 128

REG. B51 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR CRIMINOLOGY

Ph.D.Study code: 01960

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREECandidates must apply for admission: UFS students with uninterruptedstudy records may apply to the Head of Department; UFS students whohave interrupted their studies and students from other universities mustapply directly to the administration (Academic Student Services section).

Admission is subject to departmental approval on the basis of themaintenance of high academic standards, a preliminary examination orany other selection criteria determined by the head of department.

2. CURRICULUM (256 credits)Students must write a thesis (course code KRM900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor and the Head of Department.


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B52 ECONOMICS

See the Calendar of the Faculty of Economic and ManagementSciences.

B53 GEOGRAPHY

See the Calendar of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences.

B54 GREEK

See the Calendar of the Faculty of Theology.


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HISTORY

REG. B55 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES HISTORY

B.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

PREREQUISITES AND INFORMATIONIn addition to the general prerequisites for admission to theB.A. Honours, the following provisions are applicable:1. Admission to the honours degree in History is subject to approval

by the head of department.2. Students must have completed a three-year bachelor's degree, or

be in possession of an equivalent qualification, in which case anadditional evaluation may be required before admission.

CURRICULUM

A taught course comprising four three-hour papers (32 credits each): GES601 Subject theory, research methodology and modern

historiography (32 credits) GES602 South African history (32 credits) GES603 The history of Africa (32 credits) GES604 The history of the world (32 credits)

(Total: 4 x 32 = 128)OR

Candidates take a taught course comprising a compulsory paper(GES601), any two of the remaining three papers (GES602, GES603,GES604) and EITHER (i) a fourth paper of at least 32 credits from arelated discipline, OR (ii) write a minor research project of 50-60 pagestext (GES691), OR (iii) do a structured internship (GES605)at a suitableinstitution offering in-service training (such as the Department of LandAffairs, the National Museum, or the Free State Archives). In the case ofGES605, students will complete the course either by writing a formalexamination or by presenting a research report.

(Total credits 4 x 32 = 128)


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REG. B56 MAGISTER ARTIUM HISTORYM.A.Study code: 01700

PREREQUISITES AND INFORMATIONIn addition to the general prerequisites for admission to study for a

masters degree, the following requirements apply:1. Admission to the masters degree in History is subject to the

approval of the head of department.2. Students must hold at least a bachelors degree, in which case an

additional evaluation for admission may be required.

CURRICULUM

Dissertation GES700 (128 credits)A topic selected by the candidate in consultation with a supervisor in thedepartment.orA structured course comprising

(i) six research seminars (three 24-credit modules) and(ii) a minor research project (56 credits):

GES701 (2 x 12-credit seminars) (24 credits) GES702 (2 x 12-credit seminars) (24 credits) GES703 (2 x 12-credit seminars) (24 credits) GES791 (minor research project) (56 credits)

(Each of the research modules, GES701, GES702 and GES703, comprises twoindependent, but related seminar topics to be chosen by the candidate inconsultation with the lecturer concerned.)

(Total: 128 credits)orA taught course comprising four three-hour question papers, based onthe fields of interest and specialist areas of the lecturers involved: GES704 (32 credits) GES705 (32 credits) GES706 (32 credits) GES707 (32 credits)

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1. The course is offered on a part-time basis only, and is to be takenover two years.

2. The lecturers concerned will specify the topics to be taught tostudents.

ASSESSMENT1. Assessment will include internal assessment, external assessment

and moderation.2. The research component of the masters degree (seminars, minorresearch project or dissertation) must demonstrate autonomousresearch, independent judgement and insight.

REG. B57 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR HISTORYPh.D.Study code: 01960

PREREQUISITES AND INFORMATION (240 credits)In addition to the general prerequisites for admission to doctoral study1. Admission to the Ph.D. in History is subject to the approval of the

head of department.2. Students must hold a master's degree in History or any other

master's degree. In the latter case, an additional evaluation foradmission may be required.

CURRICULUMA thesis (course code GES900) on a research topic chosen by thecandidate in consultation with the supervisor. The thesis mustdemonstrate independent, penetrating research which will make anoriginal scholarly contribution to existing knowledge in the discipline.

ASSESSMENTThe degree will be awarded after successful completion and

assessment of the thesis by a panel of internal and external examiners.


