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1 ifelong earning PART-TIME STUDIES IN 2014 life is a le n r a ing journey a place of quality, a place to grow, from hope to action through knowledge

2 This prospectus has been produced by the Division for Lifelong Learning. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information is correct at the time of going to press, the university or its sub-contractors cannot be held liable for errors or consequences arising from these. Your comments and suggestions for improvements are welcome. Division for Lifelong Learning, Private Bag X17, Bellville 7535, University of the Western Cape. Director: Professor Shirley Walters. Administrator: Tel: Fax: Website: click on lifelong learning. Revised by Mark Abrahams, Division for Lifelong Learning. Produced by Adprint. life is a le n r a ing journey Attend the Orientation Programme in January. Obtain a Juggling to Learn booklet to help you plan for success. Contact the DLL for details.

3 Welcome to the University of the Western Cape It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the University of the Western Cape. I sincerely hope that your time as a UWC student will have a positive influence on your life and on how you choose to engage with the world in which we live. As your university we have high expectations of you; as a nation we depend on you and your fellow graduates to influence, change and improve our society by critically engaging with issues. Your main purpose Professor Brian O' Connell Rector & Vice-Chancellor as a part-time student here is not just to obtain a degree or certificate after three to five years of study, but to take responsibility to educate yourself in the full sense of that word. A degree or certificate is not just a piece of paper but also a powerful symbol embodying your efforts to acquire an education that is meaningful to you and to our society. UWC is committed to lifelong learning, both as a philosophy and a practice. This is in response to the fact that more and more people have the desire and the need to work while studying throughout their lives, not least because knowledge and skill become obsolete at an incredible rate. We understand that this is not an easy thing to accomplish and UWC is keen to support such students by striving to be flexible and relevant in the way in which we present our services. I trust that you will work hard and that your effort during the time spent at UWC will change your life for the better, opening new doors and opportunities in future. With your support, we will continue to make UWC a place of quality, a place to grow, from hope to action through knowledge. 01

4 Contents Life is a Learning Journey 04 Why should you choose UWC? 05 Who we are 06 How to use this prospectus 07 Frequently asked questions about 'Part-Time Studies' and 'After Hours Studies' 08 What does UWC offer? 13 How do I gain access? 23 UWC Point System 28 When do part-time studies start? 32 How much does it cost to study? 33 What kind of support and facilities does UWC offer to part-time students? 35 How high achievers and role models are rewarded: the Lifelong Learning Awards 41 List of Continuing Education courses (i.e. short courses) 44 Courses by Faculty Unit / Department 56 life is a le n Courses of general interest (not accredited) 68 r a ing journey List of qualifications offered After Hours 69 02

5 DLL hosts the annual Julius Nyerere Lecture Julius Nyerere ( ) The purpose of education is liberation of people from the restraints and limitations of ignorance and dependency. Education has to increase people s physical and mental freedom to increase their control over themselves, their own lives and the environment in which they live. 03

6 Life is a Learning Journey Recent surveys showed that 91% of our part-time students are working. Lifelong learning enables students to learn at different times, in different ways, for different purposes at various stages of their lives and careers, and to gain full accreditation for their efforts. In this way, the major pressures on time and money that full-time study traditionally requires are minimized in favour of shorter, smaller periods of study and payment. This is attractive to more and more students, making continuing and part-time study one of the fastest-growing sectors of student admissions to tertiary education institutions in South Africa, and world-wide. While we at the university will strive to give you support, you are required to manage your time carefully to be able to study. Strong family and workplace support, and a dedication to 'stay the course' are essential. The reward is certainly worth the effort, and the university is here to help you succeed. life is a le n r a ing journey 04

