2015 Queenstown Campus Prospectus - Walter Sisulu University

WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY

Faculty of Education, Finance and Management Sciences

QUEENSTOWN CAMPUS PROSPECTUS 2015

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Campus overview l page i

Walter Sisulu University - Make your dreams come true

WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY

QUEENSTOWN CAMPUS

Prospectus 2015

Faculty of Education, Finance and Management

MTHATHA CAMPUS FACULTY OF EDUCATION, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT PROSPECTUS 2015 …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………



How to use this prospectus

Note that this prospectus contains material and information applicable to the whole Campus.

It also contains detailed information and specific requirements applicable to programmes that are offered by the Campus.

This prospectus should be read in conjunction with the General Prospectus which includes the University’s General Rules & Regulations, which is a valuable source of information.

Students are encouraged to contact the Academic Head of the relevant campus if they are unsure of a rule or an interpretation.

Disclaimer

Although the information contained in this prospectus has been compiled as accurately as possible, WSU accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. WSU reserves the right to make any necessary alterations to this prospectus as and when the need may arise. This prospectus is published for the 2015 academic year.

Offering of programmes and/or courses is not guaranteed

Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as described in this prospectus is not guaranteed and may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available.




IN THIS PROSPECTUS:

How to use this Prospectus

Page i

Message from the Campus Rector

Page 1

1. Vision

2. Mission 3. Values

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4. Areas of Research

and Niche Specialists

Page 4

5. Support Services

Page 5

6. Campus Delivery Sites

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7. Contact Details

Page 9

8. Office Bearers

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9. Academic

Administration

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10. Academic Staff

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11. Faculty of Education, Finance and Management

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11.1 Department of Teacher Education

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11.2 Department of Finance and Management

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11.3 Programmes

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12. Contact Details of other Campuses

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MESSAGE FROM THE CAMPUS RECTOR Welcome to the Queenstown Campus! The primary mandate of the Campus is to prepare and provide: Professionals of the highest calibre in human resource management,

public management, internal auditing, financial information systems and accountancy, inter alia - for the local, regional, national and wider economic environment.

Highly skilled teachers in initial, intermediate, senior and further phase education, and business and natural sciences, inter alia - for the school system in the Eastern Cape, South Africa and neighbouring countries;

Community workers with relevant scientific knowledge and skills. Proficient researchers as a precondition for scholarly development. To students: the Queenstown Campus is committed to ensure quality programme offerings that will empower you to realise your dreams! Our core business focuses on your success, and our support services want to ensure your achievement. The information provided in this prospectus is intended to enable students to get a deeper insight into the vision and mission of the Queenstown Campus, its organisational structure and its programme qualification mix. The vision and mission of the Queenstown Campus devolve from, and are located in the contexts of the vision and mission of Walter Sisulu University respectively. The vision of the University namely, to be a leading African comprehensive university focusing on innovative educational, research and community partnership programmes that are responsive to local, regional, national development priorities, and cognisant of continental and international imperatives, resonates appropriately with that of the Campus namely, to be a leading Campus in the preparation and provision of professionals of the highest quality in the fields of business and selected areas of teacher education, as well as finance and human resource management, and in the upliftment of regional, provincial and national communities through appropriate community development interventions. It is that portion of the broad spectrum of the mission of the University - referring to the provision of affordable, appropriate, career-focused and professional programmes that address rural development and urban renewal with primary emphasis on research and development studies - which resonates aptly with the mission of the Campus, namely: Focus on relevant, quality assured and unique programmes in human resource management,

public management, internal auditing, financial information systems and accountancy.




Commitment to excellence in the provision of programmes for the initial professional education of teachers (pre-service), continuing professional teacher development (in-service) which are geared towards equipping both future and serving teachers with relevant knowledge and skills of the highest quality, with emphasis on teachers in the fields of business and mathematics, science and technology, as well as other critical school learning (subject) fields.

In order to deliver on the above-mentioned mandates, the Campus has identified seven programme focus areas for 2015, namely: Human Resource Management (HRM) Public Management (PM) Internal Auditing (IA) Financial Information Systems (FIS) Accountancy (AC) Advanced Certification in Education (ACE) Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) The Campus organisational structure is reconfigured in line with these programme focus areas. There are, as a result, for 2015 two Departments, namely: The Department of Teachers Education (DTE) The Department of Finance and Management (DFM). The Department of Teacher Education (DTE) comprises selected programmes which are designed for the preparation and provision of teachers for the school system. The Department of Finance and Management (DFM) comprises selected programmes which are designed for the preparation and provision of professionals for the business and public sector environments. Notwithstanding a great demand for research activity and development in all fields of study on Campus, a few priority research niche areas have been identified in terms of short, medium and longer term development. In addition to available research capacity on Campus, especially in continuing professional teacher development, a research fellow have been appointed and has commenced duties at the end of 2014, focusing on the following identified priority research niche areas: A problem-based model for learning and teaching Infusion of HIV/AIDS in teacher education and other programmes Investigation into the nature, scope and significance of community focused education and training Striking a balance between Professional Content Knowledge (PCK) and Academic Content Knowledge (ACK) on

the one hand, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and School Based Experience (SBE) in Professional Education and Training teacher education programmes




Development challenges of rural and urban communities. For the Queenstown Campus to respond effectively to its mandates as outlined above, it is absolutely essential that all academic and support divisions of the University - including faculties and support units - embrace a spirit of interdependence, collaboration and support. In conclusion, to all students, I would like to wish you all of the best with your studies; take responsibility for your success! Professor A Coetser


