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Faculty of Human Sciences

2012 for 2013Vanderbijlpark

Photography

Public Relations Management

Graphic Design & Multimedia

Tourism Management

FineArt

Policing

Fashion

Hospitality Management

Police Science

Safety Management

Criminalistics

Legal Assistance

Labour Law

VUT

Vaal University of Technology


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1. Admission Requirements:

Admission requirements for BTech

Admission requirements for MTech

2. Curriculum and Course StructureNational DiplomaBaccalaurius Technologiae DegreeMagister Technologiae DegreeDoctor Technologiae Degree

Theory of Photography I, II, III

Professional Practice II, III

Visual Communication I, II, III

Applied Photography I, II, III

BTech Degree

Masters and Doctorate Degree

3. What does a Photographer do?

A Grade 12 certificate allows application. This is followed with a selection interview tosecure placement in the programme.

: A completed National Diploma inPhotography (or equivalent). A minimum of a 60% average for the three major subjects(Theory of Photography, Visual Communication and Applied Photography).

: A completed BTech degree in Photography(or equivalent). A minimum of a 65% average for two major subjects (Theory ofPhotography / Visual Communication and Applied Photography).

: 3 year Diploma

: ResearchThe Diploma is structured in modules around the following subjects:

: This subject deals with relevant theory related tothe technical understanding of the mechanisms of photography. An emphasis is placed onthe digital advances revolutionising the current imaging industry.

: This subject consists of modules: EDL, Entrepreneurshipand Business Practice. Some professional skills that are improved include the studentsEnglish communications skills, the ability to function effectively in an ever changingelectronics communication environment and a secure knowledge of proper businesspractice.

: Aesthetic developments are covered in depth, withan emphasis on visual literacy as an important component in the holistic education of aprospective professional photographer. The subject also includes the relevant history ofphotography.

: The application of photography, in a twodimensional communication media, can be seen as the most important aspect of thiscourse. The prospective photographer must be skilled in techniques, including: imagecapture, formats, lighting, digital treatment and design, to mention but a few. Anaesthetic appreciation of current visual trends and the individual interpretation thereofmust be realised in the applied work.

: This Degree programme, after the Diploma course, consists of ResearchMethodology, Theory of Photography and Applied Photography component, which is selfgenerated and in line with the norms of industry.

: Dissertation and body of Applied work. Themasters degree consists of an applied project and a written dissertation investigating aproposed field of study within the field of photography. The investigation is of anadvanced standard. Under normal circumstances the study will take at least 2 years. ADoctorate degree can be pursued after completion of the masters degree.

Photographers work in the world of visual communication. Through the media of stillimages they communicate with individuals and the masses. Their role is to convey ideas,concepts, and information by means of a photograph. This form of communication can

Foundation course:

Visual Literacy 1, Technological Literacy 1, Visual Culture 1.

Subjects

NSC Endorsement

Compulsory SubjectsEnglishLife Orientation

Art, Mathematics,Science, Design, History,Computer ApplicationTechnology

Any other 5 subjects totalling:

Recommended subjects:

TOTAL

NDip: Photography

26

Eligibility for Diploma or Bachelors Degree

4

Max 319

Additional selectioncriteria:A further programmesuitability assessmentand interview will beconducted.

be found in newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, billboards, books, posters and many othermedia. The photographer may photograph a broad or narrow range of subjects, such asnews events, advertising, still life, fashion, factories, scientific studies, portraits, buildingsand anything for which there is a demand. Work can be done for exhibitions, printing inpublications, packaging and posters or for use in audiovisual presentations, multimediaproductions and the Internet. Photographers are required to work with sophisticatedequipment and to be familiar with the various photographic processes. Most photographicwork presents a range of practical problems including lighting, composition, exposure,processing and printing, as well as the opportunity to create various treatments. Thephotographer is a businessperson, dealing with a variety of clients on a day to day basis,

making a living through effective visual communication.

Photographers work in the world of mass communication. Through the media of still imagesthey communicate with both the individual and society at large. Their role is to conveyideas, concepts and information by means of a photograph. This form of communicationcan be found in newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, billboards, books, posters and manyother media. The photographer may photograph a broad or narrow range of subjects, i.e.news events, advertising, still life, fashion, industry, scientific studies, portraits, architectureor the gallery wall. In this, photographers are required to work with sophisticatedequipment and to be familiar with the most current technological advances andphotographic processes. Most photographic work presents a range of practical problemsincluding lighting, composition, exposure, effective digital capture & processing as well as

any post-procesing required. The photographer is a businessperson, dealing with a varietyof clients on a day-to-day basis, making a living as visual communicator.Photographers are mostly self-employed, though many find opportunities for full-timeemployment in various industries including media consortia, law enforcement, multi-national corporates & medical organisations. A freelance photographer, on the other hand,would work for a wide-ranging clientele ranging from editorial, industrial, mining &advertising, each demanding a unique, yet creative, solution by the photographer to theirproblem at hand. With the digital media revolution, the door to the world of electronicmedia opens with many new and exciting career options.At VUT, cutting-edge, individually focused education in photographic technologies and thecreative application thereof are offered. A considered curriculum aligned with contemporaryindustry demands, with a strong focus on digital media are offered. The facilities thatinclude 5 large-format digital backs, state-of-art computer laboratoria, an in-house

professional printing facility and a well-equipped studio with a range of specialised lightingoptions.

Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Faculty of Human SciencesDepartment: Visual Arts and Design.Vaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021 VANDERBIJLPARK 1900Tel: (016)950-9309/950-9312 Fax: (016)950-9110 e-mail: [email protected] www.vut.ac.za/visual

4. Career Opportunities

5. Enquiries

PhotographyFaculty: Human Sciences

Department:Visual Arts and DesignNational Diploma: Photography 3Year Course

BTech: Photography 1Year CourseM Tech: Photography 2Year Course

DTech: Photography

Graphic Design & MultimediaFaculty: Human SciencesDepartment:Visual Arts and Design

National Diploma: Graphic Design 3 Year Course

B Tech: Graphic Design 1Year Course

M Tech: Graphic Design 2Year Course

BTech: Multimedia 1Year Course

M Tech: Multimedia 2Year Course

Additional selectioncriteria:A further programmesuitability assessmentand interview will beconducted.

SubjectsNSC Endorsement

Compulsory SubjectsEnglishLife Orientation

Art, Mathematics,Science, Design, History,Computer Application Technology

Any other 5 subjects totalling:Recommended subjects:

TOTAL

NDip: Graphic Design / N Dip: Fine Art

26


4

Max 3

19



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Communication & Human Resources, Retail Merchandising, Entrepreneurship, BusinessManagement, End-User Computing and Applied Communication Skills. Fashionmerchandising is an energetic and fast-paced field and requires a creative, efficientprofessional involvement in all phases of marketing merchandise to consumers.Professional skills and communication skills are included, also, the ability to functioneffectively in an ever changing communication environment and a knowledge of properbusiness practice.