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NEAR EASTERN STUDIES

REG. B58 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (NEAR

EASTERN STUDIES)B.A.Hons. (Near Eastern Studies)Study code: 01500

The B.A.Hons. (Near Eastern Studies)course is the same as that of thefirst year of the structured/taught master's degree [see M.A. (Near EasternStudies) immediately below]. The Honours degree is awarded to studentswho register for and complete the Honours degree, and as an exitdegree to students who register for the Masters degree anddiscontinue studies after completing the first year.

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEThe Head of Department has the authority to approve and accept

candidates who may otherwise not strictly fulfil the general requirementsof the University for admission.

2. CURRICULUM AND EXAMINATIONIn consultation with the Head of Department, students choose(1) a minimum of two modules from a table of four thematic Near

Eastern Studies modules below (32 credits each);(2) two further modules (32 credits each), which may be further modules

from the table of thematic Near Eastern Studies modules ormodules from a related discipline, subject to the approval of bothDepartments.

Each module is examined in a three-hour written paper or in an oral

examination of at least an hour.


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THEMATIC NEAR EASTERN MODULES

CODE MODULE CREDITS

NOS618 32

NOS628 32

NOS638 32

NOS648 32

3. CONTENT OF MODULESFor the content of modules see 4. below in M.A. (Near Eastern Studies).

REG. B59 MAGISTER ARTIUM (NEAR EASTERN STUDIES)M.A. (Near Eastern Studies)Study code: 01751

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE1.1 The Head of Department has the authority to approve and

accept candidates who may otherwise not strictly fulfil the

general requirements of the University for admission.1.2 Students may be admitted to the Masters degree in NearEastern Studies (1) if they have an Honours degree, or anequivalent qualification, in Near Eastern Studies, or (2) if theyhave an appropriate Bachelors degree. Students with anHonours degree may, with the permission of the Head ofDepartment and subject to their being required to take anadditional module or additional modules, be awarded the M.A.degree after submitting a mini-dissertation carrying 128credits. Students with a B.A. degree must take both years ofthe structured M.A. course.

2. DISSERTATION NOS700 (128 credits)

3. THE CURRICULUM OF THE STRUCTURED M.A.

3.1 The first year (128 credits)In consultation with the Head of Department, students choose


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(1) a minimum of two modules from the table of four thematic NearEastern Studies modules below (32 credits each);

(2) two further modules (32 credits each), which may be further modulesfrom the table of thematic Near Eastern Studies modules ormodules from a related discipline, subject to the approval of bothDepartments.

Each module is examined in a three-hour written paper or in an oral

examination of at least an hour.

THEMATIC NEAR EASTERN MODULES

CODE MODULE CREDITS

NOS718 see par. 3 32




3.2 The second year (128 credits)Students must choose one of three options. Any module is examined ina three-hour written paper or in an oral examination of at least an hour

Option 1:NOS790 Mini-thesis 128

Option 2:NOS758 see par. 3 32


NOS791 Mini-dissertation 64

Option 3:






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4. THE CONTENT OF MODULESModules for the curricula of the B.A.Hons. (Near Eastern Studies)degreeand the M.A. (Near Eastern Studies) degree are compiled from thefollowing topics in consultation with the Head of Department:

(1) The translation of Biblical and religious texts(2) Qumran, Judaism and the origin of Christianity

(3) Women and gender in the tradition and in criticism(4) Comparative religion : the Near East and Africa(5) The culture and art of the Near East(6) The Near East and the languages of the Bible(7) The Near East and the literature of the Bible

REG. B60 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR NEAR EASTERNSTUDIESPh.D.Study code: 01960

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE

The Head of Department has the authority to approve and acceptcandidates who may otherwise not strictly fulfil the general requirementsof the University for admission.

2. CURRICULUM AND EXAMINATION (256 credits)Students must write a thesis (course code NOS900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor and the Head of Department.


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PHILOSOPHY


PHILOSOPHYB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

1. CURRICULUM (120 CREDITS)Students take the following modules:

CODE MODULE CREDITS

WYS601 Discourse analysis 40

WYS602 Ethics 40

WYS691 Minor research project in discourse analysis orethics

40

REG. B62 MAGISTER ARTIUM PHILOSOPHYM.A.Study code: 01700

CURRICULUM (128 CREDITS)Students write a dissertation on an approved topic (course code WYS700).

REG. B63 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR PHILOSOPHYPh.D.Study code: 01960

CURRICULUMStudents write a thesis on an approved topic (course code WYS900).


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POLITICAL SCIENCE

REG. B64 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES POLITICAL SCIENCEB.A.Hons.