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QUEENSTOWN CAMPUS 1. VISION To be a leading Campus in the preparation and development of teachers of high calibre, highly skilled professionals in human resource management, public management, internal auditing, financial information systems and accountancy, the promotion of research as well as innovative and critical skills required to uplift local, provincial and national communities. 2. MISSION The Campus endeavours to promote excellence in: The preparation of teachers in offering relevant knowledge and skills in learning areas such as Mathematics,

Science, Technology and Business Management. Human resource management, public administration and finance related fields. Formulating pre- and in-service programmes that will enhance critical thinking and entrepreneurship. Provision of practical experience in socio-scientific and developmental initiatives in the region. 3. VALUES To reflect, represent and express both in deed and outlook an epitome of professional ethical standards of the

highest quality. To nurture, through the scientific knowledge and research skills, innovative, creative and critical skills required to

improve the quality of life of society. To continuously improve on resource consciousness amidst development. To provide leadership with accountability.

4. AREAS OF RESEARCH AND NICHE SPECIALITIES Development challenges of rural and urban communities. The vicious cycle of low quality performance in school and university Mathematics, Science and Technology. A problem-based model for learning and teaching. Infusion of HIV/AIDS in all programmes. Development models that are aimed at provision of service delivery in local municipalities through the provision

of financial skills, management controls and practices in compliance with King II and III Codes of governance, ethics, leadership, governance and public policy, project and programme evaluation, public administration theories and comparative studies.

Striking a balance between Professional Content Knowledge (PCK), Academic Content Knowledge (ACK) and School-Based Experience (SBE) in IPET teacher education programmes.




Enquiry about collaborative entrepreneurial initiatives such as those of agro-processes and cooperatives for community development.

5. SUPPORT SERVICES 5.1 STUDENT AFFAIRS

The Student Affairs unit offers a number of services to the entire student population aimed at supporting the academic enterprise. It seeks to add value to the students’ participation in the University governance and management, provide development opportunities and programmes that will assist students during their life time. By providing extra mural activities for student participation, running projects and campaigns for student participation, creation of partnerships with NGO’s, government agencies and departments, it contributes towards the holistic development of students. It also assists with, and manages access to, private student accommodation. At the core of the function of the unit is the provision of a caring environment to benefit all students for the enhancement of academic success. The following units exist within the Student Affairs Department:

Health and Counselling

This unit deals with the health and hygiene issues of students and staff, assist in curing minor illnesses and injuries, and educate through projects and campaigns. It also provides a student support life line through the counselling unit and peer education programme. Sports

This unit manages, develops and coordinates sporting activities on Campus. Currently there are 13 sporting codes to participate in for recreation and competitions. Residences

Our Campus does not have its own accommodation for students. However, the campus does assist qualifying students to get private accommodation.




Creative Arts

This is a platform where students demonstrate their skills and creativity through participation in the choir, traditional dance, debate, drama, hip-hop and indigenous games. Student Governance and leadership Development

Student representation is through the Student Representation Council (SRC). The SRC has got a number of sub-committees, sub-structures and academic societies. Such committees create a number of activities in which students participate.

Our slogan is: “Team, that’s us!”

5.2 ADMISSIONS AND REGISTRATION

The Student Admission and Registration Office is one of the units in the Registrar’s division which promotes excellence in the admission and registration process of students at the University. It plays an important role in communicating information about the admissions and registration activities that occur in the Institution. The responsibilities of the unit include the following activities:

Customer services, that is, enquiries about the institution. Management of application, admission and registration processes. Reviewing and updating information on the application form and information brochure for each year. Management of students’ records (application & registration forms) and filing of records.

This unit strives to accomplish the following objectives:

To improve the efficiency of admissions and registration processes. To improve the integrity of record management systems. To improve the integrity of learner records. Synchronisation of other processes that affect registration and to be completed prior to registration.




5.3 THE UNIT FOR LEARNING AND TEACHING DEVELOPMENT Under the divisional model organogram for Walter Sisulu University, the Centre for Learning and Teaching Development (CLTD) now assumes another name as the Unit for Learning and Teaching Development (ULT). However, it maintains its main mission of: ‘Promoting excellence in learning and teaching by providing integrated and specialised expertise and services for all faculties towards the institutional learning and teaching culture.’ In its current form the unit operates under six units, all of which work in unison to drive its agenda for excellence in learning and teaching. Five of these units, however, speak directly to specific needs of students by way of direct engagements and the provision of intervention programmes, especially at the Queenstown Campus. The Career Advisory Unit provides students with career education and counselling for personal growth by

offering assistance that enables them to develop appropriate plans towards the achievement of their goal. For example, the Graduate Development Programme (GDP) under the unit offers opportunities for final-year students to engage in discussions with prospective employers.

The Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) programme is an initiative that supports attempts to increase retention and throughput rates in the University. Senior students who have passed a particular subject assist first-year students with academic support through tutorial classes.

The Writing and Reading Centre equips students with knowledge of the conventions of academic writing that

enables them to present their assignments in an academically acceptable form. It is a service that students will be advised to access to make it easier for them to obtain good year marks (DPs) to ensure their admission to exams. There has been positive feedback from students who have made judicious use of this facility as having enabled them to fare very well in their studies.

The Foundation Programme Provisioning opens avenues for students to pursue a course of study that extends the curriculum by a year. In the first year, the students are equipped with skills that facilitate their ability to cope with higher education study, and ultimately to complete their programmes within the stipulated period.

Currently, only Accounting and Human Resources Management offer extended programmes to their students at the Queenstown Campus. However, there are plans to introduce the programme in Public Management and Education from 2016.

