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BA (GENERAL)

pneucademy_ba_smallStudents that are interested in completing a general Bachelors of the Arts degree can now do so at Pneumatix. The qualification is taught over a three-year period and the qualification forms a spiritual, academic and professional foundation to practice in the church and professional sector. The degree can further lead to studies at post-graduate and doctoral levels.

The student interested in this degree can major in one of the following:

  • Education
  • Industrial Psychology
  • Communications
  • Sociology

This makes up the general framework for the degree and may create opportunities in the church, business, political and communications sectors.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

The entry level requirement for enrollment for the degree course is National Senior Certificate after 2008 and South African Senior Certificate with exemption/ endorsement prior to 2008. International students will be considered on individual merit and may be asked to complete additional requirements for admission to the course.

OUTLINE

Students who select this option can choose two main subjects from Industrial Psychology, Communication, Sociology and Education, which will be taken up to third year level. Students should also select another subject from Industrial Psychology, Communication, Sociology, Education and Psychology, which will be taken up to second year level. For the BA Degree (General) students cannot select Psychology as a third year level subject. Students who wish to select Psychology as a main subject should register for the BA Degree (Psychology).

EXPOSITION

Choose two Main Subjects from the following:

  1. Industrial Psychology
  2. Communication
  3. Sociology
  4. Education

Choose one 2nd Year Level Subject from the following: (Other than two main subjects)

  1. Industrial Psychology
  2. Communication
  3. Sociology
  4. Education
  5. Psychology

Notes:

  • Main subject: Subject taken up to the third year
  • 2nd year level subject: Subject taken up to the second year
  • C and D subject components are only applicable to the psychology subjects:
  • Psychology 1 is comprised of Psychology 1A, Christian Psychology 1C, Psychology 1B and Psychology 1D.
  • Psychology 2 is comprised of Psychology 2A, Christian Psychology 2C, Psychology 2B and Christian Psychology 2D.
  • Learners have to take all the A, B , C & D components

FIRST YEAR

  1. 1st main subject 1A & 1B
  2. 2nd main subject 1A & 1B
  3. 2nd year level subject 1A (& 1C) & 1B (& 1D)
  4. English 1A & 1B (compulsory)
  5. Biblical Studies 1A & 1B (compulsory)

SECOND YEAR

  1. 1st main subject 2A & 2B
  2. 2nd main subject 2A & 2B
  3. 2nd year level subject 2A (& 2C) & 2B (& 2D)
  4. Christian Ethics 2A & 2B (compulsory)

THIRD YEAR

  1. 1st main subject 3A & 3B
  2. 2nd main subject 3A & 3B
  3. Statistical and Research Methods 3A & 3B

First Year Students

Psychology 1A

  1. History of Psychology
  • Early Greek Influences and Hellenistic Philosophy
  • Empiricism, Sensationalism and Positivism
  • Rationalism
  • Romanticism and Existentialism
  • Postmodernism
  • Volunteerism, Structuralism and Functionalism
  • Behaviorism, Psychoanalysis, Gestalt Psychology and Humanism
  • Contemporary Trends in Psychology
  1. Introduction to Research Methodology in Psychology

Psychology 1B

  1. Contextual Psychology
  • Biological Context
  • Intrapsychic Context
  • Interpersonal Context
  • Social Context
  • Spiritual Context

Industrial Psychology 1A

  1. Introduction to Industrial Psychology
  2. The Individual in the Organization
  3. Organizational Processes and Dynamics
  4. Groups in Organization
  5. Faith Praxis Integration in Industrial

Industrial Psychology B

  1. Leadership in Organizations
  2. The HR Department in the Organization
  3. Introduction to Ergonomics

Communication 1A

  1. Introduction to Human Communication
  2. Verbal Communication
  3. Non-Verbal Communication

Communication 1B

  1. Intrapersonal Communication
  2. Interpersonal Communication
  3. Small Group Communication
  4. Organizational Communication

Sociology 1A

  1. Introduction to Sociology
  2. Social Influences: Culture and Society
  3. Social Influences: Socialization
  4. Social Inequality: Gender stratification
  5. Christian Perspective on Sociology

Sociology 1B

  1. Social Inequality: Structures and Powers
  2. Social Structures: Kinship, Marriage and Family
  3. Social Institutions: Education
  4. A Christian Perspective on Sociology
  5. A Changing World: A Changing City

