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Student Guide
2017
Together in Excellence
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CONTENTS Our Mission 1 Our Vision 1 Vice-Chancellor’s Message 2 Massage from student admin 4 Faculty of Science and Agriculture 8 Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities 15 Faculty of Law 25 Faculty of Education 31 Faculty of Management and Commerce 35 Sport at the University of Fort Hare 39 Life on Campus 40 Financial Aid 41 Student Counselling Unit 44 National Benchmark Tests 46 2017 Intake Cycle Dates 50 NBT Test Sites 2016 60 Average Cost of Studying at Fort Hare - 2017 64 Aknowledgements 69
OUR MISSION
The mission of the University is to provide
high quality education of international
standards contributing to the advancement
of knowledge that is socially and ethically
relevant, and applying that knowledge to the
scientific, technological and social-economic
development of our nation and the wider world.
OUR VISION
The University of Fort Hare is a vibrant,
equitable and sustainable African University,
committed to teaching and research excellence
at the service of its students, scholars and
wider community.
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VICE-CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE
Having just finished a hundred years of age, a very historic centenary The University continues to improve its teaching and learning
milestone, the University of Fort Hare continues in its illustrious journey capabilities and has a Teaching and Learning Centre which is
of academic excellence. The word academic in this context combines aimed to introduce modern ways in curriculum and pedagogical
the three core functions of a university in South Africa and the world approaches. We are currently exploring a humanizing pedagogy
over – teaching and learning, research and community engagement. whose basic values are aimed at putting the student at the centre of
The University is proud to welcome new applicants who will be part of education.
this exciting journey in the second century of its existence.
The University research output has been growing at a very high rate
The University has now reached the 13 700 mark in the number of and achieving targets set by the Department of Higher Education
students enrolled and continues to grow not only in the quantity but and Training. When measured on the per capita research output units
the quality of students who graduate from it. The graduates of the the University is sitting at number seven of the twenty-six universities
University of Fort Hare are found in all spheres of social, economic, in South Africa. The research niche areas are not only responsive
cultural and political life. to current societal needs but are also promoting scholarship that is
relevant to future needs in the production of knowledge.
The University continues to fulfill its mandate not only in the core
functions of teaching/learning, research and community engagement The University academics and students continue to do exciting work
but in improving the student life experience in and off campus. Students in community engagement. A recent partnership with UNISA and
are able to attend international seminars and conferences. Teaching SANEDI has resulted in production of renewable energy in one of the
and learning in the various disciplines is accompanied by a ground- communities around the University. The community has completely
breaking transdisciplinary module in Life Knowledge and Action done owned the project and deals fully with ecological aspects thereof.
by all first year students.This module is aimed at producing well-
rounded graduates who will be global citizens.
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the great achievements. Student accommodation is aimed at ensuring It is our hope that as you join the University of Fort Hare you will be part
that the norms and standards of the DHET are met or exceeded. It is of a team that will continue to seek the best for this Institution.
not just the rooms but the spaces around the rooms that are conducive
to academic endeavor. The Student Administration Office will help you with your application,
admission and registration enquiries.
The academic facilities continue to receive attention so as to provide
top modern facilities for our students. This is linked to availing 21st Vice Chancellor
century technology for the students. Dr Mvuyo Tom
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MESSAGE FROM STUDENT ADMIN
The Student Administration Office will help you with your
application, admission and registration enquiries. It is important to note that all applicants who wrote the National
Senior Certificate (NSC) are required to write the National
Do you know what you want to study? Benchmark test (NBT) before they are allowed to register for their
It is a good idea to have a career objective in mind, check the 1st year at University. Read more about this compulsory test on
admission requirements of the various qualifications offered at the www.nbt.ac.za.
University of Fort Hare.
In which school-leaving category do you fall?
HOW TO APPLY • National Senior Certificate (NSC)? The NSC is the new school-
Submit your application form and all the necessary documentation leaving qualification since 2009.
including application fee before closing date.
• Pre-2008 matriculation certificate? This is the old school-leaving
qualification before 2009.
An SMS will be sent to you informing you of the status of your
application thereafter a letter of confirmation. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES
• Minimum of level 4 in English 1st Additional Language or
Current matriculants who qualify based on their Grade 12 mid-term
performance, are provisionally admitted pending the submission of • Minimum of level 3 in English Home Language.
their final matric results and subject to availability of space.
• Minimum of Level 4 or better in four 20-credit subjects from the
Successful applicants will receive sms and an admission letter, designated list, excluding Life Orientation.
together with a registration guide, which reflects the registration
• Programme specific requirements.
dates and orientation programme.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MATURE AGE APPLICANTS How to calculate your minimum admission point score (APS)
NSC NSC % APS APS %
Mature applicants (turning 23 years during year of registration),
who have met the requirements in bullets 1 – 3 above, qualify for 8 90-99
admission to main stream programmes. They need to apply for 7 80-89 7 80-89
conditional exemption from HESA.
6 79-79 6 79-79
Designated Subjects 5 60-69 5 60-69
Applicants who wish to enroll for a degree programme need to ensure 4 50-59 4 50-59
that four of their seven subjects are from the designated list.
3 40-49 3 40-49
Accounting Languages 2 30-39 2 30-39
Agricultural sciences Life Sciences 1 0-29 0 0-29
Business Studies Mathematics of
Mathematical Literacy ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (pre-2008)
• A candidate is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in
Dramatic Arts Music English language. A pass mark of at least E symbol on SG is
Economics Physical Sciences considered to be sufficient. A pass mark of at least an F symbol on
%A HG English 1st language is also considered to be sufficient.
Engineering Graphics and Design Religious Studies
Geography Visual Arts • A Matriculation Exemption or Further Education and Training
History Consumer Studies Certificate.
Information Technology • A standard qualification to study for a degree is a Matriculation
endorsement or equivalent.
NSCN SC
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How to calculate your points Pre-2008 – Swedish rating scale • Copy of Passport or birth certificate (certified at the
Symbol achieved in Grade of Grade 12 subjects University);
Grade 12 subjects HG SG
• Exemption application fee charged at R450.00 (payable
A 8 6 at the University); and
B 7 5
• Sworn English translation of documents required where
C 6 4 applicable.
