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UNIVERSITY OF THE
WESTERN CAPE
STUDYING
PART-TIME
IN 2012
a place of quality,
a place to grow,
from hope to action
through knowledge

PROSPECTUS
PART-TIME STUDY 2012
13th Edition
This prospectus has been produced
by the Division for Lifelong Learning.
While every effort has been made to
ensure that the information herein is
correct at the time of going to press,
the university or its sub-contractors
cannot be held liable for errors or
consequences arising therefrom.
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.
Secretariat: Tel: 021 959-2799 Fax:
021 959-3788 E-mail:
lifelong@uwc.ac.za. Website:
www.uwc.ac.za click on ‘lifelong
learning’. Compiled by Jos Koetsier,
Division for Lifelong Learning.
Produced by Adprint.
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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 as a part-time
Professor Brian O' Connell
Rector & Vice-Chancellor
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.
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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 awarded: the Lifelong Learning Awards 41
List of Continuing Education courses or short courses 44
Courses of general interest (not accredited) 55
List of qualifications offered Part-time 69
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Anne Hope
“I have become increasingly convinced that
development is essentially a spiritual process.
It does not depend primarily on having huge
funds thrown at its feet, but on vision, daring,
courage and generosity.”
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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 support to help, you require firm time management
yourself to introduce a learning programme into the daily demands of work, family and friends.
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.
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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.
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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 the large township of 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.
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How to use this prospectus
This prospectus is the university's thirteenth 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 55).
Part-time study
These are accredited certificate, diploma and degree courses, (pages 69 to 79) of various
durations.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Part-time studies and After Hours Studies
When can I study part-time?
Most courses accessible to Part-time students are usually offered from Monday to Thursday
after hours 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 full-time from 08h30 - 16h30. All undergraduate
programmes in the Science and Dentistry faculties are only offered full-time from 08h30 -
16h30. For details consult the Faculty Calendars on the UWC website www.uwc.ac.za (click on
'download' on the UWC home page).
If I want to study after-hours at UWC, what do I do?
Establish that the course you want to follow is offered after hours. 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.
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How long are the study programmes?
UWC offers a variety of qualifications including certificates, diplomas and degrees. Full-time
certificates and diplomas are usually offered over a one or two year period. Full-time degrees
are offered over a three or four year period. Students attending the after-hours classes 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?
You will pay the same application fee as full-time student. The non-refundable application fee
ranges from R50 to R150 and there is an up front payment on registration (R3 900 in 2011). As a
part-time student you only pay for the modules for which you have registered. For example, if
you register for half of your first year modules you will pay half the annual fee (R8 650). For a list
of fees (full-time) see page 33.
Is financial aid available to part-time students?
Yes. Enquire at the Student Financial Aid Office, foyer of the banking hall, ground floor,
Administration Building. Or call the Financial Aid Help Desk: 021 959-3114.
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What does the term 'undergraduate' mean?
The term 'undergraduate' refers to students who are studying for a first degree in a area of study.
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 after hours 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 sanctioned by legislative authority. 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.
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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: 021
959-2799, 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.
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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, Henry Davids: 021 959-2198,
hsdavids@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.
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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 2011 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 part-time. The undergraduate degree
courses in the Community and Health Sciences faculty, Dentistry, Law and Sciences are only
offered during the day and the participants are pre-dominantly full-time registered students.
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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.
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Undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications at UWC
Level Qualifications Duration full-time
Undergraduate Continuing Education courses Less than 1 year
(Block periods)
Less than 1 year
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
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1 year 2 years
1 year 2 year
Duration part-time
2 - 3 years 3 - 4 years
2 - 4 years 2 - 5 years

Programmes
and courses
Admission
requirements
Undergraduate degree, diploma & certificate courses - Part-time studies
Faculty of Arts
Undergraduate courses offered during after hours
BA
Afrikaans
Anthropology
English (only the first year is offered part-time)
Sociology
Theological studies
BBIBL Library and Information Science (only the first year is offered part-time)
BTH: Theology
Matric prior to 2008
Matric exemption or alternative assessment.
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).
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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.
Teacher, Researcher, Administrator, Historian, Museum Officer, Heritage Sector
Employee, Gender Equity Officer, Translator, Interpreter, Script Writer, Journalist,
Publisher, Television or Radio Presenter, Communications Consultant, Marketer,
Media Officer, Personnel Officer, Tourism Officer, Environmental Officer, Urban and
Regional Planner, Diplomatic Officer, 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 full-time.
For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Dentistry faculty accessible
through part-time study see pages 74 and 75.
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All Undergraduate degree courses are only offered full-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
Admission
requirements
BAdmin
BCom (general)
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
Public Management
Matric prior to 2008
Community & Health Sciences (CHS)
Economic & Management Sciences (EMS)
Programmes:
BAdmin Matric exemption (50% aggregate)
BCom (general) (50% aggregate)
BCom (part-time) Matric exemption (50% aggregate)
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Career
options
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 4.
BCom (part-time): Math at level 4
BCom General (3 year stream).
Public Service Administrator, Bookkeeper, Auditor, Manager, Economist, Chartered
Accountant, 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 64.