: This subject consists of the followingmodules: Garment Technology, Pattern Technology, Grading, Textiles and Visual Literacy.Emphasis is placed on theoretical and practical aspects of garment technology, patterntechnology, pattern grading and textiles.

: This subject consists of the following modules:Clothing Management & Technology, CAD and Technological Literacy. The application offashion design is incorporated into computer aided design and production environmentstudies.

In the final year of study the student completes a minimum period of 6 weeks in-servicetraining. The student can do Work Integrated Learning in various fields of study.The final mark is compiled from reports written by the mentor, student and lecturer.

:This Degree programme, after the Diploma course (ND Fashion), consists of DesignStudies, Research Methodology and a Theory of Clothing component, which is selfgenerated and in line with the norms of industry. Admission requirements: Obtain 60%in the ND: Fashion.

:This masters degree consists of a written dissertation investigating a proposed field ofstudy within the field of fashion. The investigation is of an advanced level.Admission requirements: Obtain 65% in the B Tech: Fashion.

The core of the fashion design course is studied at different levels with focus on acquiringand applying technical skills to provide a learning environment in which innovation andoriginality can be developed according to learners choice of pathways. Students achievetheir full potential through innovation, invention and originality developed throughpractice and research in an environment where a range of art and design principles aretaught. Work integrated learning is an important aspect in the students learning processas this module aims to emphasise the need to understand how real-life situations inindustry operate.

Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Visual Art and DesignVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel (016) 950-9293, Fax (016) 950-9788 e-mail: [email protected]

website: www.vut.ac.za

During the past three years, Fashion students have participated in the prestigiousVodacom Durban July at the Greyville Racecourse in Durban. In 2009, six fashionstudents took part and in 2010 four students participated. The 2011 participation saw10 students competing in various categories winning 3rd place.

Participation in other fashion competitions during 2010 included: Designer of the Vaalcompetition (overall winner), and the Bridal Africa Young Designer Awards. In addition,20 students produced 40 garments that were presented on the fashion ramps at the SAFashion Week held in Sandton during 2010. During 2011 entries were accepted in theRotary Young Dress Designer of the Year competition, where our students reigned in

prizes including the allover winner, titled Young Designer 2011, the third place as wellas first prize winner in the category: Professional Designers.Staff within the fashion section hold high qualifications, and a diverse range of expertiseand skills relating to all aspects within the fashion field. This section has embraced asignificant group of alumni students such as internationally renowned Fashion DesignerDavid Tlale and local designers such as Louise Geldenhuys, Annabel Wessels, ElsmarieJacobs and Elizna Ebersohn.

Applied Clothing Technology 1,11,111

Theory of Clothing 1,11,111

Work Integrated Learning

BTech Degree

Masters Degree

3.1 Introduction

4. Enquiries

Student achievements

Hospitality ManagementFaculty of Human Sciences

Department: Hospitality, Tourism and PR Management

3 Year Course

National Diploma: Hospitality Management

(Electives: Food & Beverage or Professional Cookery)

BTech: Food and Beverage Management

MTech: Food and Beverage ManagementMTech: Food Service Management

DTech: Food Ser vice Management


2. CurriculumSubjects for ND Hospitality ManagementLevel 1 (NQF level 5)

Level 2 (NQF level 6) Three electives

Level 3 (NQF level 7)

Level 4 (NQF level 8) - BTech Degree

Level 5 (NQF level 9) - MTech Degree

Level 6 (NQF level 10) - DTech Degree

2.1 Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

All subjects in the first year are compulsory:Culinary Studies and Nutrition I; Food and Beverage Studies I; HospitalityCommunication I; Hospitality Financial Management I; Hospitality Health and Safety;Hospitality Information Systems I; Hospitality Management I; AccommodationManagement I; Service Excellence I.

: Food & Beverage Operations orProfessional Cookery or Community NutritionThe following subjects are compulsory in the second year: Culinary Studies and NutritionII; Food and Beverage Studies II; Hospitality Communication II; Hospitality FinancialManagement II; Hospitality Hospitality Information Systems II; Hospitality ManagementII; Hospitality Law I; Food and Beverage Operations II or Professional Cookery II, orCommunity Nutrition II.

The following subjects are compulsory in the third year: Hospitality FinancialManagement III; Hospitality Management Information Systems I; HospitalityManagement III; Hospitality Law II; Culinary Studies and Nutrition III, Professional

Cookery III or Food & Beverage Operations III or Community Nutrition III.:

Subjects of Baccalaureus Technologiae: Food and Beverage ManagementFood Service Management 4, Industrial Psychology, Food Service Training, MassCatering 4, Food 4, Research Methodology: Hospitality.

:Research Project / Dissertation.MTech Food & Beverage ManagementMTech Food Service ManagementMinimum requirement BTech with a 65% average.

: Food Service Management

Research Project / Thesis.

Work integrated learning takes place from level 1 with a five month continuousexperiential training period during level 3. The student should be actively involved inprescribed practical work at an approved food service unit. A recognised Food ServiceManager who is selected by the University in conjunction with industry will act as the

SubjectsNSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishOther LanguageMathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation

Hospitality Studies/Hotel, ConsumerStudies, Business Studies,,Computer Application Theory


TOTAL

NDip: Hospitality Management

26 (with Maths), 27 (with Maths Lit)


443 or4

Max 312

Additional selectioncriteria:Interview; and skills

application test.


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students mentor. Topics included during the experiential training period include thefollowing: Menu planning, physical facilities planning and equipment, personneladministration and management, production planning and control and art ofentertainment.

A Hospitality Manager works as caterer and a manager, compiles menus, arranges andcaters for functions and exercises overall control over a food service unit. Such a personis responsible for: Quality control, attractive food displays, palatability and nutritionalvalue, effective use of equipment, hygiene and safety, stock control, compilation and

adhering to budget procedures, identification and solution of problems in a food serviceunit, evaluation of subordinate staff, liaison with different divisions of the organisationand industry.

Chefs and cooks are key figures in this industry. They ensure unity between the menu,type of operation being run, planning and development, and often all food costing,ordering and stock control. They are also in charge of all the staff in the kitchen. (calledthe kitchen brigade).

Planning nutrition programmes, identifying problems and creating nutrition solutions.

Hospitals, hotels and other units where people prepare food in large quantities e.g.canteens, restaurants, recreation clubs and hostels, as well as privately owned cateringbusinesses. Training of food service staff in catering companies also provides jobopportunities.A BTech degree in Hospitality Management can be obtained after the Diploma. AnMTech and DTech can also be obtained at this institution.

The Head of Department: Hospitality, Tourism and PR ManagementVaal University of Technology, Private Bax X021 Vanderbijlpark, 1900Tel (016) 950-9279 Fax (016) 950-9788 e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

3. What does a Hospitality Manager do?

Functions of Professional Cookery

Functions of a Community Nutritionist


5. Enquiries:

Public Relations ManagementFaculty of Human Sciences

Department: Hospitality, Tourism and PR Management

National Diploma: Public Relations Management

BTech Degree

MTech Degree: Public Relations Management


2. CurriculumNational Certificate (First year)

National Higher Certificate (Second year)

National Diploma (Third year)

BTech: Public Relations Management

: Communication Science I, Public Relations I,Media Studies I, Business Studies, Information Administration for PR, English, Afrikaans orSouth Sotho.