D 5 3
Postgraduate
E 4 2
All applicants with non-South African qualifications are
F 3 1 required to have their qualifications evaluated by the
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). For more
International Applicant with Foreign School-leaving? information regarding evaluation of qualifications please
Undergraduate visit the SAQA website: www.saqa.org.za
All applicants with non-South African School-leaving require a certificate
of exemption from the Matriculation Board of South Africa for admission Enquiries?
into an undergraduate qualification. For more information regarding the Alice Campus
Matriculation Exemptions please visit the Matriculation Board website on Tel.: 040 – 602 2016/ 2053/ 2122/ 2174/ 2281:
www.he-enrol.ac.za mgcilitshana@ufh.ac.za
The University of Fort Hare will also submit applications to the Matriculation East London Campus
Board on behalf of the applicant on submission of the following: Tel.: 043 – 704 7155/ 7266/ 7004/ 7139
• Form M30E (also available from the matriculation board website); mgcilitshana@ufh.ac.za
• Copies of educational qualification (certified at the
University);
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FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTURE
Vision
The Faculty of Science & Agriculture is a vibrant, innovative centre of excellence, relevant to scientific, technological and agricultural needs of society.
Mission
To unlock the potential of our staff, students and communities, in an environment conducive to learning, through teaching and research, and the pursuit of strategic
partnerships.
New NSC Entrance Requirements
Mainstream Programmes
Qualification Degree Subject Requirements Level of Total Credits
codes Achievement Points
B Sc 40000 English 4 (50-59%) 20
B Sc Agric 71522 Mathematics 4 (60-69%) 20
71523
71524 Physical Sciences 4 (60-69%) 20
71525
71526 Life Sciences or 4 (50-59%) 29 20
Geography or
Agriculture or
Info Technology
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 2 subjects 5 (50-59%) 20
from the designated list 4 (50-59%) 20
8B Sc Agric 71521 English 4 (50-59%) 20
Mathematics 4 (60-69%) 20
Life Sciences* 4 (60-69%) 20
Agriculture or 4 (50-59%) 29 20
Geography or
Info Technology
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 2 subjects 5 (50-59%) 20
from the designated list 4 (50-59%) 20
B HMS 40005 English 4 (50-59%) 20
Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) 20
Mathematical Literacy 5 (60-69%)
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 28/29 10
Any other 4 subjects 4 (50-59%) 20
from the designated list 4 (50-59%) 20
(preferably in Science subjects) 4 (50-59%) 20
4 (50-59%) 20
9B Cur 44000 English 4 (50-59%) 20
Mathematics or 4 (50-59%) 20
Mathematical Literacy 5 (60-69%)
Physical Science or 4 (50-59%) 28/29 20
Life Sciences 4 (50-59%)
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 3 subjects 4 (50-59%) 20
from the designated list 4 (50-59%) 20
4 (50-59%) 20
10B Agric 70001 English 4 (50-59%) 20
70002
Mathematical Literacy or 5 (60-69%) 20
Mathematics 4 (50-59%)
Agriculture 4 (50-59%) 28/29 20
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 3 subjects from the 4 (50-59%) 20
designated list 4 (50-59%) 20
4 (50-59%) 20
* Please note:
Students who want to register for the B Sc Agric (Agric Economics Options) are not required to have a pass in Physical Science.
However it is compulsory for them to have passed Life Sciences at Level 4.
Contact details:
Manager:
Faculty of Science & Agriculture
University of Fort Hare
Private Bag X1314
Alice 5700
South Africa
Tel: 040 602 2232 Fax: 040 602 2488
Email: msmith@ufh.ac.za
Website: http://www.ufh.ac.za/agric
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Subject Level of Total
Qualification programme option
Requirements Achievement Points Credits
English 4 (50-59%) 20
B Sc Science & Mathematics 3 (50-59%) 20
Agriculture
(40400) Foundation Physical Science 3 (50-59%) 20
Programme
(SAFP) All Life Sciences or 4 (50-59%) 20
Geography or
Science Agriculture or 26
Info Technology
Life Orientation 4 (50–59%) 10
Any other 2 subjects 4 (40-49%) 20
from the designated 4 (40-49%) 20
list
12Science & Agriculture Foundation Programmes
Subject Level of Total
Qualification programme option
Requirements Achievement Points Credits
B Sc Agric Science & Same as B Sc - except
Agriculture for
71421 Foundation
71422 Programme B Sc Agric (Agric
71423 (SAFP) Econ)*
71424 Life Science at Level 3
71425 Agriculture is compulsory and not
71426 Physical Science
English 4 (50-59%) 20
Science & Mathematical Literacy or 4 (50-59%) 20
B Agric Agriculture Mathematics 3 (40-49%)
Foundation 70001
70401 & Programme 26/27
70402 (SAFP) 70002 Agriculture 4 (50-59%) 20
Agriculture
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 3 subjects 4 (50-59%) 20
from the designated 4 (50-59%) 20
list at these Levels 3 (40-49%) 20
* Please note: Students who want to register for the Agric Economics Option do not need NSC Physical Science; they need a
PASS at Level 3 in Life Sciences.
13FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES
Exemption OR Pass with Endorsement or with Merit.