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Programmes
and courses
Admission
requirements
Career
options
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 1997.
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:
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).
Adult Educator, Lecturer, Community Worker / Educator, Training Coordinator,
Educational Researcher.
For the list of postgraduate qualifications in the Education faculty
.
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Programmes
and courses
Admission
requirements
Career
options
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.
Law
Undergraduate courses offered during after hours.
Certificate in Forensic Examination
Senior Certificate plus three years working experience.
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 full-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 67.
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Julius Nyerere
(1922 - 1999)
“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.”
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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 prospectuses on the UWC website (click on Downloads on top tool bar
home page www.uwc.ac.za). Consult info for prospective students on the university home
page. Study this Prospectus (Study Part-time in 2012).
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): 021 959-2799.
How do I apply when I want to start with my part-time studies in 2012?
The preferred application is on-line www.uwc.ac.za, 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), and
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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:
1st Closing Date: 31 August 2011 - R50
2nd Closing Date: 30 September 2011 - R100
Late Applications: 01 October 2011 - R150
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 off the box Senate Discretionary admission;
Candidates who don't have a matric or equivalent qualification must tick off the 'RPL' box.
How can I check my application status?
You may call the Call Centre to enquire about the status of your application at +27 21 959-3900
or +27 21 959-3901. Keep your application number at hand when you call.
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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 2012.
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 R3 900 (2011
fees). If you have already paid your fees into the UWC’s bank account, bring proof of payment.
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Faculty / Department
Community &
Health Sciences
Dentistry
Department of Student Administration / Faculties
Name / Email
Arts Collette Schroeder
cschroeder@uwc.ac.za
Micheline Lemboe
mlemboe@uwc.ac.za
Belinda Petersen
bpetersen@uwc.ac.za
Sandra Waterboer
swaterboer@uwc.ac.za
Education Suheimah Towfie
stowfie@uwc.ac.za
Economic & Management
Sciences
Caroline Hoorn
choorn@uwc.ac.za
Law Elizabeth Witten
ewitten@uwc.ac.za
Certificate of
Forensic Examination
Denise Snyders
dsnyders@uwc.ac.za
postgraduate studies
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Fax
021 959-2376
021 959-2376
021 959-2755
021 931-2287
Telephone
021 959-2407
021 959-9247
021 959-2744
021 937-3004
021 959-2647 021 959-2276
021 959-1369 021 959-3619
021 959-3486
021 959-3486
021 959-2960
021 959-3292

Faculty / Department
Natural Science
Department of
Student Administration
Financial Aid
Department of Student Administration / Faculties
Name / Email
Sharon Slinger
sslinger@uwc.ac.za
servicedesk@uwc.ac.za
Helpdesk
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Fax
021 959-2266
Telephone
021 959-3891
021 959-3668 021 959-3348
021 959-2897
021 959-3394
021 959-3114
021 959-2737

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.
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.
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Level
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
NSC Levels UWC Points
Percentage
90-100%
80-90%
70-79%
60-69%
50-59%
40-49%
30-39%
20-29%
less than 20%
Points for English*
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
0
Points for Math or
Math Literacy
15
13
11
9
7
5
3
1
0
Points for Life
Orientation
3
3
2
2
2
1
1
1
0
Points for Each
other subject
* 'English' refers to either English home language or English first additional language, not second additional language.
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7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0

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
Learning: 021 959-2799 for advice in this regard.
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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 on a part-time basis 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 in May/June and August / September. For further
information contact the Division for Lifelong Learning: 021 959-2799 or visit our website:
www.uwc.ac.za (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.
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When do part-time studies start?
Lectures will start on Monday 30 January 2012. Some programmes (e.g. programmes offered
by the School of Business and Finance) may start a week earlier.
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How much does it cost to study?
All course fees listed in this prospectus are as they were for the 2011 academic year, unless
otherwise stated. For the fees for 2012 consult the fee booklet of the university, available
towards the end of the year at the student accounts department: 021 959-3108 / 3109.
Alternatively click on ‘prospective students’ on the home page www.uwc.ac.za and ‘student
fees’.
Summary of Tuition Fees for 2011 (South African Students)
The following fees listed are full-time fees. On average part-time students pay 75% of the fulltime
fee. Your fee is costed per module.
Undergraduate, levied per year level
B Com (Gen) & (Acc), B Admin, etc - R17 300 p.a.
Arts: e.g. BA, B Bibl - R17 300 p.a.
Certificate for Forensic Examination - R7 800
(excluding application fee (R50-R100) and registration fee - R830).
Postgraduate fees
Honours - R17 290 full course
Masters - R19 240 full course
PhD - R19 240 full course
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Pregs Govender
“In the silence I meditated on the power of love
within ourselves. With such power we can evoke our
original qualities of peace and joy and recognise that
these qualities are intrinsic to every one of us; with
such power we can help transform our world.”
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What kind of support and facilities do UWC offer to part-time students?
The faculty officers are your first port of call. You can contact them for more detailed information
about the course of your choice. The following services and support facilities are available to
part-time students.
