| Qualification stream: | Psychological Counselling |
| Qualification code: | 02313 - COU |
| NQF level: | 6 |
| Total credits: | 360 |
| SAQA ID: | 15934 |
| APS/AS: | 20 |
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Rules: This qualification consists of 30 modules with Psychological Counselling indicated as the MAJOR. Students should note that during the course of their studies they would be required to have access to a computer or laptop, printer and the internet. Some of the pre-requisites and/ or co-requisites outlined in this qualification may not apply as they do not form part of the curriculum. |
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| Purpose statement: The purpose of this qualification is to familiarise learners with the content and basic theories of a number of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, at the basic and intermediate level, and to provide them with a deeper grasp of one or more of these disciplines taken at exit level (level 6), as well as to enable them to place new knowledge in context and to use appropriate methods for seeking resolution of problems; To provide learners with a variety of basic scholarly and intellectual competencies, including the ability to question critically the assumptions of a limited range of theories and authorities, and to develop an understanding of elementary research methods used within one or more disciplines; To equip learners with the ability to give an accurate account of scholarly positions and the competence to express their own opinions clearly and coherently, both in written and oral communication; To prepare learners for post learner study; To provide learners with a well-rounded and broad education across a number of disciplines, thus preparing them for a wide range of professions crucial to the welfare of society; To produce learners who are able to think laterally, critically and creatively; To produce learners who are prepared for life-long learning; To produce learners who understand the principles of, and are capable of critical citizenship. |
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| This qualification will be presented using both online and distance learning modes. | |
| Qualification offered until 2024, and ONLY for students previously registered for this qualification. | |
Please note: Should you wish to start a new qualification, please apply online for the alternative qualification during the prescribed application period.
Each Unisa qualification is structured in such a way that you need to pass a certain number of NQF level credits within a certain amount of time in order to graduate.
Pre-requisite: If Module A is a pre-requisite for Module B, you must pass Module A before you may register for Module B.
You may not register for more than the allowed maximum number of credits / modules per academic year and / or semester: 60 credits per semester or 120 credits per academic year.
The maximum number of credits do not include supplementary and / or aegrotat examinations from a previous semester. Modules taken for non-degree / non-diploma purposes also count towards the maximum number of credits allowed.
You must take your available time into consideration when choosing your modules, as this will impact your academic performance. You need approximately
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Students who passed an African Language as a first language at Matric level are not allowed to
register AFL1503 and AFL1504.
Students who passed SCK1501 will retain credits for BSW1501, SCK1502 will retain credits BSW1502,
ENN103F has been replaced by ENG1503, students who have already passed ENN103F may not register
ENG1503.
ETH102L has been replaced by EML1501, students who have passed ETH102L may not register EML1501.
EDC1015 has been discontinued, students must choose another available elective.
EDT1602 has been replaced by ISC3701, students who have passed EDT1602 may not register ISC3701.
Students who have passed PYC2604 will be exempted to do PYC2614
Students who have passed MGG2601will be exempted to do CSP2601
Students who have passed SCK2601will be exempted to do BSW2604
Students who have passed SCK2603 will be exempted to do BSW2603
Students who have passed SCK2604 will be exempted to do BSW2601
Students who have passed PYC3706 will retain credits for PYC3716
Students who have passed SCK3701 will be exempted to do BSW3701
Students who have passed SCK3702 will be exempted to do BSW3702
Students who have passed SCK3703 will be exempted to do BSW3703
BSW3701 co-requisite is BSW3704, however, this module is not part of the curriculum.