University of Venda UNIVEN Biokinetics
Bachelor of Science in Biokinetics / Recreation and Leisure Studies / Sport Science
University of Venda Biokinetics, Recreation and Leisure Studies and Sport Science belong to the broad field of Human Movement Science which is the study of “man in motion.” The degrees in this field are career-focused and allow students to specialise as either Biokinetists/ Recreation and Leisure and Sport Science specialists. There is opportunity to compliment the specialisations with additional subjects in Science, Humanities and Social Science to suit the career plans.
Purpose of Qualification
Aims
To train an individual to be well educated, and be willing or capable of continuing to learn and develop intellectually after graduation and take up major responsibility for professional and personal development as a Biokinetist / Certified Leisure Professional / Sport Science Specialist and a provider of appropriate cost effective services to communities in South Africa.
Admission Requirements
Biokinetics and Sport Science:
The minimum entry requirement shall be Matric with exemption and Biology E (HG), Physical Science E (HG) and English E (SG). Matriculants without exemption can be admitted after writing and passing Senate entrance examination to determine the level of entry. Admission is subject to selection.
Recreation and Leisure Studies:
The minimum entry requirements shall be Matric with exemption and English E (SG). Matriculants without exemption can be admitted after writing and passing Senate Entrance Examination to determine the level of entry. Admission is subject to selection.
Candidates for the above programmes must also possess:
- Good communication skills and be prepared to work with people of diverse cultural and physical background.
- Good physical and mental health.
- Keen interest in sports, recreation and physical activities.
- Confidence, motivation and self-discipline.
- Credit will be given to previous leadership roles and involvement in sports, sport development, recreation programmes and community projects.
Duration
The Biokinetics/Recreation and Leisure Studies / Sport Science is a full-time programme spreading over a period of four years. Candidates are required to accumulate at least 600 credits in order to obtain the degree.
Exit Level Qualification
On completion, the student will be awarded the Bachelor of Science degree in Biokinetics / Recreation and Leisure Studies / Sport Science.
University of Venda Biokinetics, Students with the option in Biokinetics are expected to satisfy the requirements of registration as Biokinetists under the Health Professions Council of South Africa. A student shall complete the prescribed 5000 clinical practical hours programme at the approved hospital and in approved community services.
Students with options in Recreation and Leisure Studies / Sport Science shall complete the prescribed practical hours attached to the programmes at designated community centres / health and fitness clinics/national accreditation centres including evaluation centres and sports academies.
Recreation and Leisure Studies specialisaTion provides students with the opportunity for certification as Certified Leisure Professionals (CLP).
Rules
- Unless otherwise stated, all University rules shall apply. Minimum duration of study.
- Full-time students shall register not more than 150 credits a year including University and Departmental core and elective courses.
- Progression from one level to another.
(i) In addition to Rules G.5.2.2, G.10 and G.13 a student who fails more than 30 credits shall not be permitted to proceed to the next level.
(ii) A student shall pass all the Departmental core modules at each level of study.
Certificate in Sport Coaching and Sport Management
Admission
Entry requirements are as follows:
For Sports Coaching Course and Sports Management, a minimum of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pass with at least one year work experience.
Candidates with interest in Sports Coaching or Sport Management Courses must show evidence of sport involvement or participation.
Assessment
Each course shall be assessed by a minimum of two written assignments and a two hour theory paper in the final examination. The ration of C.A. to examination shall be 1:1.
To satisfy the course requirements, a student must score at least 50% in six courses and two practical tests, as well as a minimum of 49% in any two courses. The practical tests shall be assessed on pass / fail basis.
The final mark shall be the simple average of all the overall marks obtained in all the courses.
Programme Structure
University of Venda Biokinetics, The programmes shall be of three months duration with (weekends) practical and theory lessons. Candidates will be examined at the end of the course.
The programme shall be divided into four sections i.e. two each for the Sports Coaching and Sport Management options.
Individuals can opt to take any of the modules for credit purpose or for enrichment.
Successful candidates in the programme can be admitted into the Biokinetics, Recreation and
Sport Science Programmes or a Degree Programme in Sport Coaching and Sport Management.
Award of Certificate
To be awarded a certificate, a student must not score less than an average of 50% in the overall marks obtained in all the courses taken.
Classification of Certificate
The certificate shall be classified into three categories as follows:
Distinction = 75% and above
Pass = 50%
Fail = Below 50%