The Education Technology and Innovation Unit focuses on the promotion of the ‘innovative and effective use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) for teaching and learning in WSU courses and programmes’. One of its areas of emphasis is E-learning, which allows both lecturers and students to use technology for educational purposes. This includes the use of computers by students not only in and outside the classroom, but also on or off campus. They can also access course and module information, lecture notes, submit assignments as well as engage in discussion forums, everything of which is done on line.




The interests and activities of the Learning and Teaching Development are, thus, deeply rooted in academic development, through academic support programmes that are designed to improve the throughput rate of the institution. Students are therefore encouraged to make optimal use of the opportunities that the department provides, as they set out to pursue their studies at the Queenstown Campus of Walter Sisulu University.

6. CAMPUS DELIVERY SITES The Campus has two delivery sites: 6.1 Masibulele Site in Whittlesea 6.2 56 Grey Street Site in Queenstown 6.1 Masibulele Site

This is the Whittlesea site, 31 km from Queenstown along the R67 on route to Fort Beaufort in the Eastern Cape Province. Situated at the foot of a hill, the aesthetically pleasing structure beckons passer-by’s from afar. The site hosts all the campus administration functions, recreational facilities for students as well as the full-time programme offerings.




5.2 56 Grey Street Site

The site is at the corner of Queens Drive and Grey Streets, not far from the train station, below the bridge to Lady Frere in Queenstown in the Eastern Cape Province. This is the site where part-time programmes in the Department of Finance and Management are offered between 17:30 and 20:30 on Mondays to Fridays daily and 9:00 to 16:30 on Saturdays in the Department of Education. 7. CONTACT DETAILS General enquiries: Postal Address: Walter Sisulu University

P.O. Box 876 Queenstown 5320

Physical Address: Walter Sisulu University 280 Shepstone Road Whittlesea 5360




Telephone: 27 (040) 842 6800 Fax: 27 (040) 842 6896 Admissions Office: The Registrar

Walter Sisulu University P.O. Box 876 Queenstown 5320

Bursaries and Loans: Mr. P. Ngculu

Tel (040) 842 6886 Fax (040) 842 6896

Examinations: Ms. V. Ngxishe

Tel (040) 842 6805 Fax (040) 842 6896

Student Affairs: Mr. D. Ntose

Tel (040) 842 6878 Fax (040) 842 6896

8. OFFICE BEARERS Campus Rector: Professor A. Coetser – B A, B A Hons (UP), H E D (PCE), B Ed,

M A (cum laude), D Litt et Phil (Unisa)

Tel (040) 842 6800 Fax (040) 842 6896 Email: [email protected] Dean: Dr. D. Gumbi - B Admin (HRM), B Admin Hons (UNITRA), B Ed

(Rhodes), M Ed (UPE), PhD (NMMU) Tel (040) 842 6902 Fax (040) 842 6896 Email: [email protected]

9. ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION Faculty Secretary Mrs P. Maseti - Tel (040) 842 8600




10. ACADEMIC STAFF 10.1 Department of Teachers Education (DTE) W.M. Mashologu (Dr), M Ed (UOFS), PhD (UFH) 10.2 Department of Finance and Management (FBM) L.G. Mbetshu (Mr), B Com, H D E, B Com Hons (NMMU), M Sc (LEEDS) P. Bwowe (Mr), B Admin, M Admin (NMMU) S. Koraheng (Mr), Teacher’s Cert (A), B A Hons (LAGON), MBA (EBS) N. Buso (Ms), B Tech (HRD) (Unisa) N.A. Mini (Ms), B Com, HDE (PG) (Unitra), B Ed (Unisa), MBA (PU for CHE) B. Nonkwelo (Ms), B Com (UWC), PGD (Econ) (UCT), M Dev (NMMU) M. Liwani (Mr), PMA (NMMU) K. Spelman (Ms), B Tech (FIS) (CPUT) T. Mavenyengwa (Mr), M Com (ACC) (Unisa) H.Z. Nxenye (Ms), B Tech (IT) (WSU) T. Simon (Mr), M Com (Kerala) P. Dlova (Mrs), B Tech (IA) (WSU) G. Qua-Enoo (Mr), B Com Hons, Dip ED (UCC), MBA (LUTON.UK) Z. Sontshi (Mr), B Juris, LLB (UWC), Plt (UCT) T. Ncetezo (Ms), B Juris, LLB (Unitra) R. Lekhehle (Ms), B Psych (WSU) M. Mafuna (Mr), B Sc (Computer Science) (WSU) O.E. Koraheng (Mr), B A Hons (UST.GHANA), H E D, B Ed (Unisa) C. Lwanga (Mr), M Com (NMMU)


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11. FACULTY OF EDUCATION, FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT This Faculty is composed of the following two Departments:

Department of Teacher Education (DTE) Department of Finance and Management (DFM)

11.1 Department of Teacher Education Head of Department: Vacant Faculty Secretary: Mrs P. Maseti

11.1.1 Admission into undergraduate programmes For all Bachelor’s degree programmes, only applicants whose National Senior Certificate (NSC) results indicate that the applicant has met the requirements for admission into Bachelor’s degree, that is Bachelors’ endorsement, may be admitted. In the case of the old Senior Certificate, only applicants with a Matriculation Exemption endorsement will be considered for admission.

11.1.2 Admission Point System (APS) The Queenstown Campus endeavours to use a point system for admissions. The achievement levels are then translated into points for each NSC subject. Points will be used to calculate the total Admission Point Score (APS).