After Hours Services help desk
This help desk operates during each term lecture periods and is part of the ‘After Hours
Study Zone'. This zone in the central area of the university aims to create a sociable,
safe and service oriented environment for adult learners who study during after
hours. Find the After Hours Services Help desk in B-Block, first floor, opposite
Lecture Hall B3. The Help desk is open Monday to Thursday from 16h30 to 20h30.
For more information contact the Division for Lifelong Learning: 021 959-2799, or
lifelong@uwc.ac.za. Watch the notice boards branded with the 'After Hours Study Zone' logo for
up-to-date information.
Student Administration
Contact Student Administration: 021 959-3348, 021 959-2895 or 021 959-3394.
(International: +27 21 959-3348, +27 21 959-2895 or +27 21 959-3394).
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Writing Centre
The Writing Centre is an academic literacy support department that assists students in
developing and refining their academic writing skills. Writing Centre consultants are specially
trained to provide assistance to undergraduate students with the demands of academic writing.
Contact: 021 959-2390. Consultations 021 959-3919 (Lab).
UWC Computer laboratories
Currently UWC has approximately 68 computing laboratories totaling over 2 000 computers
(training as well as walk-in facilities) on and off campus. This includes smaller laboratories in
some Departments, as well as larger ones located in central campus, such as the Thintana
Computer Lab. The majority of these laboratories operate with Windows based programmes,
however Open Source programmes are being incorporated.
University Library
The Library supports and enriches the University's mission and its commitment to learning,
teaching, research and community outreach by providing students with both the space and
environment in which students can explore and acquire knowledge and develop lifelong
learning and information seeking skills. Students have access to a vast array of information
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esources in a number of different formats. Contact the help-desk (open during library hours):
021 959-2932, KCLLibrary@uwc.ac.za .
Library Hours
Monday to Thursday: 08h20 - 24h00
Friday: 08h20 - 20h30
Saturday: 09h00 - 17h00
Student Enrolment Management Unit (SEMU)
SEMU offers free career guidance using the PACE self exploratory computer based
questionnaire. The completion of the questionnaire is followed by a counselling session with a
skilled career counsellor. Contact: 021 959-2405, zmdwara@uwc.ac.za for more information.
Centre for Student Support Services
This Centre provides high Support Services quality, free and confidential services in the area
Student Development, Student Academic Support, Psychological Services, Students with
Disabilities and Leadership and Social Responsibilities. It offers broad student-centered
development and professional services, programmes, training opportunities and resources
aimed at enhancing the quality of life and wellness of the campus community. The focus is to
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engage students' potential in order to assist in developing responsible and responsive citizens
for tomorrow at UWC. The vision is to develop a safe, secure and supportive campus
environment which enhances student learning on multiple levels. We conduct research and
engage with national issues and debates to provide a cutting edge service which meets
students' development needs. We are staffed by dynamic professionals who are registered with
national bodies and provide. Contact the Centre for Student Support Services: 021 959-2299.
Director: Birgit Schreiber: 021 959-2299, bschreiber@uwc.ac.za.
Division for Postgraduate Studies incorporating the PET Project
Support Systems for Postgraduate Students. The Division for Postgraduate Studies (DPS)
[incorporating the Postgraduate Enrolment and Throughput (PET) project] was launched in
April 2009. Under the PET Project component, various study guides have been published and
disseminated. The project has assisted the institution to create a framework in which students
can find support, which attends to common difficulties such as isolation and inadequate
advising, and promotes academic collaboration and mentorship. The aim of the PET Project is
to help postgraduate students complete their theses and to decrease time-to-degree. Contact
Dr. Lorna Holtman: 021 959-2451, lholtman@uwc.ac.za or the Administrator: 021 959-3920,
petbookings@uwc.ac.za.
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Financial Aid Assistance
Financial assistance is available to all registered students at UWC in the form of NSFAS funding
and various bursaries. Application forms can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office once a
student number has been released by Student Administration, in the final acceptance letter.
Application for financial aid is strictly governed by due dates. Students need to familiarize
themselves with these due dates to avoid disappointment. Students will be informed once the
application is assessed and criteria of NSFAS funding or bursaries are met. Notification of
bursaries will be sent to the student university e-mail account. Watch for notices from ‘UWC
Communications’. The onus is on the student to apply for available funding. For more
information contact N Manqane on 021 959-9707or nmanqane@uwc.ac.za or visit the
Financial Aid office in the prefabs behind the Central Administration Building.
Edu-Loan
To avoid high up-front payments Edu-loan provides loans, to be paid back in ten equal
installments during the year. For more information contact Edu-loan: 021 959-3104, Fax 021
959-3749, eduloan@uwc.ac.za, or visit www.eduloan.co.za.
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Campus Health
The Centre is open throughout the year (closed during December holidays - two weeks). The
Centre also offers a confidential HIV/Aids testing facility. Contact: 021 959-2876.
Security
Security patrols on campus day and night help keep people and possessions safe. Contact: 021
959-2564.
Student Representative Council (SRC)
For advice, queries, complaints and support from students elected to represent student
interests. Contact: 021 959-2802.
