BScHons) (Human Movement Science (QUALIFICATION CODES 4HON12 BSc Hons Human Movement Science (Biokinetics)
Students are required to do and pass all seven modules according to the fields of specialization as outlined below with a sub minimum of 50%. The total credit value of this year long qualification is 120 credits at NQF level 8.
The specialization options in any year will depend of the availability of staff as well as on student interest.
All students will be required to do internship hours as determined by the Health Profession Council of South Africa.
STUDENTS MAY SPECIALISE IN EITHER BIOKINETICS OR ADAPTED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY SPECIALISATION IN BIOKINETICS (4HON 12)
Students specializing in Biokinetics must register for the following modules:
- 4BSS501 Health Promotion
- 4BSS502 Exercise Physiology
- 4BSS503 Biomechanics and Human Motor Behaviour
- 4BSS504 Professional Internship
- 4BSS505 Management of Orthopedic Injuries and Conditions
- 4BSS506 Management of Chronic Diseases and Disabilities
- 4BSS509 Research Methodology and Project
NOTE:
A limited number of students are selected for specialization in Biokinetics. These students register with the Professional Register for Biokinetics of the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Students specializing in Biokinetics are required to do simultaneous internship in the Department where they study as well as a further year at an accredited institution before they can register as a Biokineticist. Students are themselves responsible for find a position for the second year of internship.
MSc (Human Movement Science) [QUALIFICATION CODE 4MSC12, MODULE CODE 4BSS700]
Admission requirements
An Honours Bachelor’s degree in Human Movement Science or related fields (Sport
Science, Kinderkinetics/Biokinetics) with an average final mark of at least 60%.
Duration of Degree
A minimum of one year.
Examination
A dissertation on an approved topic.
PhD (Human Movement Science) [QUALIFICATION CODE 4PHD13, MODULE CODE 4BSS800]
Admission requirements
Admission shall be subject to the approval by the Faculty Board of Science and
Agriculture on the recommendation of the Head of Department.
Duration of Degree
A minimum of two years.
Examination
A thesis on an approved topic.