The minimum APS required for likely admission into Diploma programmes shall be 20. The minimum APS required for a Bachelor’s degree is 25.

The Queenstown Campus Admissions Committee considered the administration of admission point score as proposed by HESA. The Committee appreciates the breakdown made in the achievement levels as this advantages a student whose performance is better than others. On the basis of the HESA proposal the points will be awarded as in the following example:

NSC Percentage per Subject Points

99% 8.9

91% 8.1

86% 7.6

82% 7.2

79% 6.9




The purpose of the above split will assist departments in admitting students according to their performance as opposed to the previous point system where a learner who scores 70% and the one who scores 79% would both attain 6 points. It should be noted that the above scoring system excludes Life Orientation and Mathematical Literacy. Points for these two are allocated as follows:

64% 5.4

55% 4.5

43% 3.3

39% 2.9

31% 2.1

30% 2.0

29% 1.9

28% 1.8

27% 1.7

26% 1.6

25% 1.5

NSC Percentage per Subject Points

90 - 100% 5

80 - 89% 4

70 - 79% 3

60 - 69% 2

50 - 59% 1

40 - 49% 0

30 - 39% 0

0 - 29% 0




11.1.3 Admission of FET Colleges students

Diploma: The minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 40% in three Fundamental subjects, including English, and at least 50% in three compulsory vocational subjects.

Bachelor’s Degree: The minimum admission requirement is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training. A student must have achieved at least 50% in three Fundamental subjects, including English, and at least 60% in four compulsory vocational subjects.

11.1.4 Programmes Advanced Certificate in Education (ACE) PostGraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

11.1.4. 1 ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (ACE) - FET (SPECIALISATION) (ACE FET)

Admission requirements

To be admitted into the ACE programme, a student shall have:

EITHER

Matric plus a three-year teacher’s qualification (M+3) including Diplomas in Secondary Education, Adult Education, National Professional Diploma in Education (NPDE), or any other qualification equivalent thereto. In addition to these requirements, prospective students in ACE Mathematics (GET Intermediate & Senior Phase) would be expected to have done Mathematics in any of the above programmes.

OR

Students who have matric plus a two-year teachers’ qualification (M+2) and a five years teaching experience in Mathematics will be allowed to register for ACE Maths (GET Intermediate and Senior phase). In addition to this requirement, students requiring entry through this route will be subjected to formal RPL process.




Duration

The ACE programme shall extend over a period of two years.

Assessment and Evaluation

The students’ performance shall be evaluated by means of continuous assessment and a written formal examination shall be weighted on a 1-1 ratio.

All the prescribed modules for the Advanced Certificate in Education programme must be passed in order to qualify for the award of the Certificate.

ACE is a Continuing Professional Teacher Development Programme. It aims at building, maintaining and recognising the expertise in the initial and continuing preparation of teachers in the specialised subjects like Mathematics, Business Sciences and Technology. The programme will strengthen the content, pedagogical content as well as the research skills of teachers. These skills will keep teachers abreast with new developments in their areas of specialisation, the management of their classrooms and improve prospects for career progression.

Curriculum

Module Code

Module /Course Name

Credits Duration Fundamental / Core elective

Pre- requisite

Co-requisite

THDE 4/0 Theory of Education 12

EMNA4/0 Educational Management

12

REMET Research Methods 08

SPSD 4/O Specific Subject Didactics

48




OPTIONAL (ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SPECIALISATION AREAS)

ACCN 1/0 Accounting 48

BUDM 1/0 Business Management 48

ECON 1/0 Economics 48

LORI 1/0 Life Orientation 48

MMLT 1/0 Mathematical Literacy 48

TOTAL 128

11.1.4.2 POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION (PGCE)

Admission requirements

The minimum qualification requirement for admission to a PGCE is an approved three year (360 credits Level 6 in the former 8 level NQF) university degree or national diploma with courses in at least two appropriate fields of study which will allow the student to do teaching methods or curriculum studies in the school subjects and /or learning areas. One of the teaching subjects should have been done at least in the second year level and the other one on the third year level. A teaching method or curriculum studies in an FET school subject should follow an appropriate academic field of study at second year degree level at least.

NOTE: Departure from the above is subject to the approval of Senate.

List of approved school subjects

IsiXhosa Mercantile Law History

Sesotho Religion Studies Business Studies

English Life Sciences Afrikaans

Agric. Science Geography Economics

Physical Science Accounting Mathematics

Math Literacy Consumer Studies Hospitality Studies

Comp Appl Tech Civil Technology Electrical Tech

Eng Graph & Design Mechanical Technology Tourism

Dance Studies Design Music

Visual Arts Dramatic Arts




NOTE: Students who have passed Psychology III OR equivalent number of modules may take Life Orientation as a second Curriculum Studies subject.

Curriculum Studies areas

Except as provided for in Regulation E6.2.1 second bullet (c), no student will be allowed to do the curriculum studies course in an approved school subject unless s/he has already passed the number of modules equivalent to a second year degree course in the corresponding approved subject (for the degree).

No Curriculum Studies will be offered if the number of registered students does not make it viable for that particular year. Students will be advised accordingly.

Duration

The Curriculum for the Postgraduate Certificate in Education shall extend over one academic year of full-time study or two academic years of part-time study.

This is an Initial Professional Education of Teachers (IPET) programme which caters for students with degrees or diplomas not related to education. The training will provide the teacher and aspiring teacher with teaching skills in their areas of specialisation, whilst strengthening the content aspect. The leadership skills of the teachers will also be strengthened. The research component of this programme will develop the love and skill of research that will contribute to finding solutions to challenges facing teaching subjects in general and Mathematics in particular. This training will provide the teacher with skills in the effective use of technology to improve learning and teaching in the schools. The confidence and status of the individual will also improve. Opportunities for progression in the profession will be opened.