:Communication Science II, Public Relations II, Media Studies II, Marketing and

Advertising, Videology, Law for Public Relations, Social Psychology, English.: Distance Education: Communication Science III

and Public Relations III.Nine months practical training plus three contact sessions per semester.

The minimum requirement is a National Diploma in Public Relations Management or anequivalent qualification. A degree is offered part-time over two years and full-time over

SubjectsNSC EndorsementCompulsory Subjects

(Max 6 + Life Orientation)

EnglishMathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation

Tourism, Accountancy, Hospitality Studies,Computer Application Theory,Official Language other than English


TOTAL

NDip: Public Relations Management


Eligibility for Dip. or Bachelors Degree

43 or4

Max 3

15

Additional selection

criteria:Interview; and skillsapplication test.

one year. Subjects include: Communication Science IV, Public Relations IV, Media StudiesIII, Research Methodology and Management Practice IV.

A minimum requirement: BTech Public Relations with a 65% average. Management or anequivalent qualification.

: Introduction to forms of communication, communicationmodels, understanding the concept of communication, verbal and non-verbalcommunication and Information & Communication technology.

: The nature of public relations, public relations techniques,functions and public relations programmes.

: Introduction to the mass media in South Africa and news reporting.: The introduction of management as a science, examining the

operation of the business enterprise, the interplay between the enterprise and itsenvironment as well as the critical role of the business enterprise in providing for theneeds of society.

: The mastering of typing techniques and skillsto do PowerPoint presentations.

: English for everyday usage within the professional situation, e.g. letters, reports,meeting procedure, press releases and non-verbal communication.

: The theory of the communication process, reports, public speaking, meetingprocedure, correspondence and the oral use of language.

: Oral use of the language, vocabulary, dialogue and group discussions aswell as written communication.

: Oral use of the language, vocabulary, dialogue and group discussions, as well asbasic written communication.

: The student is introduced to the mass media, itsfunctions and effects, political and persuasive communication and Information andCommunication Technology in Politics.

: Public relations budgets and costs, public relations in the differentsectors advanced, a public relations programme and research.

: Writing and layout of newsletters, desktop publishing andphotography.

: Aspects involving the production of videos and visual communication are

studied. The student is introduced to the usage of the electronic media.: Introduction to Media Law, the Bill of Basic Human Rights,

Contract Law and Labour Law.: Introduction to modern views on marketing and the

elements of marketing communication.: It gives insight into ones own behaviour as well as the behaviour

of others. Introduces ways in which you can form and maintain positive interpersonalrelationships and it draws attention to the socio-cultural diversity of this country andemphasizes the need for mutual respect and tolerance.

: The student is introduced to interculturalcommunication and strategic communication within the organisation.

: Public relations techniques and strategies, relationships with the

media and employees, issues management, environmental scanning and advanced casestudies.

: Students will need to complete a six month workintegrated learning programme.

: Theoretical perspectives, intergroup relations andnegotiations, development communication, social change. A mini-thesis on a specialisedarea of communication has to be submitted.

: Theoretical context of Public Relations, international publicrelations, political and sociological assessment and strategies for Public Relations,environmental and community issues, advanced studies of specialised Public Relations.

: The role of mass media in society, theoretical perspectives onmedia, advanced layout and design and writing for the internet.

: Modern perspectives on management, decision makingand problem solving, strategic management, entrepreneurship, project management andchange management.

: Sampling, types of investigations, variance, data collectionand analysis. The research process, research problem, literature study, practicalapplication.

MTech: Public Relations

Core SyllabiFirst Year:Communication Science I

Public Relations I

Media Studies IBusiness Studies

Information Administration for PR

English

Afrikaans

South Sotho

French

Second Year:Communication Science II

Public Relations II

Media Studies II

Videology

Law for Public Relations

Marketing and Advertising

Social Psychology

Third Year:Communication Science III

Public Relations III


Fourth Year: (BTech: PR Management)Communication Science IV

Public Relations IV

Media Studies III

Management Practice IV

Research Methodology


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Fifth year: MTech: PR Management

3. The Functions of a Public Relations Practitioner


4.1 Professional Status

5. Enquiries

Dissertation.

The PRP should be equipped to be a link between the organisation and the stakeholders;be able to communicate effectively with the internal and external public, liaise with thepress and other media; compile and edit press releases, bulletins, journals, brochures;organise a variety of functions and be responsible for the corporate image of anorganisation.

Can be employed as a Public Relations Practitioner by commerce and industry, central,provincial and local government, tertiary and other educational institutions, the newsmedia, PR consultancies and non-government organisations.

Member of the Public Relations Institute of South Africa (PRISA).

Enquiries may be addressed to:Head of the Department: Hospitality and Tourism ManagementVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021, VANDERBIJLPARK, 1900Tel: (016) 950-9279; Fax: (016) 950-9788 e-mail: [email protected],[email protected], [email protected] website: www.vut.ac.za

Tourism ManagementFaculty of Human SciencesDepartment: Hospitality, Tourism and PR Management

National Diploma: Tourism Management

BTech: Tourism Management

Mtech: Tourism & Hospitality Management


2. CurriculumNational Certificate: First year

National Higher Certificate: Second year

National Diploma: Third year

BTech: Tourism Management

MTech: Tourism & Hospitality Management

Description of subjectsFirst year: (National Certificate)Tourism Development I

Travel and Tourism Management I

Tourism Management I, Tourism Development I, Travel and Tourism Practice I, Marketingfor Tourism I, Communications, End User Computing.

Tourism Management II, Tourism Development II, Travel and Tourism Practice II,

Marketing for Tourism II, Law for Tourism I, Media and Public Relations for Tourism I,Communications.

Tourism Management III, Tourism Development III, Travel and Tourism Practice III,Cooperative Education.

The minimum requirement is a ND: Tourism Management, with an average of 60% in thefinal year. The degree is offered full-time over one year. Subjects include: TourismDevelopment IV, Marketing for Tourism III, Advanced Stretgic Management, ResearchMethodology and a research project.

A minimum requirement: BTech Tourism Management.

: Dimensions of tourism, the tourism industry, tourismmarkets, tourism supply, geography of tourism, impact of tourism.

: The general management and administrativefunction, the production/service function, the purchasing/procurement function, thefinancial, human resources, marketing and public relations functions, entrepreneurship.

SubjectsNSC Endorsement

Compulsory Subjects

(Max 6 + Life Orientation)

EnglishMathematics or

Mathematical LiteracyLife Orientation

Tourism, Accountancy, Hospitality Studies,Computer Application Theory, Official Languageother than English

Any other 4 subjects totalling:

Recommended subjects:

TOTAL

NDip: Tourism Management



43 or

4Max 316

Additional selectioncriteria:Interview; and skillsapplication test.