7 Why should you choose UWC? When you join UWC, you are joining a university with its roots deep in the communities it serves and a quality of learning that reaches the heights of international excellence. From business and economics, to education, public administration, health, natural sciences and much more, the University of the Western Cape is a place where people come to join with others to broaden knowledge, sharpen skills, and then put back what they have learnt to benefit themselves, their careers, and the society in which we live. UWC is continually expanding the range of ways that students can access learning through the university. In addition to part-time and continuing education programmes, more and more areas of study are being offered on-line as e-learning courses. An additional option available in certain circumstances is customised and in-service training which is designed to suit the particular needs of employers and staff of organisations and businesses. 05

8 Who we are The University's 106ha main campus lies like an oasis in the centre of the Cape Metropolitan area. With a striking view of Table Mountain on one side and the dramatic Stellenbosch mountains on the other, it is just 27 kilometers from central Cape Town and the V & A Waterfront and a mere 7km from the airport. The 30ha Cape Flats Nature Reserve (a Provincial Heritage site) one of the last representative patches of Cape Flats fynbos, forms part of the modern, leafy campus. The University has two other campuses: one for Dentistry at Tygerberg Hospital complex close by, and an Oral Health Centre in Mitchell's Plain. UWC sees itself as an Engaged University, facing the future in a way that transcends the past, and embracing the complex reality of transformation and global technological advances. It is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research, to nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and to responding in critical and creative ways to the needs of a society in transition. Drawing on its proud experience in the liberation struggle, the University is aware of a distinctive academic role in helping to build an equitable and dynamic society. life is a le n r a ing journey 06

9 How to use this prospectus This prospectus is the university's fifteenth compilation in a handy format with information about part-time study, continuing education courses and some courses of general interest. It gives an overview of course options and is a quick reference to what is available for those who cannot or do not want to study full-time. The prospectus is divided into two sections: an introduction with general information, and course information which is divided into two sections: Continuing education course offerings Accredited and non-accredited. Usually less than a year (pages 44 to 67) and some courses of general interest offered by the University Main Library and the UWC Centre for the Performing Arts (page 56). Part-time study Part-time students can study any time but most often it is after work. We refer to classesavailableoutsideof normal office hours as being after hours i.e. from 5-9pm or on weekends orin blocks during vacation time. These are accredited certificate, diploma and degree courses, (pages 69 to 79) of various durations. 07

10 Frequently Asked Questions - Part-time and After Hours Studies When can I study part-time? Most courses accessible to Part-time students are usually offered from Monday to Thursday from 17h00-21h00. (Full-time students usually study from Monday to Friday from 08h30-16h30). Some courses are also offered during the weekend and as block courses during holidays. Are all UWC courses offered after hours? No. All undergraduate professional programmes (i.e. Nursing, Teaching, Social Work, Physiotherapy etc.) are only offered from 08h30-16h30. All undergraduate programmes in the Science and Dentistry faculties are only offered from 08h30-16h30. For details consult the Faculty Calendars on the UWC website (click on 'download' on the UWC home page). If I want to study part-time at UWC, what do I do? Establish that the course you want to follow is offered at a time suitable to you. For 'after hours' courses offered, consult the 'continuing' and 'part-time' section of this prospectus from page 44 to 79. Should you need more information about courses or study programmes, please contact the faculty officers listed in the Prospectus on pages 26 and 27. life is a le n r a ing journey 08

11 How long are the study programmes? UWC offers a variety of qualifications including certificates, diplomas and degrees. Certificates and diplomas are usually offered over a one or two year period studying full-time. Degrees are offered over a three or four year period. Students studying part-time usually take longer to complete their programmes. For example, a degree usually takes five to six years. Students decide on their course load based on their other commitments and in consultation with faculty staff. What does it cost to study after-hours as a part-time student? A student who does not stay in residence pays R A student in residence pays R4 400 These amounts include the registration fee of R1 000 and the first instalment of your tuition fees. Full-cost bursary holders are required to pay the R1 000 registration fee when they register. Is financial aid available to part-time students? Yes. Enquire at the Student Financial Aid Office, ground floor, Administration Building. Or call the Financial Aid Help Desk:

