Learners will have a broad knowledge base, with depth in a selected range of areas. Total credits required. Minimum credits required at specific levels or maximum credits where these exceed the minima specified in regulation 8 or 9. 120 credits at level 6. 8. Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved. Assessment procedures adhere to Rhodes University Assessment Policy.
Assessment entails three elements.
The course work on which continuous assessment is based includes work done individually and in groups, and may consist of combinations of tests, essays, practical reports and seminars. Learners with an Bachelors degree may be admitted to the diploma provided they have not majored in Linguistics. The diploma leads to further study at a postgraduate level in English Language Teaching or in Education. Criteria for the registration of assessors. Academic staff of Rhodes University will be used as assessors.