Travel and Tourism Practice I

Marketing for Tourism I

End user Computing

Second year: (National Higher Certificate)Travel and Tourism Management II

Tourism Development II

Travel and Tourism Practice II

Law for Tourism I

Media and Public Relations for Tourism I

Third year: (National Diploma)Tourism Management III

Tourism Development III

Travel and Tourism Practice III

BTech subjectsTourism Development IV

Marketing for Tourism III

Advanced Strategic Management

Research Methodology

Research Project

MTech: Tourism

3. What are the functions of a Travel and Tourism Consultant?


5. Enquiries

: Travel agency practice and functions, Fares andTicketing I, Destinations (local and regional): South Africa and Africa.

: Introduction to Marketing for Tourism, Marketinginformation in South Africa, market measurement and forecasting, the marketing mix.Communication: Business correspondence, reports, meeting procedure, oralcommunication, the mass media, language usage, non-verbal communication,telephone etiquette.

: Introduction to computing concepts, data processingequipment, electronic data processing, software, systems, business information.

: Financial Management: the financialfunction, markets, analysis, planning and control, long term capital, creditmanagement, financial structure. Human Resources Management: the task of theHuman Resources Manager, primary human resources activities, provision of humanresources, employment contract.

: The nature and scope of tourism planning: typologies oftourism development, tourism resource assessment, sustainable tourism planning andstrategies.

: Tour operations and procedures, hospitalityoperations, destinations: Europe and America.

: South African legal system, the constitutional order, principles ofcontracts, mercantile law, legal aspects of tourism industry.

: The PR process, PR techniques andtools, liaison with management functions, organisational media, design and production,mass media, media liaison, advertising.

: The economic environment, entrepreneurship, projectidentification, the business plan, the viability test.

: Tourism development in SA, The White Paper inTourism.

: Conference and other events, destinations:Australasia and Asia.Cooperative Education (Students are advised to consult the Co-operative EducationDepartment to find out more information on Experiential Learning)Six months of experiential training in the tourism industry.

: Anthropology of Tourism, Information Technology,Conservation, HR Development, Economics Sociology and Politics of Tourism.

: The Marketing Plan; Product; Pricing; Distribution andPromotion Strategies.

: Advanced Strategic Management in theTourism Industry.

: Types of Research, data collection and analysis. Theresearch process and problem, literature study, practical application.

: Research project and report.

Minimum requirement BTech with a 65% average.

Provide information regarding various destinations and attractions locally and overseas,guide customers in planning their itinerary, handle in a competent and professionalmanner the planning, compiling and execution of travel arrangements for individuals aswell as groups, market effectively special packages, products and professional services.

Can be employed by travel agencies (wholesale and retail), holidayaccommodation/resorts, transport and travel organisations, publicity associations incities and towns and tourist information centres.For further information, prospective students are advised to visit the Co-operativeEducation Department, where you will also be informed about your experiential trainingprogram.

Enquiries may be addressed to:The Head of Department: Hospitality, Tourism and PR ManagementVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021, VANDERBIJLPARK, 1900Tel: (016) 950-9279 Fax: (016) 950-9788 e-mail: [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za


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Curriculum

2. Curriculum

First year

Second year

Third year

3. What does a police officer do?

4. Vocational Possibilities:

Core Syllabi:Policing I, II & III

Investigation of Crime I, II & III

Law for Policing I, II & III

Management LeadershipEnd user ComputingEnglish Practical Policing

5. Enquiries

: Additional Selection Criteria: RPL (Recognition for Prior Learning). Age -older than 23 years AND Vocational experience. Relevant training / related qualification.

: Policing 1, Investigation of Crime 1, Law for Policing 1, English Practical:Policing.: Policing 2, Investigation of Crime 2, Law for Policing 2, End-User

Computing.: Policing 3, Investigation of Crime 3, Law for Policing 3, Management

Leadership 1.

Prevention and combating of crime; Protecting and securing the safety of people and theirproperty; Upholding and enforcing the South African criminal and statutory law;Maintaining public order; Gathering of crime-related intelligence; Investigating andsolving of crime; Preparing and compiling of criminal cases for submission to the Directorof Public Prosecutions; Giving evidence in courts.

South African Police Service; Metropolitan Police Services; The Private Security Sector;Etc...

: General orientation towards Policing.Police, Crime and Society in a social and legislative context. Theories, principles andpractice of providing service to the community, organising communities andneighbourhoods.

: Develop the meaning and aims of crimeinvestigation and the role of police as investigators. The investigation of a scene of crime,modus operandi, the description of a person and direct observation. It requires students toassess the principles of the Scientific Method of Investigation.

: Law concerned with public or general interest; CriminalLaw; Specific Crimes; Law of Criminal Procedure and Law of Evidence.

: Policing I: General principles of supervision.: Word Processing.

: Technical writing in English.

Enquiries may be addressed to: Head of the DepartmentDepartment: Legal Sciences - Dr. D J JoubertTel: (016) 950-9891 Fax: 086 612 8476E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

SubjectsNSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishOther LanguageMathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation

Any other 3 subjects

TOTAL

NDip: Policing



433 or4

Max 310

Additional selectioncriteria:RPL:Age - older than 23years;Vocational experience;Relevanttraining/relatedqualification.

Policing

Police Science


Department of Legal Sciences

National Diploma: Policing

3 Year Course



Bachelor of Arts in Police Science

3Year Course


2. CurriculumFirst year

Second Year

Third Year

3. What are the duties?

4. Vocational Possibilities?

Core SyllabiPolicing - Policing in a Constitutional Democracy 1

Policing - Constitutional objects of the South African Police Service 2

Policing - Effective Policing and Crime Prevention 3

Law Enforcement 1

Law Enforcement 2

Enforcement 3

Criminalistics 1

Criminalistics 2

Criminalistics 3

5. Enquiries

: Public Administration 1, Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 1, PublicAdministration 1, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 1, CriminalJustice/Police Science 1, Criminalistics and Criminal Science 1, Work-Integrated Learning.

: Criminal Justice/Police Science 2, Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 2,Criminalistics and Criminal Science 2, Forensic Science and Technology 1, Work-IntegratedLearning.

: Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 3, Criminal Justice/Police Science 3, CriminalJustice/Law Enforcement Administration 1, Criminalistics and Criminal Science 3, ForensicScience and Technology, Work-Integrated Learning, Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 2.

- To professionally apply policing principles in practice.

SAPS, Secret Services, Correctional Services, Private Security Firms, Metro Police, etc.

: Separation of powers ofthe National Government; Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996; The Bill ofRights; Constitution Chapter 11: Security Services; The South African Police Service Act,1995; Quality Service. (Batho Pele)

:Prevent and combat crime; Maintain public order; Investigate crime; Protect and secure theinhabitants of the Republic and their property; Uphold and enforce the law; Keycommunication strategies necessary for the conduct of general duties policing.

: Contemporary policing;.Ethical values and leadership.