English 1A

  1. The English Language
  2. Reading Skills
  3. Academic Writing Skills
  4. Business Writing Skills

English 1B

  1. Introduction to Film Analysis
  2. Introduction to Literature: Novels, Plays and Poetry

Biblical Studies 1A

  1. The Authority of the Bible
  2. The New Testament

Biblical Studies 1B

  1. Exegesis (Bible Interpretation)

Second Year Students

Psychology 2A

  1. Personality Psychology
  • Basic Concepts
  • Personality Theories
  • Trait Theories
  • Psychological and Neo-Psychological Theories
  • Cognitive Behavioural Theories
  • Humanistic and Existential Theories
  • Postmodern Approaches

Psychology 2B

  1. Social Psychology
  • The Field of Social Psychology
  • Social Cognition
  • Social Perception
  • Attitudes
  • Aspects of Social Identity
  • Prejudice
  • Interpersonal Attraction
  • Close Relationships
  • Social Influence
  • Prosocial Behavior
  • Aggression
  • Groups and Individuals

Industrial Psychology 2A

  1. Recruiting and Selecting Potential Employers
  2. Training and Development
  3. Labour Relations in South Africa

Industrial Psychology 2B

  1. Remunerating Employees
  2. Christian Industrial Psychology
  3. A Christian HRM Model

Communication 2A

  1. Mass Communication
  2. Persuasive Communication
  3. Public Speaking
  4. Health Communication

Sociology 2A

  1. Sociology and Health
  2. Crime and Deviance

Sociology 2B

  1. Sociology and Religion
  2. Mass Media and Society
  3. Race and Ethnicity

Christian Ethics 2A

  1. 1.Introduction to Christian Ethics
  2. 2.Abortion
  3. 3.Euthanasia
  4. 4.Capital Punishment

Christian ethics 2B

  1. Animal Rights
  2. Homosexuality
  3. Biomedical Issues
  4. War

Third Year Students

Industrial Psychology 3A

  1. Affirmative Action
  2. Career Management
  3. A Practical Approach to Career
  4. Management

Industrial Psychology 3B

  1. Integration of Industrial Psychology with the Christian Belief System
  2. Group Dynamics in the Workplace

Sociology 3A

  1. Development Studies
  2. Community Development

Sociology 3B

  1. The Sociological Study of Work and Society
  2. Groups in Society

Communication 3A

  1. Mass Media Theory
  2. Media and Culture

Communication 3B

  1. Media and the Production of Meaning
  2. Text Analysis
  3. Event Management and Public Relations

Statistical and Research Methods 3A

  1. Statistical Methods
  • Introduction to Statistical Methods
  • Variability, Distribution, Probability and Hypothesis
  • Correlation, Regression and Chi-Square

Statistical and Research Methods 3B

  1. Writing and Evaluation of research proposals

Pneumatix presents 9 hours of tutorial classes per subject in addition to compulsory partnership tutorial classes. Students are required to predominantly rely on self-study and not lecture style schooling to complete coursework.

DURATION OF COURSE

3 Years

LEVEL OF QUALIFICATION

BA (General) NQF Level 6

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

Own computer or laptop

COURSE INCLUDES

Note that the study material including study letters, study manuals and DVDs are included in the course fees. The course fee excludes any additional tests and/or subject fees as needed or required for admission and/or the completion of the course.

COURSE EXCLUDES

The course fee excludes any additional tests and/or subject fees (including textbooks) as needed or required for admission and/or the completion of the course.

POSSIBLE JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Industrial Psychology

  • Human Resources Manager
  • Industrial Relations Specialist
  • Change Management Consultant
  • Labour Relations Consultant

Communication

  • Advertising and Marketing Executives/Managers
  • Public Relations Officer/Managers
  • Careers in Media or Publishing

STATUTORY NOTICES

Pneumatix presents 9 hours of tutorial classes per subject in addition to compulsory partnership tutorial classes.  Students are required to predominantly rely on self-study and not lecture style schooling to complete coursework.

The BA (General) Degree is presented in partnership with the Institute of Christian Psychology. The Institute of Christian Psychology is a site of delivery of Die Afrikaanse Protestantse Akademie (Association incorporated under Section 21), which is registered with the South African Department of Education as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (Registration Certificate No. 1999/HE08/001) for the BA and B Psych degrees.

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