12 What does the term 'undergraduate' mean? The term 'undergraduate' refers to students who are studying for a first degree. What does the term 'postgraduate' mean? The term 'postgraduate' refers to students who have completed their first degree and are studying towards a higher qualification such as an honours or master's degree. Are part-time admission requirements different from those of a full-time student? A Matriculation Exemption is the conventional admission requirement for all first degree studies. However, there are alternative possibilities. Subject to the discretionary approval of Senate, the university may waive the requirement of full exemption and admit a student with a School Leaving Certificate, or a student without a School Leaving Certificate but with relevant prior learning. The conventional admission required for postgraduate qualifications is a completed undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. In addition each faculty has their own entry requirements. For details per faculty consult page 16 to 21. life is a le n r a ing journey 10

13 How does Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) provide university access to students without a Matric Certificate? The University Senate may consider granting access to students without a Senior Certificate, older than 23, but with relevant work experience or prior learning, if the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) application procedures have been followed. Students seeking access to the university through RPL should apply to the RPL Office at the Division for Lifelong Learning: , lifelong@uwc.ac.za. Should I seek access through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if I have a Senior Certificate but no Matriculation Exemption? Candidates with a Matric Certificate, who turn 23 before or during the first year of study, may qualify for age exemption under certain conditions as specified in the University Calendar. Please enquire at the Admissions Office. How does RPL relate to age exemption? Candidates who turn 45 before or during the first year of study may apply for full exemption and gain access without going through the formal RPL procedures. There is an administrative fee for candidates seeking access through these routes. 11

14 What about admission requirements for International Students? International students who have completed or are completing their secondary education by means of the O and A (Principal) level system must have a combination of both O and A level subjects in order to qualify for admission to an undergraduate degree programme. For more information contact the Student Administration Department, , sadams-ryan@uwc.ac.za. What facilities are available to students after hours? The following facilities and support services are available: Faculty Officers Help desks, The After Hours Services Help desk, Writing Centre, UWC Computer laboratories, University Library, Centre for Student Support Services, Financial Aid services; eg.national Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), Edu-loan, Campus Health, Security. On pages 35 to 40 you will find more detailed information about each service. life is a le n r a ing journey 12

15 What does UWC offer? Qualification Structure UWC offers over 200 qualifications. The general qualification structure for degrees at South African universities is a three-year Bachelor's Degree, followed by a one-year Honours Degree, a one or two-year Master's Degree (either course work and mini-thesis, or thesis), and a Degree of Doctor awarded on a thesis. Professional first degrees are four years or more in length and it is not uncommon to move directly from such a degree into a Master's programme. Postgraduate certificates and diplomas are also offered in some areas. The table on page 15 shows the various qualification levels. General Admissions Criteria for 2013 and beyond for first time undergraduate students The national Senior Certificate (for 2008 onwards) or matriculation with exemption (prior to 2008) is the normal requirement for admission to the university. The minimum admission requirement is a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 4 (Adequate achievement, 50-59%) or better in 4 subjects chosen from the recognised 20-credit NSC subjects (known as the designated subject list ). For those students who do not meet these requirements there are other options. See page 30 Flexible access admission. Not all undergraduate qualifications can be studied after hours. The undergraduate degree courses in the Community and Health Sciences faculty, Dentistry, Law and Sciences are only offered during the day. 13

16 Part-time students can make use of these day time slots if their work commitment allows it. Some courses are offered during weekends and in blocks during the holidays. Some are web based and can be accessed from off campus. Most postgraduate qualifications can be studied full-time and part-time. The schedules (page 16 to 21) show which qualifications are offered during after hours. life is a le n r a use your lifelon g@ uwc.ac.za JOIN fellow students on facebook Division for Lifelong Learning (U WC) ifelong earning ing journey 14