The eLearning Development & Support Unit (EDSU)
The eLearning support team has a responsibility toward building the capacity of the lecturers
and students of UWC to engage and interact with online communication and assessment tools
such as: Discussion forums, Chat rooms, Online Assignments, Blogs, Wikis, Podcasting (audiorecordings).
Contact EDSU if you would like to start your eLearning journey:
elearning@uwc.ac.za, 021 959-3200/3068. Peruse the university website if you want to read
more about the integrated eLearning support team at www.uwc.ac.za and click on 'eLearning'.
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The Division for Lifelong Learning (DLL)
DLL was established in 1999 to assist with the ongoing development of more flexible,
convenient and socially relevant learning options, and to improve the facilities for part-time
students at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
For more information contact DLL: 021 959-2799, lifelong@uwc.ac.za, website:
www.uwc.ac.za, click on 'Lifelong Learning'.
Lifelong Learning Awards
High achievers and role models are awarded the Lifelong Learning Awards. These awards are
given annually for inspiring achievements. Calls for nominations are advertised on the campus,
on the website and through e-mails. A selection of three members of the Senate lifelong
Learning Committee (SLLC) short lists the candidates.
They make recommendations to the Rector, who makes the final decision. The Lifelong
Learning Awards are then presented by the Vice Chancellor during the Graduation Ceremony.
The Division for Lifelong Learning (DLL) acts as the secretariat for the awards.
Lifelong Learners Award (Part-time Study): celebrating the achievements of part-time learners;
Lifelong learning Award (Alternative Access): for students who have entered the university via
alternative access;
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Senior Lifelong Learning Award: celebrates the achievement of learners older than 50 years;
Lifelong Learning Group Award: celebrates a significant contribution that a department, unit or
association on campus has made to the development of UWC's Lifelong Learning Mission.
For more information contact the Division for Lifelong Learning: 021 959-2799,
lifelong@uwc.ac.za. Visit our website for 'face to face' information about the most recent award
winners. Go to www.uwc.ac.za, click on 'Lifelong Learning' and on 'Lifelong Learning Awards'.
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How do I get to the University?
The university is easily accessible by road (taxis, buses) and rail (Unibell railway station). A map
showing pedestrian and vehicle entrances is located on the inside back cover of the prospectus.
When using private transport access the university through the Modderdam road main entrance
or Symphony Road entrance opposite the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Only use
the designated parking areas to avoid congestion and traffic fines (wheel clamps). The
university is seven kilometers away from Cape Town International Airport.
Additional to the formal menu of part-time programmes on offer at UWC there are various 'short'
courses on offer to individuals, professionals, community-based organisations, corporate and
government sectors. These courses are referred to as Continuing Education (CE) courses and
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.
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Continuing Education: General Information
In addition to the formal menu of part-time programmes on offer at UWC there are various 'short'
courses on offer to individuals, professionals, community-based organisations, corporate and
government sectors. These courses are referred to as Continuing Education (CE) courses and
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.
CE Courses are available to members of staff and the public at various times and venues during
the year. Some courses are credit-bearing against existing qualifications, others are non creditbearing,
although they may carry 'Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points' if
accredited by a professional association. The University is open to partnerships with the public
and private sector with the aim of creating customised learning programmes that benefit
organizations and individuals, while enhancing motivation and productivity in the workplace
and in communities.
In 2003 the University approved a policy to create a register of CE courses which are eight hours
or longer. The Policy for Quality Assurance was approved in 2006 to ensure quality procedures
and practices relating to all CE courses offered at UWC.
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The majority of CE Courses at UWC are offered by the following schools and departments:
The School of Public Health and School of Nursing has a wide range of CPD courses for
professionals in the healthcare sector. The School of Government offers a range of executive,
middle management and secretarial courses for employees in local, provincial and national
government including the parliamentary staff. The School of Business and Finance offers a
wide selection of business related courses. The Human Resources Department coordinates
CE courses for staff at UWC.
Other departments and units offering CE courses include:
Economics
Division for Lifelong Learning
Fair Share
Further Education and Training Institute
HIV/AIDS Programme
Industrial Psychology
Interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence for Sports Science and Development (ICESSD)
Religion and Theology
Science Learning Centre for Africa
Statistics
Xhosa
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A - Z Continuing Education (CE) courses
In this prospectus we only listed the course titles and contact details of providers. More
elaborate course descriptors are on the university website www.uwc.ac.za. Click on 'lifelong
learning', 'continuing education' and browse}.
Please note course dates are subject to demand. Please contact the departments for course
information. The contact details are indicated below.