Student Guide 2017 information National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Public FET
Colleges
The following changes have been identified: • At Level 4 (N4)
Admission Requirements column from Page 8 • 60% pass in English Language Subject
1. English 1st Language or any other 1st Language Level (Business English/ English Language /
4(50-59). This applies to all the programmes in the Communication etc)
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. • 50% pass in three fundamental subjects and
2. Mathematics and Maths Literacy to be scrapped for • any two other subjects
all SSH programmes. It is no longer a requirement OR
since 2011. N6 Qualification
Qualification Column Page 9
3. Please change Bachelor of Social Science (SWK) to
Bachelor of Social Work (33002)
4. Add more pages for Bachelor of Music (30003) East
London campus only. (highlighted)
5. Add Bachelor of Arts in Music (30004) Alice campus
only. (highlighted)
FACULTY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2017
Please note: These are only minimum entrance
requirements and the final student selection will be strictly
on merit. In the case of ties, applicants will be subjected
to an aptitude test and the highest scorer gets selected
All applicants to meet the requirements for Bachelors
admission for NSC OR they must have obtained Matric
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SUBJECT LEVEL OF
QUALIFICATION SCORE CREDITS
REQUIREMENTS ACHIEVEMENT
Bachelor of Arts English 1st Language 4(50 – 59%) 25 20
(30000) Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40%- 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4(40 - 49%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Music English 1st Language 4 (50 – 59%) 25 20
(30003) * Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
(Interview Programme) Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40 - 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 – 59%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Arts English 1st Language 4 (50 – 59%) 25 20
In Music (30004)* Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
(Interview Programme) Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40 - 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
16Minimum admission requirements for 2014 (National Senior Certificate: NSC)
SUBJECT LEVEL OF
QUALIFICATION SCORE CREDITS
REQUIREMENTS ACHIEVEMENT
Bachelor of Arts English 1st Language 4(50 – 59%) 25 20
(30000) Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40%- 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4(40 - 49%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Music English 1st Language 4 (50 – 59%) 25 20
(30003) * Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
(Interview Programme) Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40 - 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 – 59%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Arts English 1st Language 4 (50 – 59%) 25 20
In Music (30004)* Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language
(Interview Programme) Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 3 (40 - 49%) 10
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
4 (50 - 59%) 20
17Bachelor of Fine Arts English 1st Language 4 (50 - 59%) 25 20
(30100) Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 subject 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Theology English 1st Language 4 (50 - 59%) 25 20
(10000) Or any other
1st Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
English 2nd Language 3 (40 - 49%) 10
Life Orientation 4 (50 - 59%) 20
1 subject 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects
Bachelor of Applied English 1st Language 4 (50 - 59%) 25 20
Communication Or any other
Management 1st Language
(30201) English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 subject 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
18Bachelor of Social English 1st Language 4(50 - 59%) 25 20
Sciences (30002) Or any other
1st Language
English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 Subject 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Social English 1st Language 4(50 - 59%) 25 20
Sciences in Human Or any other
Settlement (30005) 1st Language
English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 Subject 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Bachelor of Social English 1st Language 4(50 - 59%) 25 20
Work Or any other
(33002) 1st Language
English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 Subject 4 (50 – 59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
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QUALIFICATION MATRIC UNWEIGHTED SWEDISH ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
RATING
Bachelor of Arts With Endorsement 25 English HG E
BA (30000) SG D
Bachelor of Arts in Music With Endorsement 25 English HG E
BA Music (30003) SG D
(Interview Programme) Music Dept auditions
Bachelor of Music With Endorsement 25 English HG E
B Mus (30004) SG D
(Interview Programme) Music Dept auditions
Bachelor of Fine Arts With Endorsement 25 English HG E
(30100) SG D
(Interview Programme) Drawing portfolio
Bachelor of Theology With Endorsement 25 English HG E
(10000) SG D
Bachelor of Applied With Endorsement 25 English HG E
Communication Management SG D
(30201)
Bachelor of Social Sciences With Endorsement 25 English HG E
(30002) SG D
Bachelor of Social Sciences in With Endorsement 25 English HG E
Human Settlement (30005) SG D
20Bachelor of Social Work With Endorsement 25 English HG E
(33002) SG D
Bachelor of Library and With Endorsement 25 English
Information Sciences HG E
(35500) SG D
Diploma in Fine Arts Senior Certificate 22
(35000)
(Interview Programme)
Mature Age Exemption
Mature age applicants are those who are 23 years and above with a Senior Certificate and a pass in four (4) subjects (E Standard Grade and
above), namely two languages and two content subjects. Three of these must be from one examination sitting. An applicant who will be turning
23 in his/her first year of registration shall be considered for Mature Age.
Foundation Programme
The Social Sciences and Humanities Foundation Programme is an entrance programme intended to provide a strong academic foundation to
students who do not meet Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities minimum entry requirements because they do not have sufficient Swedish
rating points.
The SSHFP follows the same structure as mainstream modules, but its curriculum is extended over a longer period and there is additional
academic support. SSHFP students must take one more year to complete their degree than mainstream students. These students must register
for Academic Practices and Reasoning (APR) which is a value-addition course in their first year of registration. This course assists students in
developing their academic skills towards their qualification.
Admission Requirements
21Foundation Programme English 1st Language 3(40 - 49%) 21 20
Or any other 1st Language
English 2nd Language 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (40 - 49%) 10
1 Subject 4( 50 -59%) 20
Any other 2 designated subjects 4 (50 - 59%) 20
Students selection and admissions process
1. Students receive application forms from the Students Registration Office through the post/contact.
2. These are completed and returned back to the Students Registration Office and get sorted per faculty.
3. Then the faculty selection committee (Deputy Dean: Teaching and Learning, Faculty Manager, HODs and
Administrators) convenes to do the selection.
4. Admission is done on merit, using the Swedish point system. High scores are considered first in chronological
order.
5. For interview programs students are invited for presentations prior to selection*
6. The current matrics are provisionally accepted pending their matric final results and availability of space for
admission into programmes, plus NBT results.
7. The application forms are checked and signed by the Faculty Manager according to the admission status.
228. Once the forms are signed, they are given back to the Students Registration Office to capture the status which is
then communicated to the students from that same office.
9. The Faculty keeps records of the accepted students as backup.
10. Waitlisted students are considered after registration of the accepted students
11. Accepted students get notification from the Students Registration Office.
CONTACT DETAILS
Dr B.P. Tshotsho
Executive Dean: Teaching and Learning
New Arts Block, 2nd Floor
Alice Campus
Telephone number: 040 – 602 2402
E-mail: BTshotsho@ufh.ac.za
Fax number: 040 – 653 1255
23FACULTY OF LAW
FACULTY OF LAW
Vision
The vision of the School is to be a centre of excellence in legal education BSc, BSocSc, BTheol, etc.
renowned for outstanding teaching and research driven by an uncompromising
commitment to the pursuit of justice and service to humanity in South Africa in Two Year (Minimum) Stream (East London campus only)
general and the Eastern Cape in particular. Admission requirements: Possession of a B Juris degree from the University
of Fort Hare or any other South African university.