17 Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications at UWC Level Qualifications Duration full-time Undergraduate Continuing Education courses Less than 1 year Less than 1 year (Block periods) Certificates Diplomas 1-2 years 2-3 years Degrees (eg. B.A. B.Sc) 3-4 years 4-5 years Postgraduate Continuing Education courses Less than 1 year Less than 1 year Certificates Diplomas 1-2 years 2-3 years Degrees Honours 1-2 years 2-3 years Masters PhD 1 year 2 years 1 year 2 year Duration part-time 2-3 years 3-4 years 2-4 years 2-5 years 15

18 Undergraduate degree, diploma & certificate courses - Part-time studies Faculty of Arts Undergraduate courses offered during after hours Programmes and courses BA General This programme is offered on a very limited basis. Please contact the Faculty Office for more information. B.LIS Library and Information Science (only first year is offered after hours) B.TH Theology Admission requirements Matric prior to 2008 Matric exemption or alternative assessment. life is Programmes BA General, Bachelor of Library & Information Science, Bachelor of Theology: NSC Criteria (2008 onwards) UWC point system UWC Language requirements: English at level 4 (home or first additional language); Another language at level 3 (home or first additional language). a le n r a ing journey 16

19 Career options Programmes BA General, Bachelor of Library & Information Science, Bachelor of Theology: Math or Math Literacy at level 3. One of the following at level 3: History, Geography, Religious Studies, Physical Science, Life Sciences, German, French, Latin. If you do not have any of the above recommended subjects, but qualify in terms of the National Senior Certificate criteria endorsed for degree study, your application will still be considered. For example Employee of a NGO, Minister of Religion, Pastoral Counsellor, Librarian, Information Officer, Resource Developer & Community Worker For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Arts faculty accessible through part-time study see pages 71 and 72. For the list of continuing education courses offered by the Arts Faculty see pages 56 and 57. Dentistry No undergraduate courses are offered during after hours. All undergraduate courses are offered in the day time. For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Dentistry faculty accessible through part-time study see pages 74 and

20 Community & Health Sciences (CHS) All Undergraduate degree courses are only offered in the day time. For the list of postgraduate qualifications accessible through part-time study see pages 72 to 74. For the list of continuing education courses offered by the CHS Faculty see pages 57 to 60. Programmes and courses BAdmin BCom (general) Economic & Management Sciences (EMS) Undergraduate courses offered during after hours. Other specialized streams available after first year of enrolment are: BCom: Human Resources Management Finance Information Systems Economics Investments Admission requirements life is Matric prior to 2008 Programmes: BAdmin Matric exemption (50% aggregate) Age or Conditional Exemption. BCom (general) (50% aggregate) Age or Conditional Exemption. BCom (part-time) Matric exemption (50% aggregate) Age or Conditional Exemption. a le n r a ing journey 18

21 NSC criteria (2008 onwards) UWC point system Language requirements: English level 4 (home or first additional language); Another language at level 3 (home or first additional language). Programmes: BAdmin: Math level 3 or Math Literacy level 5. BCom (part-time): Math at level 4 BCom General (3 year stream). Career options For example Public Service Administrator, Bookkeeper, Auditor, Manager, Economist, Financial Accountant, Broker, Fund Raiser, Personnel Manager, Industrial Psychologist, Trade Unionist, Marketing Manager, Purchasing/Production/ Financial Manager, Financial Consultant. For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the EMS faculty accessible through part-time study see pages 75 and 76. For the list of continuing education courses offered by the EMS Faculty see pages 60 to