Study code: 01500

1. CURRICULUM (128 CREDITS) AND EXAMINATIONThe course is made up of(1) two compulsory modules(2) three limited-option modules

Students write four examinations papers and are also assessed on acompulsory minor research project or on an internship and a report.



PTW601 Methodology and Research Proposal (markedequally) 24

PTW691 Minor research project: a minor research project( 8 000 words)proceeding from independentresearch in the context of the research proposal(PTW601)

OR

An internship in the civil service and thesubmission of an appropriate report

32

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PTW602 Political Philosophy and Theory 24

PTW603 The Political Environment 24

and

PTW604 Co-operative Government (PTW603 is a prerequisitefor PTW604)

24

PTW605 Political Transformation and Political Management 24

andPTW606 Political Forecasting (PTW605 is a prerequisite for

PTW606)24

PTW607 International Political Management 24

and

PTW608 Political Risk Analysis (PTW607 is a prerequisite forPTW608)

24

PTW609 A paper, carrying the same number of credits,from the honours syllabus of anotherundergraduate major subject

24

REG. B65 MAGISTER ARTIUM POLITICAL SCIENCEM.A.Study code: 01700

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn addition to the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Information,candidates who do not hold an acceptable methodological qualificationwill be required to register simultaneously for the methodology modulePTW601.

2. CURRICULUMStudents write a dissertation on an approved topic (course code PTW700).


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REG. B66 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR POLITICAL SCIENCEPh.D.Study code: 01960

Students are examined orally and by a thesis on an approved topic(course code PTW900).

B67 SEMITIC LANGUAGES


SOCIOLOGY

The Sociology degrees below are those that fall under the GeneralProgramme courses. For the specialized courses in Sociology see the

Postgraduate Programme in Human and Societal Dynamics.

REG. B68 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES SOCIOLOGYB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

The B.A. Honours degree in Sociology is awarded only as an "exit"degree, to students who register for the structured Master's degree andcomplete the first year but not the second year of the course.


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REG. B69 MAGISTER ARTIUM SOCIOLOGYM.A.Study code: 01700

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREETo comply with the requirements mentioned in 1.4 of General

Information, candidates must hold a B.A. with 96 credits in Sociology oran Honours degree in Sociology. Candidates must apply for admission:UFS students with uninterrupted study records may apply to the Head ofDepartment; UFS students who have interrupted their studies andstudents from other universities must apply directly to the administration(Academic Student Services section).

2. CURRICULUM

2.1 The degree by dissertation (128 credits)Students who already hold a B.A.Hons. in Sociology may apply to theHead of Department to register for the Master's degree by dissertation.These students will in effect be taking the second year of the structured

M.A. degree course.

2.2 The structured M.A. degree

2.2.1 The first year (128 credits)

Compulsory modules (64 credits)


SOS718 Sociological theory 32

SOS728 Social research 32

Optional modules (64 credits)

Students must choose two modules from the table.


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SOS738 The sociology of developing societies 32

SOS748 The sociology of population and the environment 32

SOS758 The sociology of gender 32

SOS768 The sociology of deviant behaviour 32

SOS788 Capital Selecta from specialist subjects insociology

32

2.2.2 The second year (128 credits)


SOS791 Mini-dissertation 128

2.3 M.A. in Sociology: dissertation


SOS700 Dissertation on an approved topic 128

REG. B70 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR SOCIOLOGYPh.D.Study code: 01960

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREECandidates must apply for admission: UFS students with uninterruptedstudy records may apply to the Head of Department; UFS students whohave interrupted their studies and students from other universities mustapply directly to the administration (Academic Student Services section).

2. CURRICILUM (256 credits)Students must write a thesis (course code: SOS900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor and the Head of Department.

REG. B71 THEOLOGY



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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR AFRICA STUDIES


AFRICA STUDIESB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

The B.A.Hons. degree in Africa Studies is awarded only as an "exit"degree, to students who register for the structured Masters degree andcomplete the first year but not the second year of the course.

REG. B73 MAGISTER ARTIUM (AFRICA STUDIES)M.A. (Africa Studies)Study code: 01708

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEIn general, students must fulfil the requirements mentioned in 1.4 ofGeneral Information; but students may in approved cases be admitted tothe course with a B.A. or a four-year diploma that has not focusedspecifically on Africa Studies.

