INDIGENOUS LANGUAGES MODULES

 

(NB: Indigenous Languages as the 13 captured in Constitution)

 

Indigenous Languages Modules

 

Level 1 Semester 1

Code Modules Description Credits

AEIL131 Morphology and Syntax in Indigenous Languages 12

AEIL132 Developments in Zimbabwe Indigenous Languages

Orthographies 12

 

Level 1 Semester 2

AEIL133 Theories of Literature and Criticism 12

AEIL134 Children’s Literature 12

AEIL135 Basics in Language Structure 12

 

Level 2 Semester 1

AEIL231 African Oral Literature and Philosophy 12

AEIL232 Speech Styles and their Social Context 12

AEIL311 Applied Indigenous Languages Education 12

 

Level 2 Semester 2

AEIL233 Trends in Contemporary Poetry in Zimbabwe Indigenous

Languages 12

AEIL234 Trends in Contemporary Zimbabwean Dramatic Plays

in Indigenous Languages 12

 

Level 4 Semester 1

AEIL431 Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Sustainable Development 12

AEIL432 Dialectology 12

 

 

Level 4 Semester 2

AEIL433 Language, Culture and Development 12

AEIL434 Trends in Contemporary Novel in Zimbabwe Indigenous

Languages 12

 

MODULE SYNOPSES

AEIL131 Morphology and Syntax in Indigenous Languages

This module introduces the student to the basics of the linguistic structures of indigenous languages. Its main focus is on the morpheme as the smallest meaningful grammatical unit in a linguistic structure and how it builds into lexical items, phrases and sentences when Zimbabweans use language on a daily basis. The module also introduces the different syntax mapping theories.

AEIL132 Developments in Zimbabwe Indigenous Languages Orthographies

This module introduces the theories and principles of orthography building before it embarks on a diachronic study of the developments in Zimbabwe’s indigenous language orthographies. In the process, the module exposes and evaluates the roles different stakeholders in language choice and use have played in the building of orthographies for officially recognised Zimbabwe indigenous languages.

AEIL133 Theories of Literature and Criticism

This module introduces the theoretical approaches that can be employed in literary exegesis. In the process, it studies both Western-oriented and African-centred theories of literature. In that way, it exposes the student-teacher to the diversity and richness of indigenous and exotic Africa’s theoretical heritages. The major thrust of the module helps the student to master the approaches and to use them to carry out practical and critical appreciation of Zimbabwean literature in indigenous languages.  

AEIL134 Children’s Literature

This module introduces children’s literature.  And exposes the student-teacher to the major characteristics of the literature in question and to the art and process of producing it.  The module introduces theories of cognitive development, psycho-social development moral judgement and approaches to bringing up children in Africa as critical canons for creating, studying and understanding children’s literature.

AEIL135 Basics in Language Structure

This is a bridging module that introduces students to basic concepts in word, phrase and sentence building in indigenous Zimbabwean languages. It aims at acquainting students of African Languages with aspects such as the class system of the languages that will be studied and with other components that relate to the linguistic structure of those languages. The module focuses on the substantial, verbal and ideophonic hierarchies of the indigenous languages that will be on offer.

 

AEIL232 Speech Styles and their Social Context

This module is about language and the situation in which it operates.  It deals with general aspects of communicative competence and styles of speech as they apply to the Zimbabwean community.  The module covers speech community, speech repertoire, social dialects, registers, and styles, through rules governing discourse, age and sex as determinants in language, religious language and language in joking and restrained relationships.

AEIL311 Applied Indigenous Languages Education

The module introduces the students to the theoretical and practical aspects of teaching Indigenous Languages, with a particular focus on the officially recognised indigenous languages. The module covers syllabus interpretation, scheming and planning, methods of teaching Indigenous Languages and how to conduct assessment in Indigenous Languages. The module also prepares the student for teaching practice.

 

AEIL233 Trends in Contemporary Poetry in Zimbabwe Indigenous Languages

 This module uses selected poetry anthologies to make an in-depth study of oral and written African poetry as a type of creative art. Major poets and texts representative of their works are looked at. The focus is on the style, themes, contexts and characteristics of each poetic genre etc. The functions of poetry are considered from the point of view of the historical development of society.

 

AEIL234 Trends in Contemporary Zimbabwean Dramatic Plays in Indigenous Languages

This module deals with the study of dramatic plays. It calls for the need to pay attention to the study of the background of African drama and to appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of the genre. The student is acquainted with the different forms of African drama, how it is rooted in African tradition and culture, and how it is modified by contemporary demands.

AEIL431 Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Sustainable Development

Heritage and culture, need to be properly managed with the view to preserving them for posterity. The essence of this module is to raise awareness among the students about the need to ensure the utilisation of cultural heritage in the development of the people’s socio-economic conditions in a sustainable way.

AEIL432 Dialectology

The module seeks to provide the student with some knowledge of dialects of Zimbabwe’s indigenous languages and how the different dialects of a language are related to each other. The module helps students to appreciate arguments raised concerning standard language and how it is attained. The focus shall be placed on the main dialects of officially recognised Indigenous Languages of Zimbabwe.   