Mission
In pursuit of the above vision, our School’s mission is to produce law graduates One Year (Minimum) Stream (Alice and East London campuses)
who are outstanding in their knowledge and technical competence and are Admission requirements: Possession of a B Proc degree from the University
passionate about participating in socioeconomic development processes. It of Fort Hare or any other South African university.
will design and deliver social justice promotion training programmes aimed
at facilitating social service delivery and undertake legal research that is The Legal Studies Programme (East London campus only)
comparable with the best. The Legal Studies Programme is effectively a five-year stream of the LLB in
that learners enter the programme with the intention of initially completing
PROGRAMMES AND COURSES a BA, BSocSc, or BCom degree with one of the majors being legal studies.
LLB (Bachelor of Laws) East London Only During the three years of study leading to either one of the said degrees,
The Bachelor of Laws (LLB), now the only qualification for legal practice in learners complete the first two of the four-year LLB curriculum. Upon
South Africa, can be pursued at Fort Hare (Alice and East London campuses) completion of either one of the said degrees, the learner will be eligible to
by enrolling in either one of four streams: complete the LLB following a (minimum) two-year curriculum.
Four Year (Minimum) Stream (East London campus only)
Admission requirements: Matric Exemption - This stream is therefore designed Possible Career Paths for Law Graduates Attorney, Advocate, Magistrate,
for school leavers. Corporate Lawyer, Legal Administration Officer, Legal Risk Manager,
Legal Advisor/Consultant, Prosecutor, Arbitrator, Negotiator, Insurance
Three Year (Minimum) Stream (East London campus only) Claims Assessor/Manager, Lecturer/Trainer, Credit Control Manager,
Admission requirements: Possession of an undergraduate degree in any Human Resources/Industrial Relations, Specialist/ Manager, Regulatory
discipline from the University of Fort Hare or any other university. This stream Affairs Manager, Law Enforcement Professional, Forensic Investigations
is designed for those who have successfully completed an undergraduate Professional, Diplomat.
degree programme but have not studied law previously, e.g., holders of BA,
25POSTGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMMES AND COURSES
LLM (Master of Laws) by Research (Alice and East London campuses) The study of Law on our East London campus will ensure that students
Admission requirements: LLB or BProc, or any qualification recognised by have easy access to the courts, law firms, and other important law related
Senate as the equivalent to these qualifications. institutions - where they can work part-time, serve as volunteers, or simply
attend to observe the law in action.
Duration:
One year full-time and two years part-time Assessment: A dissertation on an Prizes, bursaries, awards and graduate placement
approved topic; External evaluation of dissertation Masters in Human Rights Adams and Adams Prize
(MA Human Rights) By coursework and mini-dissertation (2 year part-time Bowman Gilfillan Prize
programme offered at the Alice campus only) The Yazbek Prize
The East London Attorneys’ Association (ELAA) Prize
Admission requirements: The Ashton Chubb Prize
An appropriate first degree or postgraduate qualification; Evidence of ability to
successfully complete the programme; Candidates shall be required to have Bursaries
obtained a minimum of 480 credits. The Smith Tabata Inc. Bursary and Mentorship Programme
Strong Points of the Faculty CONTACT DETAILS
All our qualifications are accredited by the Council of Higher Education
(CHE) and recognised by the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA), the Manager: Faculty of Law, Nelson R Mandela School of Law, University of Fort
General Council of the Bar (GCB) and all local and international employers Hare, Private Bag
of law graduates or legal professionals. Our academic staff are experienced, X9083, East London, 5200
dynamic, and passionate about ensuring excellence in their teaching, Tel: Alice Campus 040-602 2219 East London Campus 043-704 7521
research, and community engagement endeavors. Fax: Alice Campus 040-602 2217 East London Campus 086 623 9561
Email: amkiva@ufh.ac.za Website: http://www.ufh.ac.za/law
Our students have consistently recorded good performances at regional and
international mock trial/moot competitions - which testifies to the quality of the
legal education they are receiving at Fort Hare.
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1. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR OF LAWS (LLB)
PROGRAMME ADMISSION LEVEL OF TOTAL POINTS CREDITS
REQUIREMENTS ACHIEVEMENT
LLB Mainstream English Language 5 (60 – 69%) 30 20
(21502 / 21521) Mathematics or
2 (30 – 39%) 20
Mathematics
Literature 4 (50 – 59%) 20
Life Orientation
3 (40 – 49%) 10
Any other 4
designated subjects 5 (60 – 69%) 20
5 (60 – 69%) 20
5 (60 – 69%) 20
5 (60 – 69%) 20
272. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTENDED LLB (FOUNDATION YEAR PROGRAMME)
PROGRAMME ADMISSION LEVEL OF TOTAL POINTS CREDITS
ACHIEVEMENT
LLB Foundation Bachelor’s 25
Year Programme admission with
English Language 5 (60 – 69%) 20
(21520)
Mathematics or
2 (30 – 39%) 20
Mathematics
Literature 4 (50 – 59%) 20
Life Orientation 3 (30 – 39%) 10
Any other 3 5 (60 – 69%) 20
designated
5 (60 – 69%) 20
subjects
5 (60 – 69%) 20
283. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR B COM: LAW
SUBJECT REQUIRMENTS
QUALIFICATION LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT TOTAL POINTS
B Com Law English Language 4 (50 – 59%) 26
Mathematics
4 (50 – 59%)
Life Orientation
3 (40 – 49%)
Any other 4 designated
subjects 5 (60 – 69%)
5 (60 – 69%)
5 (60 – 69%)
4. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR LLB AND B COM LAW
National Certificate (Vocational)
The minimum admission requirements for students who passed at public colleges, private colleges and other
institutions offering TVET vocational programmes are as follows:
· National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Level 4;
· At least 60% in three fundamental subjects including the English Language;
· At least 70% in four compulsory modules.
29FACULTY OF EDUCATION
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Vision with lecturers. The remaining two-thirds are allocated to foundational,
We seek to be a world-class Southern African Faculty of Education, preparing practical and reflective tasks in groups, and individually.