A
Accessing the Language of Learning and Teaching using the SIOP model
(Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) 64
Advanced Committee Management 63
Advanced Management Development Programme for Local Government 63
Advanced participatory techniques in facilitation, evaluation and action-research 60
Advanced sport and recreation for community development 60
Advanced sport, physical activity and recreation in psychosocial and health intervention 60
AIDS and Education Level 1 66
AIDS and Education Level 2 66
AIDS and Education Level 3 66
AIDS and Education Level 4 66
AIDS in the African Context 66
Alcohol Problems: Developing multi-faceted programmes for communities 57
Art and Heart of the Educator / Trainer 66
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B
Building AIDS-competent Schools 66
Building Responses to AIDS in Schools and Communities 66
Business Communication 62
Business Law for Small Middle Enterprises (SMEs) 62
C
Christian Ministry 111 56
Christian Ministry 121 56
Classroom Management in FET Colleges 65
Community Involvement in Health 57
Computerised District Information Systems: an intermediate course 57
Computerised District Information Systems: an advanced course 57
Conflict Transformation 59
Conflict Transformation Interventions 59
Counselling behaviour change: using motivational interviewing 57
Creative Writing 57
Crime Prevention Management 63
Current Thinking and Practice in Health Promotion 57
Curriculum Development for Health Professional Education 59
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D
Demographic Analysis of Gender Issues and Reproductive Health 67
Developing AIDS-Competent Schools 66
Development Economics and Policy 60
E
Economics for Managers 62
Effective Business Communication Skills (EBS) 59
Emerging Management Development Programme for Local Government 63
Employment Law 62
Employee Management 62
Epidemiology and Control of Non-communicable Disease 57
Epidemiology and Control of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in the Era of
Anti-retrovirals 57
Ethics 111 56
Ethics 121 56
F
Facilitating Mediation Skills 59
Further Education an Training: Chemical Change 65
Further Education an Training: Chemical Systems 65
Further Education an Training: Electricity & Magnetism 65
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Further Education an Training: Matter & Materials 65
Further Education an Training: Mechanics 65
Further Education an Training: Waves, Sound & Light 65
Finance for non-financial Business Managers 62
Financial Management 62
Fundraising: Using the Logical Framework Approach 65
G
Globalisation and Health: Key Aspects for Policy Makers, Managers and Practitioners 57
H
Health Management 57
Health Promoting Schools: Putting vision into practice 58
Health Promoting Settings: A partnership approach to health promotion 58
Hermeneutics 121 56
Hermeneutics 111 56
HIV & AIDS and Me 66
HIV and Teaching Practice 66
I
IDP and Budgeting in Local Government 63
Improving Service Delivery and Performance Management 63
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Information Systems for Human Resources for Health 58
International Economics and Policy 60
Introduction to Committee Management 63
Introduction to Committee Secretariat Services 64
Introductory Course for the Analysis of Survey Data with SPSS for Windows 67
Introduction to participatory techniques in facilitation, needs assessment
and evaluation 60
Introduction to sport and recreation for community development 60
Introduction to sport, physical activity and recreation in psycho-social
and health intervention 60
L
Leading and Managing Change 62
Leadership and Management in Local Government 64
Leadership and Management of HIV/AIDS in the Work Place 64
Leadership and Transformation 60
Learning, Teaching and Assessment 65
Life Skills and Community Peace Building 60
Local Economic Development 61/64
Local Governance and Democracy 64
Local Government 61/64
Local Government Management Development Programme 64
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Local Government Policy and Legislative Framework 64
M
Macro-economic Principles 60
Macro-economic Theory and Policy 60
Managing Information and Communication 60
Management Accounting 62
Management Skills Development 62
Managing Information and Communication 61
Management of HIV & TB and ARV Therapy in Primary Health Care 59
Manual lymph drainage and complete de-congestive therapy course 59
Marketing Management 62
Mathematics/Econometrics Principles 60
Micro-economic Principles 60
Micro-economics Theory and Policy 61
Monitoring and Evaluation of Health and Development Programmes 58
Municipal Finance and Budgeting 61/64
O
Official Statistics 67
Operations Management 62
Organisational Leadership 61/64
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Orientation Programme: Further Education and Training College Educators 65
P
Policy Writing Skills 64
Preceptorship training for nurses 59
Principles of Long Term Insurance and Retirement Funds 63
Principles of Management 63
Principles fo Short Term Insurance 63
Professional Programme in Employee Assistance 63
Project Management 63
Public Economics and Policy 61
Q
Qualitative Research Methods 58
Quantitative Analysis 63
Quantitative Research Methods 58
R
Reframing the AIDS Pandemic 66
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Portfolio Development Course 66
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S
Schools, Teachers and Teaching in the Age of AIDS 66
Small Business Finance 63
Small Business Management 63
Small Business Planning 63
Social Demography 67
Sport, Culture and Development 59
Sport, Peace and Development 60
Statistical Genetics 67
Starting Your Small Business 63
Survey Methodology 67
Survey Methods for Health Research 58
T
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods for Health Professionals 59
Theological Studies 111 56
Theological Studies 121 56
Theoretical Foundations for Health Professional Education 59
U