22 Programmes and courses Admission requirements Education Undergraduate courses offered during after hours. Qualifications of the Centre for Adult and Continuing Education (CACE) Higher Certificate in Education, Training and Development: Adult Learning. Higher Diploma in Education, Training and Development: Workplace Learning. Matric prior to 2008 Matric exemption Conditional / no exemption - Admission tests / interview. Certain additional requirements must be met for students who obtained a Senior Certificate (SC) before NSC criteria (2008 onwards) UWC point system Language requirements: English level 4 (home or first additional language); Another language at level 3 (home or first additional language). Career options life is Programmes: Certificate and Diploma in Adult Education: No specific subject requirements other than the relevant NSC for certificate or diploma studies (as well as 23 points in the case of diploma studies). For example Adult Educator, Lecturer, Community Worker / Educator, Training Coordinator, Educational Researcher. a le n r a ing journey For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Education faculty. 20

23 accessible through part-time study see pages 76 and 77. For the list of continuing education courses offered by the Education Faculty see pages 64 to 66 and for the Division for Lifelong Learning see page 66. Programmes and courses Admission requirements Career options Law Undergraduate courses offered during after hours. Certificate in Forensic Examination Senior Certificate plus three years working experience. For example Internal, external and forensic auditors, public prosecutors, bank officials, other managers with financial responsibility. For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Law faculty accessible through part-time study see the pages 77 and 78. Natural Sciences All undergraduate courses are only offered in the day time. For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Natural Sciences faculty accessible through part-time study see pages 78 and 79. For the list on continuing education courses offered by the Natural Sciences faculty see page

24 The Lifelong Learning Awards The Lifelong Learning Awards are presented each year to inspirational students who are older, have entered via alternative access, or are part-time. An award is also offered to a deserving unit on campus which supports the lifelong learning mission. The awards demonstrate UWC's ongoing commitment to making lifelong learning a reality for thousands of people who would not otherwise be able to access higher education. Previous award winners were: Hawa Bebe Sattar 2010 B. Com Bettie Damon 2010 LLB life is a le n r a ing journey Martin Goodman Ngcine 2011: Diploma in Adult Education 22 Dawn Bosman 2007/2009: BA Honours Gender Studies Geraldine Hendricks 2007: B.Education

25 How do I gain access? The following questions will guide you through the application and registration process. How to choose my course? Consult the electronic prospectus on the UWC website (click on Division for Lifelong Learning home page Consult info for prospective students on the university home page. Study this Prospectus (Part-time studies in 2014). How do I get more detailed information about part-time studies and continuing education courses? Contact the faculties and departments directly for more information about entry requirements, subject choice, course content, course duration, costs, and financial aid (see pages 26 and 27). Contact the Division for Lifelong Learning if you need more information about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): How do I apply when I want to start with my part-time studies in 2014? The preferred application is on-line open 24 hours a day. If you don't meet the entry requirements contact the Faculties or Departments to find out whether you qualify for access through: Age Exemption, Senate Discretionary access (SD), 23

26 and for Recognition of Prior Learning. See details on pages 30 and 31. Which are the deadlines for application and what application fees must I pay? The deadlines for applications and amounts payable for non-refundable application fees are: Undergraduates - closing date 30 September Application fee R100. Postgraduates - closing date 30 October Application fee R100. Please note Foreign applicants must pay the foreign equivalent of the application fee plus all bank charges. What do I need to complete my application? Your ID or passport number; your matric results or results of an equivalent qualification: if you don't have an exemption you have to tick the box Senate Discretionary admission; Candidates who don't have a matric or equivalent qualification must tick the 'RPL' box. How can I check my application status? life is a le n r a ing journey You may call the Call Centre to enquire about the status of your application at or Keep your application number at hand when you call. 24

27 How will I know whether my application is successful? You will get an official acceptance letter by the University, issued by the Department of Student Administration, which informs you whether your application was successful. When can I register? You can only register after you receive the official university acceptance letter. Registration starts in the second week of January What must I bring along to successfully complete my registration? The official university acceptance letter; A certified copy of your Senior Certificate or the Official Advice/Statement of Results issued by your Provincial Education authority (not for RPL candidates); Your Identity Document (or certified copy); The registration fee and the first instalment of your fees you are required to pay. If you have already paid your fees into the UWC s bank account, bring proof of payment. 25