: Policing powers and responsibilities; General elements of anOffence; Crimes against the Community; Overview of the Criminal Justice Process; Initiatingthe Criminal Justice Process.

: General elements of an Offence; Inchoate Crimes; Participation;Strict and Vicarious Liability; Crimes against the Person; Crimes against the Community;Arrest; Detention and the Use of Force; Bail as a Method of Release; Normal Methods ofObtaining Evidence; Extraordinary Methods of Obtaining Evidence and Information.

: Criminal prosecution; Crimes against the Person; Property Crimes;Crimes against the Administration of Justice; Crimes against the Community; Extraordinarymethods of Obtaining Evidence and Information; The Law of Evidence; Types of Evidence;

Privilege; Irrelevant and Unreliable Evidence; Evaluating Evidential material.: Types of Evidence; Irrelevant and Unreliable Evidence; Criminal

prosecution; The Criminal Justice System; The investigation of specific crimes; PropertyCrimes.

: Crime Scene Investigation; Introduction to Forensic Science; Englishwriting skills; The investigation of specific crimes; Property Crimes; Crimes against theCommunity; Moot court.

: The investigation of spec ific crimes; Crimes against the Person; Crimesagainst the Administration of Justice; Crimes against the Community; Simulated crimescenes; English writing skills; Crime Scene to Court; Moot court.

Enquiries may be addressed to: Dr DJ Joubert

Head of Department: Department of Legal SciencesVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021, Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9891; Fax: 086 612 8476e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

Subjects

NSC Endorsement

Compulsory SubjectsEnglishOther LanguageLife SciencesPhysical SciencesLife Orientation

Any other subject

TOTAL

Bachelor of Arts in Police Science

26

Eligibility for Bachelors Degree

5

455

Max 3

4

Additional SelectionCriteria RPL:Age - older than 23years; Vocationalexperience; Relevanttraining / relatedqualification


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CriminalisticsFaculty of Human Sciences


Bachelor of Arts in Criminalistics

3 Year Course



Second Year

Third Year3. What are the duties?

4. Vocational Possibilities

Core SyllabiIntroduction to Forensic Science

Anatomy and Physiology for Crime Scene Practitioners

Methods of Crime Detection

Forensic Evidence and Law

Physics for Forensic Applications

Applied Chemical and Physical Sciences for Crime Scene Practitioners

: Forensic Science and Technology 1, Criminalistics and Criminal Science 1,Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 1.

: Forensic Science and Technology 2, Criminalistics and Criminal Science 2,Criminal Justice/Safety Issues 2.

: Criminalistics and Criminal Science 3, Work Integrated Learning.

It focuses on the scientific and analytical investigations undertaken at the crime scene andin the laboratory, in the endeavour to solve criminal cases; Examine and process a crimescene fully; Understand the legal and investigative process; The science behind the forensicanalysis performed on recovered exhibits and their evidential value.

SAPS, Metro Police, Secret Services, Private Security Firms.

: Introduction and overview to what forensicscience is and what forensic scientists do; The roles and duties of the forensic scientist and

scenes-of-crime officer; Basic principles of crime-scene investigation are introduced, andthe practical considerations of crime scene protection; documentation, search, recovery andpackaging of physical evidence are discussed; Concepts of chain of custody, continuity ofevidence and quality assurance.

: Study of theanatomy and physiology of forensically interesting organ systems and provide essentialinformation on anatomy and physiology for forensic practitioners; Fundamental scienceunderpinning anatomy and physiology; Understanding of applied processes in crime sceneinvestigation and forensic science.

: Individuality of fingerprints, impressions, etc. themethods of classification and comparison as well as the basic principles of visualisation,enhancement and recovery of these at the crime scene; Impressions made by footwear,bare feet, ears, etc, along with their usefulness discussed in relation to solving crimes;The forensic examination of hairs and fibres, principally by microscopic, spectroscopic andchemical analyses, is introduced and its relevance to solving crimes is discussed;Analysis of paints and glass is also covered; An introduction is given to the analysis ofquestioned documents, including examination of paper, writing implements and inks,banknotes, credit cards, cheques and wills, typewritten, printed and photocopieddocuments, handwritten and indented writing, fingerprint and DNA traces; Handling ofquestioned documents and the techniques for destructive and non-destructive testing isalso discussed.

: Information on forensic evidence and its application tolaw; The role of the forensic practitioner at the crime scene; Correct crime scene proceduresand processing and how to record correctly and document a crime scene.

: Selected areas of basic physical science that

apply to forensic science; Fundamental physical concepts and appreciate their relevance inforensic science.

:Information on materials, marks and impressions commonly found at scenes of crime andthe instruments/equipment employed to process, analyse and characterise these; Developelectronic and non-electronic recording skills of a forensic practitioner using a variety ofmedia; The principles and analysis of crime scene materials, marks and impressions

SubjectsNSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishMathematicsLife SciencesPhysical Sciences

Any other 2 subjects (4 each)

TOTAL

Bachelor of Arts in Criminalistics

28

Eligibility for Bachelors Degree

5

555

8

Additional SelectionCriteria RPL:Age - older than 23years; Vocationalexperience; Relevanttraining / relatedqualification

evidence and questioned documents, using a range of forensic instrumentation/equipment, including comparison and polarising microscopy, chromatography,spectroscopy and chemical instrumentation/techniques; Develop the knowledge and skillsto identify and process a number of examples of chemical materials evidence found at thecrime scene.

: Survey anddocumentation of crime scenes, which is a vitally important aspect of crime sceneinvestigation; Features include: note taking; instruction on the preparation of basic crimescene diagrams; review of equipment required to provide these services; overview of tools

and equipment available to aid in the documentation of the scene; the four basic methodsused to survey and document crime scenes; crime scene math; how to read and use anarchitectural scale; and how to prepare a rough sketch and subsequent finished "scale"drawing of a crime scene; Skills for crime scene photography around conventionalmethods, digital imagery and video recording simulated crime scenes and associatedincidents; Knowledge and appropriate skills to visually record a crime scene and identifyand apply the appropriate techniques to record and support all aspects of crime sceneinvestigation; Theory of light, exposure control, photography of property and computers,fingerprint photography, use of filters, ultra violet, vehicle, scene, night time, injury, andpost-mortem photography. We also look at using video and digital imagery.

: Applied biology forcrime scene and forensic practitioners. The forensic biology course describes the principlesand practices, collection and analysis of common biological types of evidence found at thecrime scene using a number of forensic techniques; Develop the knowledge and skills toidentify and process a range of biological examples of evidence from the crime scene andat post mortem; Laboratory based, where the underlying theory of biological crime sceneand forensic investigation is learnt and practiced before being applied to the crime scenein the work based learning module.

: A strong foundation in the natural sciences, forensicscience professionals are expected to recognize concepts integral to forensic science, suchas individualization, reconstruction, association, and chain of custody of evidence;Understanding of the application of scientific analysis to the legal system: Forensicchemistry and lab, Forensic biology and lab, Physical methods in forensic science and lab.