Using Geographical Information Systems for Analysing
and Mapping Healthcare Issues 58
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Using information for Effective Management: an intermediate course 58
Understanding and Analysing Health Policy 58
V
Vocational Education Orientation Programme 65
W
Workplace Practicum in Local Government 64
X
Xhosa: Advanced Translation and Editing 57
Xhosa: Basic communication 57
Xhosa: Basic Translation Skills 57
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Courses of General interest
UWC Centre for the Performing Arts
Classical and Jazz Music Studies
Drama
UWC Chamber Choir
UWC ChamberOrchestra
Vocal Training Studio-popular singing and stage presentation
Contact Heidie Bastian:021 959-3189 Fax: 021 959-3883 3883 performingarts@uwc.ac.za
UWC Main Library
Information Skills: Basic Search Skills
Information Skills: Database and e-Book Training
Information Skills: Finding Information in the Library
Information Skills: Information Research Workshop for Postgraduate Students
Information Skills: Information Research Workshop for UWC Staff
Information Skills: Introduction to the Library's Electronic Resources
Information Skills: OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue
Contact Lilian Mitchell-Kamalie: 021 959-2934 Fax: 021 959-2659 lmitchell@uwc.ac.za
Main Library Level 4 Room 4.6
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Courses by faculty unit / department
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Arts
Department of Religion and Theory
Programme for Lay Theological Education
Christian Ministry 111
Christian Ministry 121
Ethics 111
Ethics 121
Hermeneutics 121
Hermeneutics 111
Theological Studies 111
Theological Studies 121
Contact Heather Griffiths 021 959-2206 Fax: 021 959-1313 hgriffiths@uwc.ac.za
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Department of Xhosa
Basic Communication in Xhosa
Creative Writing
Basic Translation Skills
Advanced Translation and Editing
Contact Joan Berry: 021 959-2979, Thokozile Mabeqa: 021 959-2382 Fax: 021 959-1251
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
School of Public Health
Alcohol Problems: Developing multi-faceted programmes for communities
Community Involvement in Health
Computerised District Information Systems: An intermediate course
Computerised District Information Systems: An advanced course
Counselling behaviour change: using motivational interviewing
Current Thinking and Practice in Health Promotion
Epidemiology and Control of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria in the Era of Antiretrovirals.
Epidemiology and Control of Non-communicable Disease
Globalisation and Health: Key Aspects for Policy Makers, Managers and Practitioners
Health Management
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Health Promoting Schools: Putting vision into practice
Health Promoting Settings: A partnership approach to health promotion
Information Systems for Human Resources for Health
Monitoring and Evaluation of Health and Development Programmes
Qualitative Research Methods
Quantitative research Methods
Survey Methods for Health Research
Understanding and Analysing Health Policy
Using Geographical Information Systems for Analysing and Mapping Healthcare Issues
Using information for Effective Management: An intermediate course
Contact Bridget Basson 021 959-2809/2536 bbasson@uwc.ac.za
Tabisa Nomnganga 021 959 2809 tnomnganga@uwc.ac.za
www.uwc.ac.za/comhealth/soph
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School of Nursing
Curriculum Development for Health Professional EducationExperimental Epidemiology-
Clinical and field trials
Management of HIV & TB and ARV Therapy in Primary Health Care
Manual lymph drainage and complete decongestive therapy course. (MLD & CDT)
Preceptorship training for nurses
Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods for Health Professionals
Theoretical Foundations for Health Professional Education
Contact Ryan Carelse 021 959-9701 rcarelse@uwc.ac.za
Department of Sport Recreation & Exercise Science
Sport, Culture and Development
Contact John Edas 021 959-2409 jedas@uwc.ac.za
The Interdisciplinary Centre of Excellence for Sports Science and Development
(ICESSD) (formerly Social Transformation and Peace Programme)
Conflict Transformation
Conflict Transformation Interventions
Effective Business Communication Skills
Facilitating Mediation Skills
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Life Skills and Community Peace Building
Leadership and Transformation
Sport, Peace and Development
Introduction to participatory techniques in facilitation, needs assessment and evaluation
Advanced participatory techniques in facilitation, evaluation and action-research
Introduction to sport and recreation for community development
Advanced sport and recreation for community development.
Introduction to sport, physical activity and recreation in psychosocial and health intervention
Advanced sport, physical activity and recreation in psychosocial and health intervention
Contact Dr Clemens Ley 021 959-3868 Fax: 021 959-3865 cley@uwc.ac.za
Faculty of Economic and Management Science
Department of Economics
Development Economics and Policy
International Economics and Policy
Macroeconomic Principles
Macroeconomic Theory and Policy
Mathematics/Econometrics Principles
Microeconomic Principles
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Microeconomics Theory and Policy
Public Economics and Policy
Contact Nontembiso Mhlongo 021 959-2579 Fax: 021 959 3201 nmhlongo@uwc.ac.za
Fair Share
Local Government
Organisational Leadership
Managing Information and Communication
Municipal Finance and Budgeting
Local Economic Development
Research Project
Contact Fundiswa Miso 021 959-3843 Fax: 021 959-3826 fmiso@uwc.ac.za
Liezel Faulmann 021 959-3841 Fax: 021 959-3826 lfaulmann@uwc.ac.za
www.fairshare.uwc.ac.za
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Department of Industrial Psychology
Professional Programme in Employee Assistance