Curriculum

PGCE (Part Time)

FIRST YEAR

Module / Course Name

Duration Fundamental /Core Elective

Pre-requisite Co-requisite

1st Curriculum Studies

Year Long E




EDU4131 Principles of Learning and

Teaching

Sem1 C

EDU4150 School Management

Sem 1 C

EDU4151 Language Competence

Sem 1 F

EDU4220 Psychology of Teaching and

Learning

Sem 2 C

SECOND YEAR

2nd Curriculum Studies

Year long E

SBE Year long C

EDU4060 Micro Teaching Year long E

CURRICULUM STUDIES CODES

EDU 4006 HISTORY EDU 4007 GEOGRAPHY

EDU 4008 LIFE SCIENCES EDU 4009 PHYSICAL SCIENCES

EDU 4010 XHOSA EDU 4011 AFRIKAANS

EDU 4012 SESOTHO EDU 4013 ENGLISH

EDU 4014 RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDU 4015 ACCOUNTING

EDU 4059 MATHEMATICAL LITERACY EDU 4016 MUSIC

EDU 4017 ECONOMICS EDU 4018 MATHEMATICS

EDU 4020 BUSINESS STUDIES EDU 4021 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

EDU 4042 CONSUMER STUDIES EDU 4043 LIFE ORIENTATION

EDU 4074 TOURISM EDU 4073 TEXTILE AND CLOTHING

EDU 4072 HOSPITALITY STUDIES EDU 4064 CIVIL TECHNOLOGY

EDU 4066 ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU 4067 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS &DESIGN

EDU 4065 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU 4061 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY




SCHOOL BASED EXPERIENCE (SBE) CODES

EDU 4022 HISTORY EDU 4023 GEOGRAPHY

EDU 4044 LIFE SCIENCES EDU 4025 PHYSICAL SCIENCES

EDU 4026 XHOSA EDU 4027 AFRIKAANS

EDU 4028 SESOTHO EDU 4029 ENGLISH

EDU 4030 RELIGIOUS STUDIES EDU 4031 ACCOUNTING

EDU 4062 MATHEMATICAL LITERACY EDU 4033 ECONOMICS

EDU 4034 MATHEMATICS EDU 4048 CONSUMER STUDIES

EDU 4036 BUSINESS STUDIES EDU 4037 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

EDU 4049 LIFE ORIENTATION EDU 4058 COMPUTER APPLICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

EDU 4075 TOURISM EDU 4076 TEXTILE AND CLOTHING

EDU 4077 HOSPITALITY STUDIES EDU 4068 CIVIL TECHNOLOGY

EDU 4070 ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU 4071 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS &DESIGN

EDU 4069 MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGY EDU 4078 MUSIC

Assessment

The students’ performance in the programme will be assessed on the bases of continuous assessment and final formal examination, with the marks weighted equally on a 1-1 ratio.

In the case of the School Based Experience (SBE), students shall be evaluated on the bases of teaching performance in their major teaching subjects as taught in the schools.

To be awarded the PGCE, a student shall have to pass all prescribed courses/modules.


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11.2 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT 11.2.1 Administration

Head of Department: Vacant Faculty Secretary: Mrs P. Maseti

11.2.2 General information

The programmes in this Department are offered at Masibulele Site in Whittlesea.

The following Extended Programmes, Certificates and National Diplomas are offered by the Department:

Programme Part time (PT) or Full time (FT)

Certificates

NHC: Accountancy - Extended FT

NHC: Accountancy FT

NHC: Financial Information Systems FT

Diplomas

ND: Cost and Management Accounting FT

ND: Financial Information Systems FT

ND: Human Resources Management – Extended FT

ND: Human Resources Management FT & PT

ND: Internal Auditing FT

ND: Public Management FT & PT

Legend FT: Full-time NHC: National Higher Certificate ND: National Diploma PT: Part-time




11.2.3 Admission of students with a National Certificate (Vocational level 4)

In terms of the Government Gazette of 26 November 2009, WSU accepts applications from prospective students who have a National Certificate (Vocational Level 4) and who wish to register for Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree programmes.

The minimum entry requirements for admission to WSU with a NVC Level 4 are as follows: Qualification Minimum entry requirements

Higher Certificate Must meet NC(V) Level 4 statutory requirements; 40% in either Home Language or First Additional Language, but one must be the Language of Learning and Teaching (LOLT).

50 % in either Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy

40 % in Life Orientation

50 % in the four other vocational subjects

Submit a record of evidence for any subjects failed

Diploma Must meet NC(V) Level 4 statutory requirements

50% in three fundamental subjects including LOLT

60% in three compulsory vocational subjects

Bachelor’s Degree Must meet NC(V) Level 4 statutory requirements

60 % in three fundamental subjects including LOLT

70 % in three compulsory vocational subjects




11.3 PROGRAMMES 11.3.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING Qualification: National Diploma in Internal Auditing

Offering type: Full-time

Rules and regulations

The possession of a National Higher Certificate (NHC) in Accountancy shall serve as the general admission requirement in all diplomas offered by the Department of Internal Auditing.

Entrance requirements

Applicants with a pass in all subjects offered in the National Higher Certificate in Accountancy will meet the entrance requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Prior learning shall be recognised subject to the requirements of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Duration

One year

Exit points

A diploma, after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester modules are required to complete the diploma.