: General principles of criminal liability, the classification of crimes andsome of the main criminal offences and defences; Understanding of black letter criminal

law and how; in particular, the courts arrive at their decisions; General principles ofcriminal liability, classification of law; legislation and judicial precedent, classification ofcrimes, general principles of responsibility, offences against the person murdermanslaughter, rape, assaults, aggravated assaults, offences against property theft,criminal deception, false accounting, handling stolen goods, forgery and criminal damage;General and specific defences, intoxication, mistake, duress, automatism, insanity andself-defence.

: Introduced to the gathering, collation and classification ofevidence and the procedures by which legal cases are conducted in civil and criminalcourts; Covers Human Rights, the civil and criminal court structure in SA, the judiciary andthe legal profession: advocates, lawyers, the role of the expert witness, criminal and civilprocedures; Magistrates Court, High Court, Court of Appeal, penalties, elements of the law

of evidence; Legal concepts; Legal principles. : Key skills in numeracyand basic mathematics and ICT based employability skills: Fractions, Decimals, FourRules, Significant Figures, Approximations & Estimates, Percentages. Solving problemsusing ratio and proportion. Brackets and order of operations; Mass, Length, Time, SI unitsand derived units; Areas of plane figures and volumes of solids; Problem solving incontexts involving distance, speed, mass, area, volumes and concentration of solutions.Evaluate scientific formulae by substitution, calculations involving squares, roots andreciprocals; Geometry of circles, triangles and quadrilaterals, Pythagoras, trigonometricratios, application to right angled triangles, basic 3D geometry, scale drawing, modelsand maps; Graphs of formulae, conversion graphs, bar and pie charts, histograms andsimple distributions, tabulated data, mean, median, mode and standard deviation;Probability and chance, combined probabilities of mutually exclusive and independentevents, simple Bayesian probability, application to the analysis of evidence, and statisticalsignificance; Excel: Sorting, Formulae, Statistical Functions, graphs and Charts; Use ofemail and Internet based resources.

: Following the trail from the crime scene to the court; Thecollection of forensic evidence from the scene, carry out forensic analysis of these samplesand present findings in court; Handwriting analysis, document analysis, computerinvestigations, criminal intelligence, blood pattern analysis and statistics; How to interpret

Crime Scene Survey, Documentation and Photography

Applied Forensic Biology for Crime Scene Practitioners

Forensic Science Laboratory

Criminal Law

Evidence and Procedure

Numeracy, Maths & IT for Crime Scene Practitioners

Crime Scene to Court


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and evaluate scientific evidence, examine crime scenes, and undertake forensic laboratoryexaminations encompassing a variety of analytical approaches and blood patterninterpretation; Integrated approach to criminal investigations.

An opportunity to practice techniques taught in laboratory-based lectures in a simulated orrecreated crime scene setting to an advanced level.

Vaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900

Tel: (016) 950-9891; Fax: 086 612 8476e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] website: www.vut.ac.za


5. EnquiriesEnquiries may be addressed to: Dr DJ Joubert, Head of Department: Department of Legal Sciences


2. CurriculumFirst Year

Second Year

Third Year

3. What are the duties of a Safety Officer / Manager?

4. Vocational Possibilities

Core SyllabiBusiness Management I

Risk Management I

Safety Principles and Practice I, II, III

Occupational Health and Safety Law I, II, III

Quantitative Techniques

5. Enquiries

: Business Management I, Risk Management I, Safety Principles and Practice I,Occupational Health and Safety Law I.

: Occupational Health and Safety Law II, Safety Principles and Practice II, ThePersonnel Function, Quantitative Techniques.

: Occupational Health and Safety Law III, Safety Principles and Practice III,Language and Life Skills I, Financial Management I, End User Computing.

Initiating and formulating policy; Coordination of safety systems; Training and cognitionregarding safety aspects; Development and coordination of safety training programmes;Monitoring different aspects of safety target management systems; Advising line management onsafety policy and programmes in respect of legal aspects; Investigating safety incidents.

Safety management offers a challenging and exciting career in both the private and the publicsectors, with a growing demand for experts in this field. Entry level: Security officer (Safety officer)

/ Loss control officer. Middle Management: Safety manager / Loss control manager. TopManagement: Primary executive level.

: Principles relating to Management of Business managementobjectives; Formulating policy.

: The human factor in safety; Managing the environment; Identificationof risk; Fundamental Principles of risk management; Risk management functions; Risk evaluationand assessment; Financing risk.

: Introduction to the law; Exposition of laws;Functions of the courts; Criminal Procedure Law; Vocational Health and Safety Law; Regulations /Laws on Industries.

: Regulations on the Law of Industries;Regulations of the Law on Machinery Setting up of Safety Committees; Regulations on theappointment of Safety Representatives; Investigating accident scenes and reporting to the Dept.of Labour.

: General statistical calculations. Probability. Regression andcorrelation. Introduction to Accounting.

Enquiries may be addressed to: Dr DJ Joubert, Head of Department: Department of Legal SciencesVaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021, Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9891; Fax: 086 612 8476e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] website: www.vut.ac.za

Subjects

NSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishMathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation

Accountancy, Computer Application Tech, IT & Computer Studies,Business Economics, Language other than English


TOTAL

NDip: Safety Management



43 or4

Max 313

Additional selectioncriteria:RPL:Age - older than 23years;Vocational experience;Relevanttraining/relatedqualification.

Safety ManagementFaculty of Human Sciences


National Diploma: Safety Management

(FullTime or PartTime - Evenings 18:00-22:00) 3Year Course

1. Admission Requirements


Second Year

Third Year

3. What are the duties of a person qualified in labour law?


Core SyllabiComputing

Human Rights Law

Introduction to the Theory of Law

Law of Civil Procedure

:

: Labour Law 1, Labour Relations 1, Work Integrated Learning, Introduction to

the Theory of Law, Language and Life Skills, Computing,: Labour Law 2, Labour Relations 2, Work Integrated Learning, Human

Resource Administration, Interpretation of Statutes, Law of Civil Procedure, Economics, ,Law of Evidence,

: Labour Law 3, Work Integrated Learning, Law of Alternative DisputeResolution, Law of Delict, Occupational Wellbeing, Organisational Behaviour Studies,Entrepreneurial Studies, Legal Ethics, Local Government Law.

To provide a labour advisory service to unions. Administer compensation and benefits.Render assistance to unions, CCMA, private practice and corporate, apply labour practicein the HR environment and participate in dispute settlement.

To pursue a career in Labour Law and Relations. The qualification will satisfy the nicheareas identified as gaps in Labour Law and can be applied by people that plan to practiceas labour brokers, human resource practitioners, union officials and labour officials.

: General introduction IT Background & Concepts, Basic use of thecomputer, Microsoft Word, Use of Worksheets, introduction to PowerPoint, The Internet.

: Historical Background, international context and constitutionalenvironment, Application, interpretation and Limitation of the Bill of Rights, VariousRights embodied in the Constitution, Non-judicial enforcement of human rights, Human

Rights Litigation.: What is the Law?, History of South African

Law, Sources, Classification of Law and perspectives on Law.: Introduction to the Law of Civil Procedure, Court Structure

and officers of the Courts, Jurisdiction of the Courts, The Action and

Law of Contract.

