UNISA Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Industrial and Organisational Psychology (98351)
The Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Industrial and Organisational Psychology at Unisa is a comprehensive program designed to enhance your expertise in this field and prepare you for a professional career in various specializations. Below is a detailed overview of the qualification:
Qualification Overview
Qualification Code: 98351
NQF Level: 8
Total Credits: 120
SAQA ID: 84866
APS/AS: 60
Registration Rules and Requirements
Co-registration Requirement: Students must co-register for HMEMS80 and HRIOP87 if HMEMS80 has not been passed.
Module Registration: If you haven’t passed HRIOP84, HRIOP85, or HRIOP86, you must register for HRIOP87.
Access Requirements: During your studies, you will need access to a computer, printer, and the internet.
Purpose of the Qualification
Objective: This program aims to deepen your expertise in industrial and organisational psychology, focusing on research and specialized practice areas. It is designed to prepare you for a career in research and to contribute to new knowledge in the field.
Career Prospects: Successful completion enables registration as a Human Resources Practitioner with the South African Board for Personnel Practice (SABPP).
Learning Mode
This qualification is offered through online and distance learning modes.
Registration Eligibility
New Applicants: Can register only if they have received and accepted an offer from Unisa.
Re-registering Students: Can register for the 2025-2026 academic year when the registration period opens.
New Qualification Applicants: If starting a new qualification, you must apply online during the prescribed period.
Module Selection Guidelines
Co-requisites and Pre-requisites: You must register for co-requisite modules simultaneously and complete pre-requisite modules before advancing.
Credit Limitation: You cannot register for more than 60 credits per semester or 120 credits per academic year.
Study Time Consideration: Allocate approximately 6-8 hours per week for semester modules and 4-6 hours per week for year modules.
Further Information: [Managing your studies](link to study management page).
Curriculum
Group A: Compulsory Modules
- HMEMS80 – Research Methodology
- HRIOP87 – Research Report in Employee and Consumer Behaviour
- Co-requisite: HMEMS80
- IOP4861 – Industrial Psychological Assessment
- IOP4862 – Managerial and Organisational Psychology
- IOP4863 – Personnel and Career Psychology
Before registering, ensure you have noted the module names and codes for reference. For more detailed information about each module, including semester/year module and NQF level, you should visit the specific module information pages on the Unisa website.
This qualification is tailored to equip you with in-depth knowledge and skills in industrial and organisational psychology, preparing you for a successful career in this field.