Module categorisation for NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING

First

Semester

MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

Financial Accounting III Module 1 FAC 3011 12

Taxation II Module 1 TAX 2011 12

Internal Auditing III Module 1 INA 3011 12

Business Information Systems II Module 1 BIS 2011 12

Corporate Procedures COP 2001 12

Second

Semester

Financial Accounting III Module 2 FAX 3022 12


Internal Auditing III Module 2 INA 3022 12


Statistics II STA 2002 12

Total credits 120




11.3.2 NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY & NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY - EXTENDED PROGRAMME Qualification: National Higher Certificate in Accountancy



The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement at year one level in all programmes offered by the Department.


Applicants with a National Senior Certificate (NSC), or its equivalent, rating of 3 or more in 4 recognised subjects, which must include English, Accounting, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, will meet the minimum entrance requirements.

Applicants with a National Certificate (Vocational Level 4) must meet the requirements set out in 11.2.2, as well as obtain 50% or more for Mathematics and 70% or more for Mathematical Literacy .

All new first year students who have been accepted in this programme, will be required to write a test to determine entry into: The extended programme, done over three years. The main stream programme, done over two years.

The final placement of students into the NHC: Accountancy or Extended Programme will be made after considering both the results of the assessment test and the Grade 12 results.

(For more information on Extended Programmes refer to the information booklet on Extended Programmes.) Recognition of Prior learning (RPL)

Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirements of each programme and as per the WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).




Duration

Two years years for Higher Certificate or three years for Higher Certificate Extended Programme.

Exit points

A Higher Certificate after having completed the programme and obtaining a minimum of 240 credits. A total of 20 instructional offerings consisting of 10 first level and 10 second level offerings are required to complete the National Certificate.

Module categorisation for the NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY

FIRST YEAR MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

First Semester

Financial Accounting I Module 1 FAC 1011 12

Entrepreneurial Skills ENT 1001 12

Economics I Module 1 ECO 1011 12

Business Calculations BUC 1001 12

Communication Skills COM 1001 12

Second Semester

Financial Accounting I Module 2 FAC1022 12

Cost Accounting I Module 1 CAC1012 12

Commercial Law for Accountants I Module 1 CLA1002 12

Business Information Systems Module 1 BIS1012 12

Economics I Module 2 ECO1022 12

Level 1 Total Credits 120




SECOND YEAR MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

First Semester

Financial Accounting II Module 1 FAC 2011 12

Cost Accounting II Module 1 CAC 2011 12

Commercial Law for Accountants II Module 1 CLA 2011 12


Auditing II Module 1 AUD 2011 12

Second Semester



Commercial Law for Accountants II Module 2 CLA 2022 12


Taxation I TAX 1002 12


Module categorisation for NATIONAL HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ACCOUNTANCY – Extended


First Semester

Accounting Fundamentals ACF 10E1 7.50

Academic Literacy ACL 1000 15.00

Cost Acounting Exposure CAE 10E1 7.50

Entrepreneurial Skills ENT 10E1 12

Basic Business Calculations BBC 10E1 7.50

Second Semester

Accounting Information Systems AIS 10E2 7.50




Life Skills LIS 1000 7.50

Introduction to Auduting IAU 10E2 7.50

Cost Accounting I Module 1 CAC 10E2 9


SECOND YEAR MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

First Semester

Financial Accounting I Module 1 FAC 10E2 6

Cost Accounting II Module 1 CAC 20E1 9

Economics I Module 1 ECO 10E1 12

Business Calculations BUC 10E1 6

Communication COM 10E1 3

Second Semester

Financial Accounting I Module 2 FAC 10E2 6

Cost Accounting II Module 2 CAC 20E2 9

Commercial Law for Accountants I Module 1 CLA 10E2 12

Business Information System I Module 1 BIS 10E2 6

Economics I Module 2 ECO 10E2 12


THIRD YEAR


First Semester

Financial Accounting II Module 1 FAC 20E1 9

Commercial Law for Accountants II Module 1 CLA 20E1 12

Business Information Systems II Module 1 BIS 10E1 9

Auditing II Module 1 AUD 20E1 6




Second Semester

Financial Accounting II Module 2 FAC 20E2 9

Commercial Law for Accountants II Module 2 CLA 20E2 12

Auditing II Module 2 AUD 20E2 12

Taxation I TAX 10E2 9


Total Credits 240




11.3.3 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS Qualification: National Higher Certificate: Financial Information Systems



The possession of a National Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all certificate programmes offered by the Faculty of the Department of Finance and Management.


Applicants with NSC rating of 4 or more in 4 recognised subjects which must include English, Accounting or Mathematics or Mathematic Literacy and any other relevant subject.

Applicants with a National Certificate (Vocational-Level 4) must meet the requirements set on page 33 of this prospectus as well, obtain 50% or more for Mathematics and 70 % or more for Mathematics Literacy.


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirements of each programme and as per WSU Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).

Duration

A two-year higher certificate.

Exit points

A Higher Certificate after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 240 credits. A total of 20 instructional offerings consisting of 10 first level and 10 second level offerings are required to complete the Higher Certificate.