Students with an Honours degree or an equivalent qualification mayalso be admitted. They will be required to write only a dissertationcarrying 128 credits (ACS700), or to follow the second year of thestructured M.A.

In certain cases the Department may require students to take additionalmodules.

2. M.A. DEGREE BY DISSERTATIONStudents with an Honours degree or an equivalent qualification mayacquire the Masters degree by submitting a dissertation carrying 128credits (ACS700).


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3. M.A. DEGREE BY STRUCTURED COURSE

3.1 The first year (128 credits)Students must take the following four modules:

CODE MODULE CREDITS

ACS701 Development and Underdevelopment in Africa 32

ACS702 Historical and Political Environment in Africa 32ACS703 Environment and Resources of Africa 32

ACS704 Research Methodology and Project Structuring 32

3.2 The second year (128 credits)Students must choose one of the specialist fields below. Each specialistfield requires students to take two modules (32 credits each)and write amin-dissertation (64 credits).

Specialist fields: Relevant codes

Agricultural Economics in Africa ALE718; ALE728; ALE791Political Restructuring and Regime Politics APH718; APH728; APH791Urban and Rural Development in Africa ASL718; ASL728; ASL791Tourism and Eco-Tourism in Africa ATE718; ATE728; ATE791Land issues and Culture in Africa AGK718; AGK728; AGK791Africa Identities and Renaissance AIR718; AIR728; AIR791Capita Selecta ACS718; ACS728; ACS791

REG. B74 PHILOSOPHIA DOCTOR AFRICA STUDIESPh.D.Study code: 01960

CURRICULUMStudents must write a thesis (course code ACS900)on a topic chosen in

consultation with the supervisor and the Head of Department.


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR GENDER STUDIES

REG. B75 CERTIFICATE (GENDER STUDIES)

Study code: 01013

The Certificate (Gender Studies) is awarded only to students who haveregistered for the M.A. (Gender Studies) (see below)and complete at least64 credits of the M.A. course before stopping their studies.

REG. B76 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA (GENDER STUDIES)Study code: 01014

The Diploma (Gender Studies) is awarded only to students who haveregistered for the M.A. (Gender Studies) (see below)but complete only the

first year of the course.

REG. B77 MAGISTER ARTIUM (GENDER STUDIES)M.A. (Gender Studies)Study code: 01701

3.1 ADMISSION TO THE DEGREE

Students are admitted to the degree if they fulfil the requirementsmentioned in 1.4 of General Information, but with the concession that awide range of B.A. courses are considered appropriate for admission.


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3.2. CURRICULUM

3.2.1 Modules for the first year (128 credits)

Compulsorymodules

CODE MODULE CREDITS

GIT708 Institutional transformation 32

GTN708 Feminist theory and research

methodology

32

Two modulesmust bechosen

CODE MODULE CREDITS

GAW708 Gender and work 32

GHE708 Gender and health 32

GAL708 Gender and the law 32

GVC708 Gender and visual culture 32

GOM708 Feminist critique and socialchange

32

GDE708 Gender and development 32

GSE708 Gender and the politics of security 32

CGM780 Gender, education and

management

32

GTA708 Gender and tradition 32

3.2.2 Modules for the second year (128 credits)

EitherCODE MODULE CREDITS

GEM791 Mini-dissertation 128

or

Four further modules from the table above (128 credits)


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR CULTURE STUDIES

REG. B78 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (CULTURE

STUDIES)B.A.Hons. (Culture Studies)Study code: 01501

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEStudents are admitted to the degree if they fulfil the requirementsmentioned in 1.4 of General Information, but with the concession thatvarious B.A. degrees not only B.A. (Culture Studies) are consideredappropriate for admission. Students will, however, be evaluated wherenecessary, and may be required to take additional modules.

2. CURRICULUM (120 credits)The inter-disciplinary Honours Culture Studies course is compiled

mainly from five modules from Cultural Anthropology, History,Philosophy, Near Eastern Studies and Visual Cultural Studies. Studentsmust acquaint themselves with the Honours modules in these courses.

Students must take the following modules:

PAPER CODE MODULE CREDITS

KUH601 Cultural Anthropology 8

KUH602 Philosophy 8

1 KUH603 History 8

KUH604 Visual Cultural Studies 8

KUH605 Near Eastern Studies 8

2 KUH606 Inter-disciplinary Course 40

3 KUH607 Research project 40


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REG. B79 MAGISTER ARTIUM (CULTURE STUDIES)M.A. (Culture Studies)Study code: 01706

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEStudents are admitted to the degree if they fulfil the requirements

mentioned in 1.4 of General Information, but with the concession thatvarious B.A.Hons. degrees not only B.A.Hons. (Culture Studies) and various four-year B.A. degrees are considered appropriate foradmission. Students will, however, be evaluated where necessary, andmay be required to take additional modules.