Human Rights Law.

ApplicationProcedures, Summons and Service, Pleadings, Trial process, Appeals and Reviews,Execution.

: Entrepreneurship defined, Creativity and innovation, Identificationand screening of business opportunities , Establishment of forms of ownership, Thebusiness plan, The strategic planning and the business, Entrepreneurship management,The financial plan, The marketing plan.

: Foundation and challenges of Human Resource

Management , management of diversity and regulatory challenges, informationtechnology in Human Resources HR planning, research and problem-solving, Evaluationof job design and job analysis, HR administration functions such as recruitment internalstaffing and career management issues learning and training process, performancemanagement and appraisal compensation and benefits

: Introduction, Common Law contract of employment, Basic Conditions

Entrepreneurship

Human Resource Administration

Labour Law 1.1

Subjects

NSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishOther Language

Mathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation


TOTAL

Dip. in Labour Law / Legal Assistance



5

33 or4

Max 312

Labour LawFaculty of Human Sciences


Diploma in Labour Law

3 Year Course


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of Employment Act, Employment Equity Act, The Unemployment Insurance Act,Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, Occupational Health andSafety Act, Skills Development Act

: Labour Relations Act, Collective Bargaining, Worker participation,Dismissals, Unfair Labour Practices, Dispute resolution, Strikes and Lock-outs

: Main topics to be covered: Concept of labour relations,uniqueness of labour relationship, interaction of parties to labour relationship,approaches to labour relationship, labour relations system, role of the state, historicaldevelopment of labour relations in SA, types of trade unions, trade union styles, aims

and objectives of trade unions, role, qualities, duties, power of shop stewards: Main topics to be covered: Policies and practices of trade

union federations, worker's charter, corporatism, importance, nature and scope of laboureconomics, functioning and characteristics of labour market, economic theory, law ofdemand and supply, labour market perfection, wages and employment level,productivity, labour market regulation, social plan, skills development.

: Main topics to be covered: Principles of industrial democracy,forms of worker participation, advantages and disadvantages of workers participation,workplace policies, role of labour relations manager, conflict management, workplaceforums, unfair dismissals, affirmative action, employment equity plans, industrialrelations systems.

: Main topics to be covered: Concept and contents ofnegotiations, variables that influence negotiations, qualities of a good negotiator,preparation for and conduct of negotiations, mediation, arbitration and conciliation,collective bargaining styles, forms and effect of industrial action

: Conflict and disputes. Conciliation andMediation. Arbitration. Dispute resolution by bargaining and statutory councils. Practiceand procedure.

: Introduction to law. Basic principles of contract. Specific businesscontracts.

: Introduction and history. Scope and function. Sources. Relevanceand Admissibility. Types of Evidence. O Specific Rules.

: Relationships with client. Relationships with other practitioners.

Relationships with the Court. Mistakes and Misapprehensions. Communicating andDrafting. Practice Management. Working in the Law. Miscellaneous: Aquilian action. Actio Injuriarum. Defences to an action for

defamation. Individuals right to fama.: Historical Background. Interpretation and application of Labour

Legislation. Dispute resolution.: Section 23 of the Constitution. Collective bargaining. Access to

social security. Limitation of rights.: Freedom of association. Collective bargaining. Strikes and Lock-

outs.: Dismissals. Unfair Labour Practices.

: Core concepts of organisational behaviour,

Organisational culture, ethics and diversity, Individual differences in the workplace,Motivation of the work force, Performance management of knowledge workers, Groupand team dynamics, and Communication in the information age, Power, empowermentand influence within the work context, Conflict management, Decision making,Leadership and fellowship, Stress management, Organisational structures and design,and Change and Innovation.

: Health and well-being within organisations, interventionsto improve worker health, factors influencing health and well-being, the relationshipbetween organisational health and antisocial work behaviour, Organisational employeesupport strategies, positive coping skills, mental health within the work context,workplace counselling, couching and mentoring, the management of HIV/AIDS in theworkplace, combating toxic work environments, the management of employeesuccess/failure, international strategies for employee wellbeing and health.

: Introduction. Writing skills. Research. Practical exercises.: Legislative Framework, Municipal Values, Financial

Systems, Systems and procedures, Communicating and Drafting, Delegations, HRManagement, Miscellaneous.

Labour Law 1.2

Labour Relations 1.1




Law of Alternative Dispute Resolution

Law of Contract

Law of Evidence

Legal Ethics

Law of Delict

Labour Law 2.1

Labour Law 2.2

Labour Law 3.1

Labour Law 3.2Organisational Behaviour Studies

Occupational Wellness

Language and Life SkillsLocal Government Law

Interpretation of Statutes

Economics

4. Enquiries

: Statutes, Functions of the courts, General rules ofinterpretation, Presumptions.

: Economics as a science, The economic problem, Economists analytical toolkit, Demand, Supply and Prices, Labour Market, Elasticity, Perfect Competition,Monopoly and imperfect competition.

Enquiries may be addressed to: Dr DJ JoubertHead of Department: Department of Legal Sciences

Vaal University of Technology, Private Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark 1900Tel: (016) 950-9891; Fax: 086 612 8476e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za


2. Curriculum

First year

Second Year

Third Year

3. What are the duties of a Legal Assistant?


Core SyllabiLanguage and Life SkillsLegal History

Mercantile Law 1.1

Legal Profession 1.1

Computing for Legal Assistance

: Legal Profession 1, Mercantile Law 1, Work Integrated Learning, Languageand Life Skills, Legal History, Computing, Introduction to the Theory of Law: Legal Profession 2, Mercantile Law 2, Criminal Law 1, Work Integrated

Learning, Human Rights Law, Law of Evidence, Law of Succession, Law of Contract: Legal Profession 3, Mercantile Law 3, Work Integrated Learning,

Interpretation of Statutes, Law of Civil Procedure, Law of Persons, Family Law, Law ofCriminal Procedure.

To provide a legal support service to practicing attorneys, advocates and legal advisors;Render service in Legal Aid Departments by giving legal advice and support to clients;Work in Police Departments by taking down witness statements; Provide support in theJustice Department and the court system; Provide professional and effective service tothe public.

To pursue a career in legal assistance. The qualification will satisfy the niche areasidentified as gaps in industry and can be applied by people that plan to practice asparalegals.

: Introduction, Writing skills, Research, Practical exercises.: SA Law in historical & comparative perspective, Law in a Subjective

Sense, Law in a Subjective Sense: Human Rights ,The Law in a Normative Sense.: Contract of Sale, Contract of Agency, Contract of Lease and

Occupancy, Law of Insolvency, Credit Agreements, Contract of Insurance.: Mistakes and Misapprehensions, Communicating and

Drafting, Practice Management, Working in the Law, Miscellaneous.: General introduction IT Background &

Concepts, Basic use of the computer, Microsoft Word, Use of Worksheets, Introduction toPowerPoint, The Internet.