Contact Dr Leon Bosman 021 959-3181 Mobile: 083 414-5679
Fax: 021 959-3906 lbosman@uwc.ac.za
Diane Ferrus 021 959-3184 Fax: 021 959-3906 dferrus@uwc.ac.za
Kathleen Schippers 021 959-2585 Fax: 021 959-3906 kschippers@uwc.ac.za
School of Business and Finance
Business Communication
Business Law for Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Economics for Managers
Employee Management
Employment Law
Finance for non-financial managers
Financial Management
Introduction to Information Systems
Leading and Managing Change
Management Accounting
Management Skills Development
Marketing Management
Operations Management
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Principles of Long Term Insurance and Retirement Funds
Principles of Management
Principles of Short Term Insurance
Professional Programme in Employee Assistance
Project Management
Quantitative Analysis
Small Business Finance
Small Business Management
Starting Your Small Business
Small Business Planning
Starting Your Small Business
Contact Margo Simon 021 95- 3225 msimon@uwc.ac.za
School of Government
Advanced Committee Management
Advanced Management Development Programme for Local Government
Crime Prevention Management
Emerging Management Development Programme for Local Government
IDP and Budgeting in Local Government
Improving Service Delivery and Performance Management
Introduction to Committee Management
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Introduction to Committee Secretariat Services
Leadership and Management of HIV/AIDS in the Work Place
Leadership and Management in Local Government
Local Economic Development
Local Governance and Democracy
Local Government
Local Government Management Development Programme
Local Government Policy and Legislative Framework
Managing Information and Communication
Municipal Finance and Budgeting
Organisational Leadership
Policy Writing Skills
Workplace Practicum in Local Government
Contact Valmarie Haywood 021 959-3831 vhaywood@uwc.ac.za www.uwc.ac.za/ems/sog
Faculty of Education
Accessing the Language of Learning and Teaching using the SIOP model (Sheltered Instruction
Observation Protocol)
Contact Rhona Wales 021 959-3888 rwales@uwc.ac.za
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Further Education and Training Institute
Classroom Management in FET Colleges
Fundraising: Using the Logical Framework Approach
Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Orientation Programme for FET College Educators
Vocational Education Orientation Programme
Contact Lydia Boonzaaier 021 761-0603 Fax: 021 761-0618 lboonzaaier@uwc.ac.za
Science Learning Centre for Africa (SLCA)
Further Education an Training: Chemical Change
Further Education an Training: Chemical Systems
Further Education an Training: Electricity & Magnetism
Further Education an Training: Matter & Materials
Further Education an Training: Mechanics
Further Education an Training: Waves, Sound & Light
Contact Prof Shaheed Hartley 021 959-2681 shartley@uwc.ac.za
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Division for Lifelong Learning
Art and Heart of the Educator / Trainer
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Portfolio Development Course
Contact DLL Office 021 959 -2799 Fax: 021 959-3788
lifelong@uwc.ac.za www.uwc.ac.za click on lifelong learning.
HIV/AIDS Programme
AIDS in the African Context
Building AIDS-competent Schools
AIDS and Education Level 1
AIDS and Education Level 2
AIDS and Education Level 3
AIDS and Education Level 4
Building Responses to AIDS in Schools and Communities
Developing AIDS-Competent Schools
HIV/AIDS and Me
HIV and Teaching Practice
Reframing the AIDS Pandemic
Schools, Teachers and Teaching in the Age of AIDS
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Contact Dr James Lees / Prof Tania Vergnani 021 959-2858
Jlees@uwc.ac.za tvergnani@uwc.ac.za
Faculty of Science
Department of Statistics
Demographic Analysis of Gender Issues and Reproductive Health
Introductory Course for the Analysis of Survey Data with SPSS for Windows
Official Statistics
Social Demography
Statistical Genetics
Survey Methodology
Contact Leslie Selbourne 021 959-3039 lselbourne@uwc.ac.za http://www.uwc.ac.za
If you are interested in any of the above courses you can contact the relevant person listed to
find out when the courses will be offered. Application forms are also available from the relevant
contact persons. Please note that some courses only run when there is enough demand.
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Nelson Mandela
“For to be free is not merely to cast off one's
chains, but to live in a way that respects and
enhances the freedom of others.”
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Part-time studies
The University is divided into seven faculties or general fields of academic study and
research. Within these faculties, the departments, schools, institutions and units focus the
study area further. All offer a wealth of degree, diploma and certificate courses to part-time
students. All courses are fully accredited.
In this prospectus courses are listed by Faculty. From the variety of course options listed here
there could be one or more courses that interest you. Contact the faculty for more information. :
For the detailed course descriptors consult the downloadable Faculty calendars on the
university website (www.uwc.ac.za, click on 'download' on the top tool bar and browse) .
Some departments offer their full-time and part-time programmes to students who are
interested in single modules. If you register for these 'stand alone' or 'occasional' modules you
may not receive any study credits.
Did you know? 7% of all UWC undergraduate students in 2011 are part-time
Part-time studies - Undergraduate
Qualifications by faculty unit / department
For detailed information about these qualifications consult the faculty officers (see contact
details on pages 26 and 27) or consult the Undergraduate Faculty Calendars, available on
www.uwc.ac.za. Go to 'download' on the top toolbar and browse.