2. CURRICULUM (120 CREDITS)The inter-disciplinary M.A. Culture Studies is compiled mainly frommodules from Cultural Anthropology, History, History of Art, NearEastern Studies, Philosophy and Visual Cultural Studies. Students mustacquaint themselves with the modules for the Masters degrees in thesecourses.

Students must choose one of two options:

Either

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KUM700 Dissertation 120

or

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KUM701 Inter-disciplinary course 30

KUM702 Inter-disciplinary course 30

KUM791 Mini-dissertation 60


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REG. B80 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTORPh.D. (Culture Studies)Study code: 01900

1. ADMISSION TO THE DEGREEStudents are admitted to the degree if they fulfil the requirements

mentioned in 1.4 of General Information, but with the concession thatvarious M.A. degrees not only M.A. (Culture Studies) areconsidered appropriate for admission.

2. CURRICULUM (120 CREDITS)As the Ph.D. (Culture Studies) is an inter-disciplinary degree, candidatesmust acquaint themselves with the requirements for doctoral studiesmentioned by the disciplines of Cultural Anthropology, History, History ofArt, Near Eastern Studies, Philosophy and Visual Cultural Studies.

Students must write a thesis (course code KUD900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor, the Head of Department, as well as theProgramme Director. In addition, students will be required to defend

their thesis before a panel of referees.


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR THE PROFESSIONS INCOMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION

REG. B81 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORESB.A.Hons.Study code: 01500

The B.A.Hons. degree in any of the four courses offered by thisProgramme is awarded only as an "exit" degree, to students who haveregistered for the Master's degree but discontinue their studies aftersuccessfully completing the first year of the course. Students whoexercise this option must apply to the Programme Director and must payan administration fee.

REG. B82 MAGISTER ARTIUM (COMMUNICATION SCIENCE)M.A. (Communication Science)Study code: 01705


2. Modules for the first year (128 credits)Compulsory modules (64 credits)

COURSE CODE MODULE CREDITS

Comm. Science KOM710 Communication theory(compulsory)

32

KOM711 Research methodology(compulsory)

32

Optional modules: students must choose any two modules from thetable below (64 credits).


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KOM712 Educational communication 32

KOM713 Intercultural communication 32

Comm. Science KOM714 Developmental communication 32

KOM715 Speech communication 32

KOM716 Political communication 32

KOM717 Global communication 32

KOM718 Capita selecta 32

3. Modules for the second year (128 credits)

Either

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KOM700 Dissertation 128

or:

a continuation of the two chosen first-year modules (64 credits).

COURSE CODE NAME OF MODULE CREDITS

Comm. Science GKM720 Advanced educationalcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM721 Advanced interculturalcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM722 Advanced developmentalcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM723 Advanced speechcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM724 Advanced politicalcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM725 Advanced globalcommunication

32

Comm. Science GKM726 Capita Selecta 32

PLUS

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KOM791 Mini-dissertation 64


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REG. B83 MAGISTER ARTIUM (CORPORATECOMMUNICATION)M.A. (Corporate Communication)Study code: 01703


2. Modules for the first year (128 credits)


Comm. Science KOM710 Communication theory 32

KOM711 Research methodology 32

Industrial Comm. BKO710 Managerial communication 32

BKO712 Corporate and organisationalcommunication

32


Either

CODE MODULE CREDITS

COR700 Dissertation 128

or:


Industrial Comm. BKO721 Contemporary issues incorporate communication

16

Industrial Comm. BKO724 Internship (CorporateCommunication)

48

PLUS

CODE MODULE CREDITS

COR791 Mini-dissertation 64


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REG. B84 MAGISTER ARTIUM (INTEGRATED MARKETINGCOMMUNICATION)M.A. (Integrated Marketing Communication)Study code: 01704




Comm. Science KOM710 Communication theory 32



BKO713 Integrated marketingcommunication

32


Either

CODE MODULE CREDITS

IMC700 Dissertation 128

or:


IndustrialComm.

