Demonstrate knowledge of the field of cultural studies appropriate for the particular exit level;
Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of specific areas of inquiry in the programme;
Understand the interrelationships amongst various areas of the field;
Analyse data appropriate to cultural and media studies;
Grasp the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of the various areas of study;
Demonstrate knowledge of current critical debates;
Construct a sustained argument, formulate questions and work towards solutions;
Demonstrate command of the conceptual discourse of the field;
Locate cultural studies within the social and historical context of South Africa and the global order;
Understand the nature and effects of linguistic diversity;
Demonstrate a capacity for individual study;
Work efficiently within groups;
Present findings both orally and in writing;
Demonstrate a command of academic English at an appropriate level;
Demonstrate familiarity with information technology at an appropriate level;
Carry out a substantial independent research project conforming to acknowledged scholarly protocols.
Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved:
The University of Natal is currently reforming its assessment strategies to include the assessment of applied competence for each qualification. In the meantime, a combination of continuous assessment and traditional written examinations serve to assess the integration of all/most of the learning outcomes for each module in a qualification.
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