AEIL433 Language, Culture and Development

This module introduces theoretical approaches to the study of language and its relationship to culture and development. In the process, the module surveys perspectives in the study of culture and their relationship to development in its different facets. The module makes sure student-teachers acquire know-how and know-what in the relationship that exists between language and culture

AEIL434 Trends in Contemporary Novel in Zimbabwe Indigenous Languages

This module is guided by the principle of sitz im leben (setting in life). The module aids the student-teacher to embark on a diachronic study of the development of the Zimbabwean novel in indigenous languages from the 1950s. The module also upholds the dialectics of form and content in its study of the novel.

 

HISTORY AND HERITAGE STUDIES MODULES

 

History and Heritage Studies Modules

 

Level 1 Semester 1

Code Modules Description Credits

AEHI131 History of Zimbabwe to 1890 12

AEHI132 History of Zimbabwe since 1890 12

 

 

Level 1 Semester 2

AEHI133 Issues in African History to Colonial Rule 12

AEHI134 African Nationalism from the pre- to post-Independence era 12

 

Level 2 Semester 1

AEHI231 Africa in the 21st Century 12

AEHI338 Applied History and Heritage Studies Education 12

 

Level 2 Semester 2

AEHI232 Constitutionalism, Human Rights and Democracy in Africa 12

AEHI23 Cultural Heritage, Indigenous Knowledge Systems

and African Civilisations 12

 

Level 4 Semester 1

AEHI234 Religion and Society in Africa 12

AEHI432 Europe 1800-1945 12

 

 

Level 4 Semester 2

AEHI433 Regional and International Co-operation 12

AEHI434 World Revolutions since 1917 12

 

 

MODULE SYNOPSES

AEHI131 History of Zimbabwe to 1890

This module is a survey of Zimbabwe’s social and economic developments since the Early Iron Age and then examines the origins and socio-economic structure of the early and later Shona states and ends with a discussion of Nguni conquests of the 19th century and the period of Treaties and Concessions with white settlers.

 

AEHI132 History of Zimbabwe since 1890

The module covers the colonial administration in Rhodesia, Company rule, Responsible government and the colonial administration after UDI, the rise of mass nationalism, early recruitment and training of freedom fighters, and phases of the armed struggle to independence. The module also addresses post-independence developments in Zimbabwe, focusing on social, political and economic policies.

 

AEHI133 Issues in African History to Colonial Rule

The module covers African cultural heritage norms and values, state formation, long-distance trade, mercantile capital, slave trade, European imperialism, colonial administrative systems, colonial development policies and African reactions, the impact of Christianity and Western education, growth of African nationalism and the struggles for independence.

 

AEHI134 African Nationalism from the pre- to post-Independence era

The module covers Pan-Africanist Movements and the rise of mass nationalism in Africa. Modes and phases of armed struggle to the gaining of independence are considered. The module also embraces post-independence developments in Africa, focusing on social, political and economic policies.

 

AEHI231 Africa in the 21st Century

This module examines the dynamics of African politics and economies since the attainment of independence, focusing specifically on development strategies, economic and political challenges and possible solutions to the various problems encountered by the post-colonial African state.

 

AEHI232 Constitutionalism, Human Rights and Democracy in Africa

The module seeks to examine theories and practices of constitutionalism in different African countries. The module also makes conceptual and normative inquiries into linkages between constitutionalism, the concept of human rights, the rule of law and democracy.

 

AEHI338 Applied History and Heritage Studies Education

The module exposes students to various views and perceptions on the nature of History as distinct from Heritage Studies, and implications for teaching and learning the two learning areas. The module focuses on syllabus interpretation and breaking down content into schemes of work and lesson planning, the designing of teaching and learning materials, management of a variety of teaching and learning situations in History and Heritage Studies

 

AEHI233 Cultural Heritage, Indigenous Knowledge Systems and African Civilisations

The module addresses ancient civilisation in Africa, Egypt in particular. Issues considered include science, religion, development of writing and architecture. The module adopts an Afro-optimistic approach with the objective of reviving marginalised indigenous knowledge. Issues of sustainability, intellectual property rights and their implications with respect to IKS are considered for purposes of protecting local knowledge systems from capitalist exploitative interest.

 

AEHI234 Religion and Society in Africa

The module examines the relationship between religious and political/social developments in Africa by way of concrete regional examples from the pre-colonial era to the present, thereby carving out historical continuities and contingencies as well as regional commonalities and differences. The module covers aspects of Indigenous Religion, Christianity and Islam among others.

 

AEHI432 Europe 1800-1945

The module covers Europe’s political organisation, the economy before 1914, nationalism, the spread of formal democracy, the setting of international relations, international relations between 1901 and 1914, the Great War, The Peace Conference and the treaties, economic maladjustments, democracy between the wars, totalitarianism and dictatorship, social and cultural change 1918-1939, the approach to the Second World War and Europe and the Second World War.