Legal AssistanceFaculty of Human Sciences


Diploma in Legal Assistance

3 Year Course

Subjects

NSC EndorsementCompulsory SubjectsEnglishOther Language

Mathematics orMathematical LiteracyLife Orientation


TOTAL

Dip. in Labour Law / Legal Assistance



5

33 or4

Max 312


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Introduction to the Theory of Law

Mercantile Law 1.2Legal Profession 1.2

Human Rights Law 1


Law of Evidence

Mercantile Law 2.1

Criminal Law 1.1

Law of Succession

Administration of Deceased Estates

Mercantile Law 2.2

Criminal Law 1.2

Law of Contract

Law of Persons

: What is the Law?, History of South AfricanLaw, Sources of Law, Classification of the Law, Perspectives on Law.

: The law of Partnerships, Companies, Close Corporations.: Relationships with client, Relationship with the profession

and the community, Relationships with other practitioners; Relationships with the Court,Mistakes and Misapprehensions.

: Historical Background, International context andconstitutional environment, Application, Interpretation and Limitation of the Bill ofRights, Various rights embodied in the Constitution, Non-judicial enforcement of human

Rights, Human Rights Litigation.: Introduction, Ethics in relation to costs, Non-Litigious

matters, Civil Litigious matter, Bill of costs, Taxation.: Introduction and history, Scope and function, Sources, Relevance

and Admissibility, Types of Evidence, Onus and Burden of Proof, Specific Rules.: The company as separate legal entity, Shares and debentures,

Meetings of a company, Role and function of directors, Business rescue.: General Principles, Conduct, Definitional elements, Unlawfulness,

Culpability, Participation and accessory, Attempt, Conspiracy and Incitement.: Introduction, Intestate succession, Testate succession,

Testamentary capacity, Formalities of a will, Revocation of a will, Capacity to inherit,Administration of estates.

: Introduction, Executor's account,Administration of the deceased estates, Practical exercises.

: Introduction to intellectual property, Patents, Copyright, Trademarks, TRIPS Agreement.

: Specific Crimes, Crimes against the Person, Crimes relating toappropriation of Property, Fraud and related crimes, Offences relating to damage toproperty.

: Formation of a valid contract, Lawfulness of contract, Capacity tocontract, Serious intention, Offer and Acceptance of contract, Certainty of terms ofcontract, Reality of consent, Possibility of performance, Common contractual provisionsand third parties to a contract, Termination of contract and remedies.

: The concept of legal subjects, The beginning and end of legalpersonality, Status, Factors affecting status, Mental illness, Inability to manage own

affairs, Influence of alcohol and drugs, Prodigality, Insolvency.: Introduction to the Law of Civil Procedure, Court Structure

and officers of the Courts , Jurisdiction of the Courts, The Action and ApplicationProcedures, Summons and Service, Pleadings, Trial process, Appeals and Reviews,Execution.

: Introduction, The contract of employment, Statutory legislationgoverning conditions of employment in business, Maintaining discipline in theworkplace, Termination of employment, Resolving disputes over unfair dismissals,Fundamental rights and labour relations, Workers rights and collective labour law.

: Preparing to draft documents, correspondence, PracticeManagement, Research, Oral communication, Cross examination, Aims of cross-examination, Preparing for cross-examination.

: Statutes, Functions of the courts, General rules ofinterpretation, Presumptions.

: General concept of Criminal Procedure, Pre-trialProcedure, Rights of the accused, Preparation for trial, Trial procedure, Post- trialprocedure.

: Introduction, Types of unions, Divorce law, Family Law in Practice,Maintenance for a spouse, Maintenance for a minor.

: Copyright and the internet, Trade marks, domain names andmeta tags, Electronic transactions, Privacy and the internet, Freedom of expression andthe internet, Criminal law and the internet.

: Introduction, Legal Aid Policy, Legal Aid Procedure, Legal Aidin Criminal Matters, Rules relating to Legal Aid Matters.

: Introduction to taxation, Gross Income, Exempt income, FringeBenefits, Donations Tax, Estate Duty.

Enquiries may be addressed to: Dr DJ JoubertHead of Department: Department of Legal SciencesVaal University of TechnologyPrivate Bag X021, Vanderbijlpark 1900

Tel: (016) 950-9891; Fax: 086 612 8476e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]: www.vut.ac.za

Law of Civil Procedure

Mercantile Law 3.1

Legal Profession

Interpretation of Statutes

Law of Criminal Procedure

Family Law

Mercantile Law 3.2


Mercantile Law 3.3

5. Enquiries


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Vaal University of Technology


VUT

Major expenses for the year

Bursaries and Loans

NSFAS & Eduloan

Do I qualify and where and when do I apply for abursary or loan?

Application for Admission and Accommodation

Registration fee,Accommodation, Class / coursefees, Books, Pocket money, Transport to campus. Forcosts seeVUT website www.vut.ac.za (look under:

Study atVUT,Tuition fees & Study loans.)

Several bursaries and loans are available. Bursariesare awarded for academic, sporting and culturalachievements, as well as on the grounds of need.

All enquiries must be directed to: Financial AidBureau,Vaal University of Technology, Private BagX021,Vanderbijlpark 1900.Tel: (016) 950 9484,9972, 9486, 9485, 9571.

At Financial Aid office at VUT. They will offer advice

and assistance with loan applications.

Prospective students are advised to apply early in

the year preceding registration for admission to thecourse, and/or for hostel accommodation.Arrangements can be made to visit the campus inthis regard. Closing dates for admission and/or

accommodation applications are: 1st Semester 30November, 2nd Semester 30 May.

How to apply: See front page of application form orVUT website (www.vut.ac.za) click on Study atVUT and then Admissions and How to apply andthen on How to apply.

First Semester 30 October and Second Semester 15May.

Call Centre: 0861 861 888 or 0861 861 VUTApplications / Admissions enquiries:(016) 950-9276/9071

The Department of Co-operative Education assistsin experiential learning administration andplacements.Contact details: Tel: 016-950-9496, Fax:016-950-9759,

E-mail: [email protected]

The Institution makes every attempt toaccommodate students with disabilities.

International students:

Enquiries

Whilst every effort has been made to presentyou with the relevant information in thisbrochure, program offerings may be subject tochange in order to keep abreast with new

developments in the higher educationlandscape.The institution therefore reserves theright to unilaterally change or amend any of thecontent/structures contained herein.

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75%+

70%+

65%+

75%+

70%+

65%+

75%+

70%+

65%+

TOTAL

Criteria

Photography, Criminalistics, Police

Science, Fine Arts

Accounting

Accounting

Accounting

Other

Other

Other

Science, Engineering & Technology,

Bursary

R 15 000

R 12 000

R 10 000

R 10 000

R 6 000

R 4 000

R 7 500

R 5 000

R 3 000

2012 FINAL GRADE 12 RESULTS

Merit Award (Academic)

First years

Closing date: 31 January each year

human science booklet

Documents

Transcript of human science booklet