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Faculty of Arts
Afrikaans en Nederlandse Studies: BA Anthropology: BA
English (Only 1st year offered part-time):
Sociology: BA
Theological Studies: B.Th
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
BCom General (Part-time)
Public Administration: BAdmin
Public Administration: BCom (General)
Faculty of Education: The Centre for Adult and Continuing Education (CACE)
Adult Learning: Higher Certificate in Education, Training and Development
Adult Learning: Higher Diploma in Education, Training and Development
Workplace Learning: Diploma in Education, Training and Development
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Faculty of Law
Forensic Examination: Certificate
LLB Law (Only third year onwards: no new intake of first year students from 2011).
Did you know? 41.7% of all UWC postgraduate students in 2011 are part-time
Part-time studies - postgraduate 2011
Qualifications by faculty unit / department
For detailed information about these qualifications consult the faculty officers (see contact
details on pages 26 and 27) or consult the postgraduate Faculty Calendars, available at
www.uwc.ac.za. Go to 'download' on the top toolbar and browse.
Faculty of Arts
Higher Diploma in Library and Information Science (HDLIS)
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts
Postgraduate Diploma in Museum and Heritage Studies
BA (Hons)
BBibl (Hons)
MA
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MBibl
MTh
MPhil
DTh
PhD
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
Dietetics
MSc - in Nutrition Management
Human Ecology
Advanced Certificate in Education (HE)
BA (Hons) (HE)
MA (HE) (Thesis)
MA (HE) (Structured)
Nursing
MCur
PhD
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Occupational Therapy
MSC (OT)
Physiotherapy
BSc (Hons) (Physio)
MSc (Physio)
PhD
Psychology
BA (Hons)
MA
MPsych
PhD
Public Health
PGCPH postgraduate Certificate in Public Health
PGDPH postgraduate Diploma in Public Health
MPH
PhD
Social Work
MA (SW)
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MA (C & FS)
PhD
Sport Recreation & Exercise Science
BA or BSc (Hons) (Biokinetics)
BA or BCom (Hons) (Sport & Recreation Management)
PGCE Postgraduate Certificate in Education
MA (SRES)
PhD
Faculty of Dentistry
PDD (Postgraduate Diploma in Dentistry)
BSc (DentSc)(Hons)
MSc (Dent) in:
Dental Public Health
Forensic Dentistry
Maxillofacial Radiology
Oral Medicine and Periodontology
Oral Pathology
Oral Surgery (by research only)
Orthodontics (by research only)
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Paediatric Dentistry / Children's Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry MChD with specialization in:
Community Dentistry
Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery
Oral Medicine and Periodontics
Oral Pathology
Orthodontics
Prosthodontics
PhD
DSc (Odont.)
Admission to the MChD programme for foreign candidates is subject
to the Health Professions Council of South Africa's approval
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
ADM - Advanced Diploma in Management
BAdmin (Hons)
BCom (Hons) (Accounting) (Accredited by South African Institute of Chartered Accountants)
(SAICA)
BCom (Hons)
BCom (Hons) (Information Management)
BEcon (Hons)
MAdmin
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MCom
MCom (Information Management)
MEcon
MPA
MPhil
PhD
Faculty of Education
Advanced Certificate in Education (Special Education Needs)
Advanced Certificate in Education (HIV/Aids Education and Counselling)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Life skills and Health Promotion)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Mathematics)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Science Education)
Advanced Certificate in Education (School Leadership)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Language Education)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Accounting Education)
Advanced Certificate in Education (Integrating Values and Human Rights in the Curriculum)
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
BEd (Hons)
MEd by coursework and mini-thesis or by full thesis
MEd by coursework and mini-thesis: Adult Learning and Global Change
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PhD Thesis only. Various specialisations:
Curriculum
Pedagogy
Language in Education
Mathematics and Science Education
Educational Management and Policy
School Improvement
Inclusive Education
Adult Education
Support Services
Higher Education
Faculty of Law
PDL Postgraduate Diploma in Law
LLM / MPhil by coursework with specialisation in:
Constitutional Litigation
International and Human Rights Law
Environmental Law
International Trade, Business and Investment Law
Labour Law
LLM / MPhil by thesis
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PhD
Faculty of Science
Advanced Diploma in Computational Finance Post-Grad Diploma (IWRM)
BSc (Hons) (Applied Geology)
BSc (Hons) (Biodiversity & Conservation Biology)
BSc (Hons) (Biotechnology)
BSc (Hons) (Herbal Science)
BSc (Hons) (Medical Bioscience)
BSc (Hons) (Physical Science)
MPhil (Integrated Water Resource Management)
MPhil (Population Studies)
MSc
MSc (Applied Geology)
MSc (Biodiversity &
Conservation Biology)
MSc (Biotechnology)
MSc (Bioinformatics)
MSc (Computational Finance)
MSc (Environmental Science)
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MSc (Herbal Science)
MSc (Physical Science)
MSc (Structural Biology)
MSc (Water Resource Management)
MSc (Pharmaceutical Sc)
MPharm
PhD
DPharm
DSc
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“Our fathers had their dreams; we have ours;
the generation that follows will have its own.
Without dreams and phantoms man cannot exist.”
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quality, a place to grow. It is committed to excellence in teaching,
learning and research, to nurturing the cultural diversity of South
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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 build an equitable and dynamic society.
One of its specific aims is to “encourage and provide
opportunities for lifelong learning through programmes and
courses.”
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