28 Department of Student Administration / Faculties Faculty / Department Arts Community & Health Sciences Dentistry Education Economic & Management Sciences Name / Collette Schroeder cschroeder@uwc.ac.za Micheline Lemboe mlemboe@uwc.ac.za Belinda Petersen chshelpdesk@uwc.ac.za Boningwa Bingwa bbingwa@uwc.ac.za Suheimah Towfie stowfie@uwc.ac.za Gezani Hobyani emsadmin@uwc.ac.za Fax Telephone Law life is a le n r a Adele Rhoda amrhoda@uwc.ac.za Certificate of Forensic Examination Rohan Meyer rmeyer@uwc.ac.za postgraduate studies ing journey

29 Faculty / Department Natural Science Department of Student Administration / Faculties Name / Sharon Slinger sslinger@uwc.ac.za Fax Telephone Department of Student Administration Financial Aid servicedesk@uwc.ac.za Helpdesk

30 UWC Points System For admission to degree and diploma programmes UWC uses a weighted system for calculating points. In order to be admitted to degree studies the candidate should have attained a minimum of 27 points, and to diploma studies, a minimum of 23 points, on their national senior certificates. This may differ for each Faculty. In addition to the general criteria for admission to the University, additional criteria must be met to qualify for admission to particular study programmes. Specific admission criteria for faculties and programmes can be found in the schedules on pages 16 to 21, and in the faculty calendars. In order to be admitted to degree studies in the EMS Faculty, the candidate should have attained a minimum of 30 points on their national senior certificates. Make sure you are aware of the minimum points required in each faculty. life is a le n r a ing journey 28

31 NSC Levels UWC Points Level Percentage Points for English* Points for Math or Math Literacy Points for Life Orientation Points for Each other subject % % % % % % % % less than 20% * 'English' refers to either English home language or English first additional language, not second additional language. 29

32 Flexible Access Admission A flexible admissions system and equitable selection procedures ensure that students from all sectors of the community have a fair chance to gain access to university studies. The following options are available: Senate Discretionary (SD) Admission A National Senior Certificate (2008) or matriculation with exemption is the normal requirement for admission to the university. You may, however, have a matric without exemption and be willing to undergo assessment specified by the university to determine your potential to succeed. Subject to the discretionary approval of Senate the university can admit students conditionally, based on the results of the assessment mentioned before. Good symbols in certain matric subjects may also be a requirement for admission into particular programmes. For more information, contact the faculty of your choice. Age Exemption Admission Learners who have a National Senior Certificate and who will be 23 years or older during their first year of study may qualify for admission to university provided they adhere to certain conditions. Consult the Admissions Office for more details. Learners over 45 years of age can be admitted to the university without any formal entry requirements but we would strongly advise the Portfolio Development Course for most applicants. Contact the Division for Lifelong life is a le n r a ing journey Learning: for advice in this regard. 30

33 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Learners who are 23 years of age or older and who do not have formal qualifications to enter university can now bid for admission either by writing tests of academic readiness or by doing a portfolio development course. The tests for academic readiness are written in October whilst the Portfolio Course is offered after hours over nine weeks and involves attending five contact sessions and two advising sessions as candidates prepare their learning portfolio. The successful portfolio presents evidence that the student has attained the level required for entry, although in some cases, an additional entrance test may be prescribed. The portfolio development course will be offered from May to September. For further information contact the Division for Lifelong Learning: or visit our website: (click on 'Division for Lifelong Learning', 'Access' and 'RPL'). Continuing Education Courses (CE) In addition to the formal menu of part-time studies at UWC there are various other 'short' courses on offer to individuals, professionals, corporate and community-based organizations. These courses which are referred to as CE Courses in this prospectus (page 44 to 67), are aimed at meeting the needs of those who are currently employed or unemployed, helping to secure access to the kinds of knowledge, skills and information required to participate effectively in society and in the changing economy. 31