21st century educators who are critical, creative problem-solvers, initiators
and leaders in education. BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
(Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Band)
Mission Qualification Codes: 50034, 50035, 50036 and 50037
The mission of the University is to provide high quality education of international These programmes are only in Alice Campus.
standards contributing to the advancement of knowledge that is socially and Four options are offered under this programme i.e. B.Ed (Agriculture), B.Ed
ethically relevant, and applying that knowledge to the scientific, technological (Economics), B.Ed (Humanities) and B.Ed (Science).
and social-economic development of our nation and the wider world. The duration of the programme shall not be less than four academic years(480
credits of full time study).
We are committed to: The B.Ed. is a full-time, contact programme. Approximately one-third of
• learning and teaching excellence in both rural and urban contexts; notional hours are dedicated to contact sessions with lecturers.
• offering courses and programmes which are flexible, relevant, innovative
and future orientated; The remaining two-thirds are allocated to foundational, practical and
• conducting research projects grounded in the Southern African experience; reflective tasks in groups, and individually.
and publishing in nationally and internationally recognized publications.
• interaction with, and commitment to, our Eastern Cape community, both rural CAREER PATHS
and urban; The Bachelor of Education is for persons wanting to become qualified as
• partnerships that promote educational development and excellence; professional educators in schooling at the Primary (GET), Senior and FET
• upholding the values of diversity and inclusivity, and Band levels.
• promoting the University of Fort Hare through the Faculty of Education as Contact details
a respected and recognized leader in education, provincially, nationally and Manager: Faculty of Education, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X1314,
internationally. Alice 5700, South Africa
Tel: 040-602 2410/12 Fax: 040-602 2448
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION-B.Ed (primary) Faculty of Education, University of Fort Hare, Private Bag X 9083, East
Qualification Code: 50024 London 5200, South Africa
This programme is offered only in East London Campus. Tel: 043-7047186/7218 Fax: 043 704 7113
The duration of the programme shall not be less than four years of full-time Email: nmagocoba@ufh.ac.za Website: http://www.ufh.ac.za/educ
study. Bachelor Degrees Offered in the Faculty
Approximately one-third of notional hours is dedicated to contact sessions
31Minimum admission requirements
Qualifications Options Subject Requirements Level of Achievement Credits Score Old Senior Certificate
B Ed (FET) Science English 4 (50-59%) 20 25 Maths – E (HG) or D (SG)
Mathematics 4 (50-59%) 20 Physics – E(HG) or D (SG)
Physical or Life Sciences 4 (50-59%) 20
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
One subject 4 (50-59%) 20
Two subjects 3 (40-49%) 20
Agriculture English 4 (50-59%) 20 25 Agric – E (HG) or D (SG)
Mathematics Literacy or 4 (50-59%) 20 Biology - E (HG) or D (SG)
Mathematics 3 (40-49%) 20
Agricultural Sciences 4 (50-59%) 20
Life Sciences 4 (50-59%) 10
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 20
One subject 4 (50-59%) 20
Two subjects 3 (40-49%)
Commerce English second language 4 (50-59%) 20 25 Business studies Account-
Mathematics 3 (40-49%) 20 ing, & Economics – E (HG)
Accounting or Business Studies or 4 (50-59%) 20 or D (SG) Mathematics E
Economics 4 (50-59%) (HG) or D (SG)
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 10
Any other 3 subjects 20
Humanities English second language 4 (50-59%) 20 25 English, Xhosa, Geography
Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics 4 (50-59%) 20 & History – E (HG) or D
History or Geography 3 (40-49%) 20 (SG)
Life Orientation 4 (50-59%) 20
One subject 4 (50-59%) 10
Two subjects 4 (50-59%) 20
3 (40-49%) 20
B Ed (GET) Foundation, English 4 (50-59%) 20 25
Intermediate Mathematical Literacy or Mathematics 4 (50-59%) 20
and Senior Life Orientation 3 (40-49%) 20
Phase Any other 4 subjects designated 20 credit 4 (50-59%) 10
subjects. 3 (40-49%) 20
32N.B Minimum National Certificate (Vocational)
• Agric Option: If Mathematics is taken as one of the subjects and English as The minimum requirements for the Faculty of Education for students passed at
second language the overall score rating will be 24; and if Mathematics is public colleges, private colleges and other institutions offering FET vocational
taken as one of the subjects and English as first language the overall score programmes shall be as follows:
rating will be 23.
• National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
• Humanities Option: If Mathematics is taken as one of the subjects and English • At least 60% in three fundamental subjects i.e. English first language or first
as second language the overall score rating will be 24; and if Mathematics is additional language, Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy and Life orientation.
taken as one of the subjects and English as first language the overall score • At least 70% in four relevant compulsory modules
rating will be 23.
N6 Certificate:
Prospective students with N6 certificate qualify to be admitted to any relevant
BEd programme.
18FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND COMMERCE
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND COMMERCE
Vision CONTACT DETAILS
Faculty of Management and Commerce is a vibrant centre of learning and
innovation to build an entrepreneurial, sustainable and caring African social Alice (Main) Campus: Faculty of Management and Commerce,
and economic system. Private Bag X 1314, Alice, 5700
Tel 040-602 2533 / 2020 / 2184 / 2382 Fax 086 625 2644 / 040 602 2514
Mission
To provide learning, research and community engagement opportunities that Bhisho Campus: Faculty of Management and Commerce,
enable intellectual and personal growth, and the development of a critical P O Box 1153, King William’s Town, 5600
learning community. Tel 040-6083407 / 6352982 Fax 040 608 3408
Organization East London Campus: Faculty of Management and Commerce,
Our programmes are offered by two Schools of the Faculty, namely: P O Box 7426, East London, 5200
• The School of Business and Enterprise, and Tel 043-704 7000 / 7196 / 7236 / 7364 Fax 043 704 7095
• The School of Public Management and Development Email: mndlovu@ufh.ac.za
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: MAIN STREAM PROGRAMMES
Old Senior Certificate National Senior Certificates (NSC)
Programme Subject Requirements Total Points Admission Requirements Minimum level of Minimum APS Score For Noting
Achievement
Matric exemption with English-E (SG) 35 Bachelor’s Admission with 4 (50-59) 28 Selection will be based
B Com & Maths-D (SG)/ English Language 5 (60-69) on Merit
Accounting E (HG) Mathematics
(60001)
B Com Matric exemption with 35 Bachelor’s Admission with 4(50 – 59) 26 Selection will be based
Accounting English E (SG) & Maths D(SG)/E(HG) English Language 4(50 – 59) on Merit
(60006) Mathematics / 7(80 – 89)
Maths Lit
B Economics Matric exemption with English-E (SG) 35 Bachelor’s Admission with 4 (50-59) 26 Selection will be based
(60008) & Maths-D (SG) / E (HG) English Language 4 (50-59) on Merit
Mathematics
35Old Senior Certificate National Senior Certificates (NSC)
Programme Subject Requirements Total Points Admission Requirements Minimum level of Minimum APS Score For Noting
Achievement
B Com (IS) Matric Exemption with 35 Bachelor’s Admission with 26 Selection will be based
(60011) English-E (SG) Maths D (SC)/ English Language 4 (50-59) on Merit
E(HG) Mathematics 4 (50-59)
Bachelor’s Admission with 25 Selection will be based
English Language 4 (50-59) on Merit
Matric exemption with English-E (SG) 30 Mathematics 4 (50-59)
B Com Bus/Eco & Maths-E (SG)
(60003)
B Com Bus /IPS
(60002)
B Com General
(60005)
B Admin (HRM) Matric Exemption with English-E (SG) 24 Bachelor’s admission 24 Selection will be based
(62003) & exposure in Matric Maths on Merit
B Admin (PA) Matric Exemption with English-E (SG)2 21
(62001)
For B Com and B Admin degrees, Life orientation (LO) will be capped at level 3 for National Certificate (Vocational)
calculating APS The minimum requirements for the Faculty of Management and Commerce for students
For B Com Accounting (60006) qualification the minimum requirement for Maths Lit is level passed at public colleges, private colleges and other institutions offering FET vocational
7, however, when calculating the APS score it is capped at 4 points. programmes shall be as follows:
Students will be ranked according to the level of achievement and assigned to available
space within the degree. National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4
At least 60% in three fundamental subjects including the Language of Teaching and Learning
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR FOUNDATION PROGRAMMES: at Fort Hare or at least English First Additional Language (FAL)
ADMISSION LEVEL OF
PROGRAMME APS Score
REQUIREMENTS ACHIEVEMENT At least 70% in four compulsory modules
B Com (Gen) - 60100 Bachelor’s 26
Admission with To be admitted to B Com (Accounting); Bachelor of Economics (B Econ); and B Com
B Com (IS) - 60101
English Language 4 (50 – 59)
(Information Systems), one of the three fundamental subjects has to be Mathematics and not
Mathematics Literacy.
B Com (Bus / Eco) - 60104
Mathematics / 3 (40 – 49)
B Com (Bus / IPS) - 60105
Maths Lit 5 (60 – 69) N6 Certificate:
Prospective students with N6 certificate qualify to be admitted to any Management and
It should be noted that there’s no foundation for B Admin degrees as the minimum admissions to main
Commerce program subject to the availability of space.
stream is bachelors admission only and capped at minimum level.
36Faculty of Management & Commerce Selection Process: • Due to influx of Mature Age and N6 applicants
selection in these categories is on a first come first
serve basis.
• Selection Committee convenes at Student Administration to
process application forms already sorted by Faculty and by • Transferring students have to meet the Faculty entry
Qualification. requirements as well as the subject/programme pre-
requisites as published in the prospectus first; apply
• Applicants have to meet the minimum admission requirement for credits using Credit Application Form signed by
as laid down in the Faculty Admission Policy as well as respective Departments before a decision is reached.
the subject/programme pre-requisites as published in the
prospectus and selection is based on Merit If all Options of the applicant are from within the Faculty,
the decision is finalised in the same sitting but if other
• Priority is given to students who applied on time and met the choices are from other Faculties, referrals are made to
Faculty entry requirements as published in the Admissions such Faculties as well, if applicant was unsuccessful.
Policy, also giving access to rural poor, and gender equity.
37SPORT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE
SPORT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE
Sport is one of those activities that transcend the mere satisfaction of physical sporting When filling in the application form for an academic programme, please fill in the application
endeavour. The significance of sport as shaping your character has been echoed by form for a residence as well. It is important to attach the proof of payment for the residence
thousands of top athletes across the sporting spectrum. application to the application form. As soon as you receive your residence admission letter,
please pay your residence deposit, to secure your residence placement.
What are the advantages and benefits of participating in sport?
The following are but a few: improved health, meeting new people and developing Please note that the demand for residences exceeds the supply. It is therefore not possible
friendships, the opportunity to play at the highest level as determined by you and being to guarantee residence space. The University, however, strives to offer residences to the
a role model to be emulated by your peers. majority of first year students. Residence life enhances the chances of success in studies.
However, sport participation also has its demands. In order to enhance your FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
performance at any level you need to possess the following characteristics: commitment
to participate and meet the required rules for such participation; discipline to participate Alice Campus :Ncumisa Mongo
within the rules of the competition and respect match officials, club officials, team TEL: 040 602 2406
mates and spectators; dedication to be a team player and place a high premium on East London Campus : Henry Cloete
the success of the team; determination to stay the course and not quit. However, the TEL: 043 704 7156
greatest demand will be how you manage your time between academic achievement
and sport participation.
Thousands of students have managed to do so and in the process have developed into
well balanced individuals because sport is an integral part of student life.
The University of Fort Hare offers you the opportunity to enjoy this enriching experience
– an EXPERIENCE which will greatly contribute to your holistic development as a
PROUD FORT HARIAN.
Both campuses – Alice and East London – offer a wide variety of sport to choose from.