Module categorisation for NHC FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS


First

Semester

Core (Compulsory)

Financial Accounting 1 Module 1 FAC 1011 12

Financial Information Systems 1 Module 1 FIS 1011 12

Commercial Law for Accountants CLA 1001 12

Business Calculations BUC 1001 12

Second

Semester

Communication 1 COM 1001 12

Financial Accounting 1 Module 2 FAC1022 12

Financial Information Systems 1 Module 2 FIS 1022 12

Cost Accounting Module 1 CAC 1002 12

Entrepreneurial Skills 1 ENT 1002 12


YEAR 2 MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

FIRST

SEMESTER



Financial Information Systems II Module 1 FIS 2011 12


Software Skills I Module 1 SOS 2011 12

SECOND

SEMESTER


Financial Accounting II module2 FAC 2022 12






Taxation 1 TAX 1002 12


Level 1 & Level 2 Total credits 240

YEAR 2 MODULES MODULE CODES CREDITS

FIRST

SEMESTER





Software Skills I Module 1 SOS 2011 12

SECOND

SEMESTER


Financial Accounting II module2 FAC 2022 12



Taxation 1 TAX 1002 12


Level 1 & Level 2 Total credits 240

Articulation

Vertical articulation: A Diploma in Financial Information Systems




11.3.4 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS Qualification: National Diploma: Financial Information Systems

Offering Type: Full-time

Rules and Regulations

The possession of a National Certificate (NHC) or its equivalent shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in all accounting diploma programmes.

Duration

A one-year diploma

Exit Points

A National Diploma after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester offerings are required to complete the diploma.

Module categorisation for NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS

SUBJECTS MODULE CODES CREDITS

Core (Compulsory)

FIRST

SEMESTER


Information Systems III Module 1 FIS 3011 12

Auditing III Module 1/Management Accounting III Module 1

INA 2011/MAC 3011

12

Software Skills II Module 1 SOS 2011 12





SECOND

SEMESTER


Financial Information Systems III Module 2 FIS 3022 12

Internal Auditing III Module 11/Management Accounting III Module 2

INA 3022/MAC 3022

12

Software Skills II Module 2 SOS 2022 12



Articulation

Vertical articulation: B Tech in Financial Systems




11.3.5 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Qualification: National Diploma in Cost & Management Accounting

Offering Type: Full-Time


The possession of a National Higher Certificate (NHC) shall serve as the minimum admission requirement in Accounting diplomas.

Entrance Requirements

Applicants with a pass in all subjects offered at the Higher Certificate level will meet the entrance requirements.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirements of each programme and as per the WSU ‘s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).

Duration

A one-year diploma




Exit Points

A diploma, after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 120 credits. A total of 10 instructional offerings consisting of 5 first semester and 5 second semester offerings are required to complete the programme.

Module categorisation for NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN COST AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING


Core (Compulsory)

FIRST

SEMESTER


Taxation Module 1 TAX 2011 12

Organisational Management III Module 1 ORM 3011 12

Management Accounting III Module 1 MAC 3011 12

Corporate Procedure COP 2001 12

SECOND

SEMESTER


Taxation Module 2 TAX 2022 12

Organisational Management III Module 2 ORM 3022 12

Management Management Accounting III Module 2

MAC 3022 12

Business Statistics II BST 2002 12

Total Credits 120

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B Tech in Cost and Management Accounting




11.3.6 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT Qualification: National Diploma in Human Resources Management

Offering Type: Full-time & Part-time


The possession of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as a general admission requirement for this programme.


A National Senior Certificate (NSC) achievement rating of at least 3 (40-49 %) in the following subjects:

Business Accounting English

Applicants with a National Certificate (Vocational Level 4) must meet the requirements as set under 11.1.3.

Duration

3 years full-time

4 years part-time

All students currently employed full-time will be admitted on a part-time basis only. Instead of doing the maximum of 120 credits per year, the credits will be distributed over two years.




Exit Points

A Diploma in Human Resources Management after 3 years, with 360 credits. Experiential training is not a prerequisite. However, students are encouraged to make individual efforts towards exposure to industry. The Department will facilitate this exercise. Subject categorisation for NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

SUBJECT MODULE CODE CREDITS

FIRST

YEAR

Business Management I BUS 1110 24

Personnel Management I PEM 1110 24

Accounting for Personnel Practitioners I APP 1110 24

Communication in English ENA 1110 24

End User Computing ECU 1110 24


Business Management II BUS 2210 24

SECOND

YEAR

Personnel Management II PEM 2110 24

Management of Training I MOT 1110 24

Industrial Relations I IRN 1110 24

Labour Law I LLW 1110 24


THIRD

YEAR

Business Management III BUS 3110 30

Personnel Management III PEM 3120 30

Management of Training II MOT 2110 30

Industrial Relations II IRN 2110 30


Level 1, 2 & 3 Total Credits 360




Articulation

On graduation, a student may proceed to B Tech in Human Resources Management.




11.3.7 B TECH IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Qualification:

B Tech in Human Resources Management

Offering Type:

Part-time


A Diploma in Human Resources Management with 360 credits shall be recognised as a general admission requirement for the B Tech programme offered by the Department.


A relevant diploma with an average pass of 60% in the relevant subjects.

Duration

One year full-time and two years part-time.

Exit Points

B Tech degree, after having completed this qualification and having obtained 120 credits.




Subject categorisation for B TECH IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

SUBJECTS MODULE CODES SUBJECT CREDITS

Advanced Personnel Management IV APM 4110 20

Advanced Industrial Relations IV AIR 4110 20

Advanced Strategic Management IV ASM 4110 20

Advanced Management of Training IV AMT 4110 20

Organisational Behaviour IV ORB 4110 20

Research Methodology I REM 4110 20

Total Credits 120

Articulation

Vertical: Masters in Human Resources Management.




11.3.8 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

Qualification: National Diploma in Public Management

Offering Type: Full-time/Part-time


A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the general admission requirement in all programmes offered by the Department of Public Management and Local Government.


- Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with a in pass English (E-HG/D-SG)

- NSC with rating of 3 (40-49%) or more in four (4) recognised school subjects


Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy.

Duration

A three year diploma full-time or four year diploma part-time.

Exit Points

A diploma after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 360 credits. A total of 18 instructional offerings consisting of 6 offerings per year and experiential training at third-year

level are required to complete the diploma. The purpose of this qualification, in terms of its registration, is that the qualifying student will be able to execute routine administrative activities within the context of public service ethos following the prescribed guidelines and procedures to contribute to effective client service in the operational functioning of public and private institutions. Some of the focus areas are Public Service Delivery, Management of Government Finances, Management of Human Resources, Management of Projects and Programmes in the public and private sectors, Policy Making, Information Management, and Research.




Module categorisation for the NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT


First Year

First Semester

Public information Service I PIS 11Q1 20

Public Resource Management I PRM 11Q1 20

Public Service Delivery I PSD 11Q1 20

Second Semester

Public Decision Management 1 PDM 11Q2 20

Self Management I SEM 11Q2 20

Public Office Management I POM 11Q2 20

Second year

First Semester

Public Information Practice II PIP 21Q1 20

Public Procurement and Logistics Management II PLM 21Q1 20

Project Management II PMT 21Q1 20

Second Semester

Fundamentals of Research II FUR 21Q2 20

Public Financial Management II PFM 21Q2 20

Public Human Resource Management II PHR 21Q2 20

Third year

Semester 1

Management of Information III MOI 31Q1 20

Public Financial & Procurement Management III FPM 31Q1 20

Programme Management III PRP 31Q1 20

Semester 2

Policy Studies III POS 31Q2 20

Intersectoral Collaboration III INT 31Q2 20




Public Human Resource Management III PHR 31Q2 20

Total Credits 360

Articulation

Vertical articulation: B Tech in Public Management.




11.3.9 B TECH IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT Qualification: B Tech in Public Management

Offering type: Full–time


A recognised diploma with 360 credits shall serve as a general admission requirement for all B Tech programmes offered by the Department.


Prospective students must be in possession of a recognised diploma to enroll for this B Tech.

Duration

One year.

Exit Point

After completing B Tech and obtaining a minimum of 120 credits.

Module categorisation of B TECH PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

MODULE MODULE CODES CREDITS

First

Public Policy Management IV PUP Y4Q0 20

Strategic Public Management IV PST R4Q0 20




Semester Research & Information Management IV REI M4Q0 20

Second

Semester

Public Accountability IV PAC C4Q0 20

Government Relations IV GVR T4Q0 20

Human Resource Management IV PHR M4Q0 20

Research Project IV REP R4Q0 20

Total Credits 140




11.3.10 NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE Qualification: National Diploma in Local Government Finance

Offering Type: Full-time Rules and Regulations

The possession of National Certificate (NSC) or its equivalent shall serve as the general admission requirement in all programmes offered by the Department of Local Governance and Public Finance.


Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with a pass in English and Accounting/Mathematics (E-HG/D-SG)

Applicants with a National Certificate (NSC) with rating of 3 (40-49%) or more in English, Accounting, and Mathematics or Mathematics literacy meet entrance requirements

Applicants with a National Certificate (Vocational Level -4) must meet the requirements set out under 11.1.3 as well as obtain 50% or more for Mathematics or 70 % for Mathematical Literacy.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Prior learning shall be recognised, subject to the requirement of each programme and as per WSU’s Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (RPL).

Duration

A three year diploma.

Exit Points

A diploma after having completed the programme and having obtained a minimum of 360 credits. A total of 12 instructional offerings consisting of 4 offerings per year are required to complete the Diploma.




Subject categorisation for the NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE


First Year

Local Government Finance 1 LGF 10Q0 30

Local Government Management I LGM 10Q0 30

Mercantile Law I MLW 10Q0 30

Financial Accounting I Module I FAC T1Q1 15

Financial Accounting I Module II FAC T1Q2 15

Second Year

Local Government Finance II LGF 20Q0 30

Local Government Management II LGM 20Q0 30

Internal Auditing I Module 1 INA 10Q1 15

Internal Auditing I Module II INA 10Q2 15

Financial Accounting II Module I FAC T2Q1 15

Financial Accounting II Module II FAC T2Q2 15

Third Year

Local Government Finance III LGF 30Q0 30

Local Government Management III LGM 30Q0 30

Local Government Accounting III LGA 30Q0 30

Economics I Module I ECN 10Q1 15

Economics I- Module II ECN 10Q2 15

Level 1, 2 & 3 Total Credits 360


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Buffalo City Potsdam 043 708 5200

College Street 043 702 9200

Cambridge Street 043 704 4800 Chiselhurst 043 709 4000

Buffalo City Stadium 043 702 9200 Heritage Building 043 703 8500

Mthatha Nelson Mandela Drive 047 502 2111/2844

Zamulungisa 047 501 1400 Nkululekweni 047 502 2111/2844

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Butterworth Campus

Ibika Site: +27 (0) 47 401 6000

Buffalo City CampusPotsdam Site: +27 (0) 43 708 5200

College Street Site: +27 (0) 43 702 9200

Cambridge Street Site: +27 (0) 43 704 4800

Chiselhurst Site: +27 (0) 43 709 4000

Buffalo City Stadium Site: +27 (0) 43 702 9200

Heritage Building Site: +27 (0) 43 703 8500

Queenstown CampusWhittlesea Site: +27 (0) 40 842 6800

Documents

2015 Queenstown Campus Prospectus - Walter Sisulu University