BKO722 Contemporary issues in integratedmarketing communication

16

BKO725 Internship (Integrated MarketingCommunication)

48

PLUS

CODE MODULE CREDITS

IMC791 Mini-dissertation 64


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REG. B85 MAGISTER ARTIUM (MEDIA STUDIES)M.A. (Media Studies)Study code: 01702



COURSE CODE MODULE CREDITSComm. Science KOM710 Communication theory 32



BKO711 Media studies 32


Either

CODE MODULE CREDITS

KOM700 Dissertation 128

or:


Industrial Comm. BKO720 Contemporary issues inmedia studies

16

BKO723 Internship (Media Studies) 48

PLUS

CODE MODULE CREDITS

MDJ791 Mini-dissertation 64


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REG. B86 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTORPh.D.Study code: 01960

CURRICULUMStudents must write a thesis (course code KOM900)on a topic chosen in

consultation with the supervisor and the Programme Director.


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POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMME FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES

1. COURSES OFFEREDB.A. Honours, M.A. and Ph.D. courses are offered in Linguistics and inthe following languages:

African Languages

Afrikaans and DutchEnglishFrenchGermanLatinSign Language

(For postgraduate courses in Greek and Semitic Languages see the Calendar ofthe Faculty of Theology.)

2. ADMISSION TO COURSESIn general students are admitted to any course if they fulfil therequirements mentioned in 1.4 of General Information. But as certain

courses may have specific additional requirements for admission, orhave specific requirements about the modules to be taken, studentsmust consult the relevant Head of Department and acquaint themselveswith the Department Course Guide before registering for any course.

The modules offered by the different disciplines, from which studentsmust form their curricula, are given below:


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AFRICAN LANGUAGES

REG. B87 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (LANGUAGE

STUDIES) AFRICAN LANGUAGESB.A.Hons. (Language Studies) African LanguagesStudy code: 01502

The Honours course is the equivalent of the first year of the M.A.course, and students with the Honours degree may enter the M.A.course at second year level.

Students must choose modules carrying 128 credits.

Linguistics

options(Maximum:

4 modules)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFW608 Morphology in African languages 32

ASE608 Semantics in African languages 32

ASY608 Syntax in African languages 32

ASO608 Sociolinguistics and Pragmatics inAfrican languages

32

AAL608 Applied Linguistics in AfricanLanguages

32

Literature

options

(Maximum:

4 modules)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFA608 Approaches to African Literature 32

AFC608 Selected Genre in an AfricanLanguage

32

AFD608 Further selected Genre in anAfrican Language

32

AFE608 Another selected Genre in anAfrican Language

32

AFG608 Period in an African Language 32

AFH608 Specialist Author 32


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REG. B88 MAGISTER ARTIUM (LANGUAGE STUDIES) AFRICAN LANGUAGESM.A. (Language Studies) African LanguagesStudy code: 01718


Linguistics

options

(Maximum:

4 modules)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFW708 Morphology in African languages 32

ASE708 Semantics in African languages 32

ASY708 Syntax in African languages 32

ASO708 Sociolinguistics and Pragmatics inAfrican languages

32

AAL708 Applied Linguistics in AfricanLanguages

32

Literature

options

(Maximum:4 modules)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFA708 Approaches to African Literature 32

AFC708 Selected Genre in an AfricanLanguage

32

AFD708 Further selected Genre in anAfrican Language 32

AFE708 Another selected Genre in anAfrican Language

32

AFF708 Prose in an African Language 32

AFG708 Period in an African Language 32

AFH708 Specialist Author 32

2. Modules for the second year (128 credits):Either:

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFL700 Dissertation 128

or:


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Language

options

(Maximum:

1 module)

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFX708 Sociology of Language in Africanlanguages

32

AFQ708 Lexicography and Terminographyin African languages

32

Literatureoptions

(Maximum:

2 modules)

CODE MODULE(Select: max 4 x 32-credit modules)

CREDITS

AFU708 A further specialist author inAfrican Languages 32

AFV708 African literature in English 32

ADL708 Oral Literature in Africanlanguages

32

AFZ708 Childrens Literature in AfricanLanguages

32

PLUS:

CODE MODULE CREDITS

AFL791 Mini-dissertation 64

REG. B89 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR AFRICAN LANGUAGESPh.D.Study code: 01960

CURRICULUMStudents must write a thesis (course code AKT900)on a topic chosen inconsultation with the supervisor and Head of Department.


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AFRIKAANS EN NEDERLANDS

REG. B90 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (LANGUAGE

Documents

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