All sport at Fort Hare offers our students the opportunity to participate in national student
competitions under the auspices of the national university structure called University
Sport South Africa (USSA). In addition, our University teams play in local leagues and
participate in tournaments. The following codes of sport are practiced at the university:
Athletics; Basketball; Body Building; Boxing; Chess; Cricket; Dance; Hockey; Judo;
Karate; Netball; Pool; Rugby; Rowing; Soccer; Squash; Table Tennis; Tennis; Volleyball.
39LIFE ON CAMPUS
When filling in the application form for an academic programme, please fill in the application form for a residence as well. It is important to attach the proof of payment for the residence
application to the application form. As soon as you receive your residence admission letter, please pay your residence deposit, to secure your residence placement.
Please note that the demand for residences exceeds the supply. It is therefore not possible to guarantee residence space.
The University, however, strives to offer residences to the majority of first year students. Residence life enhances the chances of success in studies.
Ms Thobeka Heshula, Residence Manager at:
pheshula@ufh.ac.za
ALICE 040 602 2040
EAST LONDON: 043 704 7332
40
22FINANCIAL AID
BURSARIES AND LOANS
The University currently offers financial aid to to complete an application form and a loan
South African citizens who are financially needy agreement before any payment will be effected.
and who show academic potential. The allocation received from NSFAS is limited
Students are required to apply annually for and hence the Financial Aid Committee of the
financial aid and any aid granted is granted for one University, who makes financial aid awards, must
academic year only. ensure that as many students are supported
Funding for such financial aid is made through the as possible while at the same time taking into
National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) account financial need. Students are therefore
and hence the size of any award is determined advised that registering on the basis of receiving
according to the NSFAS means test. a full loan from NSFAS should not be considered
The closing date for application for financial aid is and that a family contribution as determined by
the 31st August 2016 for new students and 31st the Means Test may be required.
August 2016 in respect of returning students. It is also important to note that there are various
First Year Student will only be given an application different kinds of funding made available each
form for Financial Assistance upon providing year through NSFAS. Below are just a few
the Financial Aid Office with a letter from the categories that are made available each year:
University indicating that the student has been
either accepted or provisionally accepted for the NSFAS Department of Education General
2017 academic year. Loan Funding: This categories covers any
The value of the NSFAS award will only be credited undergraduate degree or diploma that is offered
to the student’s fee account in the third term, once by the University
all bursaries have been awarded and paid into the NSFAS Department of Education Teacher (Ring
student’s account. This is to ensure that the loans fenced) Loan Funding: This category only cover
granted are as low as possible.
Students receiving NSFAS loans will be required
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FINANCIAL AID
student who wish to pursue a Bachelor Degrees NSFAS EC Premiers Loan Fund: These
in Education or a Post Graduate Certificate in category funds students who wish to study a
Education. degree in the following fields of study: a Bachelor
NSFAS Department of Education Disability
Bursary: Covers students who are disabled.
Please note that this category covers various
disabilities and you are therefore encouraged
to contact the Financial Aid and Bursaries
Department for further information pertaining to
this category
NSFAS Natskills for Scarce Skills: This category
funds students who wish to study a degree in the
following fields of study: a Bachelor of Commerce
majoring in either Accounting, Business
Management, Economics, Financial Accounting,
Auditing and Information Systems, a Bachelor
of Science Degree majoring in either Computer
Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry,
Statistics or Geographical Information Systems
or Bachelor of Agriculture.
NSFAS Natskills for Initial Teacher Funding:
category only cover student who wish to pursue
a Bachelor Degrees in Education or a Post
Graduate Certificate in Education.
42of Commerce majoring in Accounting, Business The above are just a few examples of the
Management, Economics, Financial Accounting, different kinds of funding that are on offer
Auditing and Information Systems, a Bachelor of at the University of Fort Hare. The onus is
Science Degree majoring in Computer Science, therefore on the student to apply for NSFAS
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics or Funding each year even if they applied for
Geographical Information Systems or Bachelor other bursaries. For further information
of Agriculture. pertaining to Financial Assistance and
NSFAS Funza Lushaka Bursary: category only Bursaries, please feel free to contact the
cover student who wish to pursue a Bachelor Financial Aid and Bursaries Department at
Degrees in Education or a Post Graduate the University of Fort Hare.
Certificate in Education. For more information
on this bursary please visit the following website:
www.funzalushaka.gov.za
NSFAS National Department of Social
Development: this category only cover student
Student Trust Fund Application Form for
who wish to pursue a Bachelor Degrees in Social
2014 Contact: • Alice Campus Office:
Work. In order for you to qualify for this bursary
Financial Aid Bursary Office • University of
you need to apply at your nearest Provincial
Fort Hare Private Bag X1314 • Alice • 5700
Department of Social Development.
Contact Person: Mr Alberto Lai-wing Tell:
NSFAS Final Year Donor Funding: this category
043-704 7007
only covers students who are in their Final Year
of Study of their Degree or Diploma as well as
a Post Graduate Certificate in Education. Please
note that you may only receive this award for one
full academic year.
43STUDENT COUNSELLING
The Student Counselling Unit (SCU) provides holistic counselling (personal, Developmental Workshops and brochure are available to students from the
emotional, spiritual, academic, social etc). and Career Counselling to students Career Centers.
as well as staff members at no costs. The highly professional Student
Counsellors can handle problems ranging from roommate conflict, relationship, Workbooks are conducted by SCU on a range of skills required by the world
family, financial problem, anger management, handling depression, as well as of work and can assist you through your time at University.
addictions. For a taste of what SCU can offer you look at the information on study skills
below.
For individual counselling please contact the SCU for an interview. (see
contact details below) Besides the counselling, this unit also provides the STUDY SKILLS
following programmes: The value of an exam study schedule / roster is:
Before you even begin to think about the process of studying for exams, you
Peer help programme (students trained to help other student at university) must develop a study schedule / roster only then will you have any way of
Graduate Placement Programme (GPP). getting the true valuable time you need to succeed. On the reverse side of this
GPP takes place in the third term of each year and provides an opportunity for document find a study roster layout to assist you with planning for your study
students to connect with the business world. Companies come on to campus and exam times.
to recruit, deliver presentations and interview students who are graduating.
Improving your concentration when studding by:
HIV&AIDS awareness and assistance: (HEAIDS Programme) • Study in a quiet place that is comfortable, airy and light
Career Centre (a venue where information on career options and employment • Draw up a study schedule that is realistic one you know you can stick to
opportunities can be found) Available on both campuses are: Career Libraries • Study at the time of day when you are at your best, most awake and alert
and an electronic Career Mentor programme to assist students • Don’t do two tasks at the same time, focus on one area of study at a time
with career choices and specifications. • Study in 45 minute slots with a 10 minute break. repeat the cycle 3 times and
then have a good break and do something that you enjoy (hug a tree)
Career Guidance Programme (CGP) gives students an opportunity to be • Try to relax before starting to study sit quietly and clear your mind of
trained in CV writing, career decision making, job hunting and interviewing worrisome thoughts before you start, you have the time now don’t waist it
skills etc. • Be interested in what you are studying it will motivate you to stick it out
44Before the exam:
• Make sure you know the date, time and venue of the exam
CONTACT DETAILS
• Try not to have any new work to revise the night before an exam
• Make sure you get enough sleep the night before an exam
UFH Alice Campus: 040 602 2279
• Eat a healthy meal, not too heavy
UFH East London campus: 040 704 7009 / 7314
• Don’t look at your work or discuss it just before an exam
• Make sure you get to your exam well before starting time
• Make sure you have all the pens and equipment you need for the exam
During the exam
• Listen to the instructions given by the invigilator they are important for you to
not make mistakes during the exam
• Read all the written instructions carefully – especially those about choices of
questions. Ask if there is something you don’t understand.
• Go through the whole paper before starting as this will give you an idea of
what is expected of you and will help you to plan your time
• Start with those questions you can answer best as this will help you build
confidence to tackle the more difficult questions later
• Number your answers clearly and make sure you answer in the correct place
• Consider each question carefully to make sure that you understand exactly
what is required of you before you start writing
• Spend time planning answers, especially to essay questions
• Cross out all rough work and planning which you do not want to have marked.
• Write as neatly as you can without wasting too much time
• Set aside time at the end of your exam to go through your paper to make
sure you have included all the relevant information in the right places
45NATIONAL BENCHMARK TESTS
The NBTs focus on academic readiness for university study. Each test requires you to apply prior learning - what you know and are able to do - to materials that
reflect expectations for first year students in university programmes. A brief summary of the skills assessed in each test follows:
ACADEMIC LITERACY QUANTITATIVE LITERACY
• Make meaning from academic text; • Apply quantitative procedures and reasoning in symbolic and nonsymbolic
• Understand vocabulary related to academic study; situations;
• Evaluate evidence used to support claims made by writers; • Apply information from a variety of tables, graphs, charts and text;
• Extrapolate and draw inferences and conclusions from text; • Integrate information obtained from multiple sources;
• Differentiate main idea from supporting ideas in the overall and specific • Perform multiple-step calculations using information presented with text,
organisation of a passage; symbols, and graphs;
• Identify text differences as related to the writers’ purposes, audiences, and • Identify trends and patterns in various situations;
forms of communication; • Apply properties of simple geometric shapes to determine measurements;
• Understand how syntax and punctuation are used to express meaning; and and
• Understand basic numerical concepts used in text. • Interpret quantitative information presented verbally, symbolically, and
graphically.
MATHEMATICS
• Understand and apply properties of the real number system, including surds and exponents;
• Recognise and use patterns, including sequences and series;
• Apply relationships such as ratios and percentages in a variety of contexts;
• Apply the results of algebraic manipulations with equations and inequalities;
• Understand the function concept and identify properties of functions
• Interpret transformations of functions represented algebraically or graphically;
• Identify relationships between graphs and their equations, or inequalities and the regions they describe;
• Apply trigonometric identities and concepts in solving problems;
• Understand properties and interpret representations of two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes;
• Apply principles of analytic geometry;
• Interpret various representations and measures of data; and
• Use logical skills in making deductions and determining the validity of given assertions.
46You are required to write the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) as part of the HOW TO REGISTER TO WRITE THE NBT
2015 University of Fort Hare’s admission process. The National benchmark You can register to write the NBT online or by cell phone:
Tests are used to inform placement decisions, curriculum development and To register online you have to access the website:
academic support programmes. www.nbt.ac.za. Read the instructions, then click on “Register to Write”.
Once you have filled in all of the information required, click “SUBMIT”.
The NBTs are an assessment of prospective first year applicants into Higher Your acknowledgement letter and EasyPay barcode number will be available
Education. The assessment was designed to measure a writer’s levels of for you to download. You must then take this letter or your EasyPay barcode
proficiency in Academic Literacy, Quantitative Literacy and Mathematics as number to an EasyPay paypoint to pay the testing fee.
related to the demands of tertiary study. The NBTs also provide information
to assist in the placement of students in appropriate curricular routes (e.g. To register on your cell phone, access the website:
regular, augmented, extended, bridging or foundation programmes ) and with www.nbt.ac.za/mobile and follow the prompts. This is used in exactly
the development of curriculum for Higher Education programmes. In addition, the same way as you would with “mxit”, “facebook”, etc. To access your
they assist Higher Education to interpret school-leaving results, such as those acknowledgement/EasyPay letter you may:
of the National Senior Certificate (NSC)
(1) enter your email address and the acknowledgement letter will be sent to
THE FOLLOWING TESTS MUST BE WRITTEN BY PROSPECTIVE you automatically.
STUDENTS: (2) log onto the NBT website and print the acknowledgement letter.
If you are applying to the Faculty of Law, Faculty of Education and Faculty (3) enter your cellphone number and you will receive only your EasyPay
of Social Sciences and Humanities you must write the Academic Literacy barcode number (not the full letter).
and Quantitative Literacy (AQL) ONLY. If you are applying to the Faculty of
Science and Agriculture and the Faculty of Management and Commerce you
must write BOTH the Academic Literacy and Quantitative Literacy (AQL) AND
the Mathematics (MAT).
Faculty to which you are applying NBT
Law AQL
Education AQL
Social Science and Humanities AQL
Science and Agriculture AQL and MAT
Management and Commerce AQL and MAT
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