 

AEHI433 Regional and International Co-operation

The module examines the history of regional integration in Africa The module’s scope covers various socio-economic, developmental and political considerations, including the promotion of intra-regional trade, socio-economic policy coordination, and management or development of shared physical infrastructure and the environment. The effects of globalisation towards reshaping global-state-society relations are considered.

 

AEHI434 World Revolutions Since 1917

The module covers the Russian, Chinese and Cuban Revolutions, origins, trends and international implications on political ideologies.

 

FAMILY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES MODULES

 

Family and Religious Studies Modules

 

Level 1 Semester 1

Level Modules Description Credits

AERS131 Jesus and the New Testament 12

AERS132 Introduction to the Old Testament 12

AERS133 Introduction to Religious Studies and World Religions 12

 

Level 1 Semester 2

AERS134 Introduction to African Traditional Religions 12

AERS135 Pauline Writings 12

 

Level 2 Semester 1

AERS231 Religion and Development 12

AERS232 Religion and Gender 12

AERS313 Applied Family and Religious Studies Education 12

 

Level 2 Semester 2

AERS233 Religion and Spiritual Well-Being 12

AERS234 Religion and Disability 12

 

Level 4 Semester 1

AERS431 Religious Perspective on Sexuality, Marriage and Family 12

AERS432 Prophets and Prophetic Writings 12

 

 

Level 4 Semester 2

AERS433 Human Rights and Social Justice 12

AERS434 Religion, Peace and Security 12

 

MODULE SYNOPSES

 

AERS131 Jesus and the New Testament

The module introduces students to the study of the New Testament, its social, religious and literary settings including the canonisation of the New Testament. The module also focuses on critical approaches to the New Testament.

 

AERS132 Introduction to the Old Testament

The module introduces students to the study of the Old Testament; its social, religious and literary settings, including the canon of the Bible. The module focuses on equipping students with tools for biblical interpretation and the ability to analyse relevant texts in light of contemporary religious development in Africa.

 

AERS133 Introduction to Religious Studies and World Religions

The module examines the various theories and underlying concepts in the study of the beliefs and practices of such world religions as Religions of Africa, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism and Islam. This helps students to appreciate and understand other religions while getting to know their religion better.

 

AERS134 Introduction to African Traditional Religions

The module discusses the understanding and development of African Traditional Religions. The module focuses on the indigenous religion in relation to marriage, gender relations, land, natural environment, health and politics.

 

AERS135 Pauline Writings

The module examines Pauline Literature in the context of marriage, enterprising, gender relations and politics.

 

AERS231 Religion and Development

The module addresses major themes in development discourses such as the global millennium goals, including globalisation and its impact on the development of poor societies of the world, gender equity; notions of democracy; good governance and human rights; health; the environment and community development in the context of Judaism, Christianity, Indigenous Religion and Islam.

 

AERS232 Religion and Gender

The module focuses on gender concepts, the theology of feminism as well as various roles and the status of women in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam and in the African context. Topics to be covered include the role of women, ordination of women, impact of education and urbanisation, women’s struggle for emancipation and participation in religious life.

 

AERS313 Applied Family and Religious Studies Education

The module covers a variety of interactive Religious Studies teaching and learning strategies and builds awareness of requisite skills to acquire and develop resources which facilitate effective teaching and learning of the subject.

 

AERS233 Religion and Spiritual Well-Being

The module focuses on the role of religion in health and well-being. It develops awareness of a broad, research-based, critical understanding of the special place of religion in health and well-being issues, relationships between social capital and health, and relationships between religion, economic and material environment, public services and positive community well-being.

 

AERS234 Religion and Disability

The aim of the module is to introduce the study of Disability from a religious perspective. The module investigates how disability is interconnected with issues such as stigma, gender, social exclusion, social movements, globalisation, war and conflict through skill-building, independent research, writing and presentations

 

AERS431 Religious Perspective on Sexuality, Marriage and Family

The module discusses and reflects on sexuality, marriage and family drawing examples from different religions while reflecting on contemporary writings. The module covers related subjects such as premarital sex, sexuality and human development, marriage preparation, homosexuality, pornography, polygamy or extramarital affairs, faithfulness, and divorce.

 

AERS432 Prophets and Prophetic Writings

This module examines the phenomenon of Israelite prophecy as one of the key factors in the maintenance of the religious faith in ancient Israel. The non-literary prophets of the historical books of the Bible and their various roles are examined. A further look shall be made on the literary prophets of both the northern and southern kingdoms paying particular attention to the literary features and major themes of their books.  The module closes with perspectives on the exile as reflected in Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Second Isaiah.

AERS433 Human Rights and Social Justice

This module is an introduction to the human rights and social justice perspectives and how they intersect with social work values, ethics and practice in local and global contexts. A practice framework that integrates a human rights perspective which promotes the dignity, respect, and well-being of all persons with a social justice perspective which seeks to understand, challenge, and combat oppression, unequal access to resources, and social inequities are discussed .

 

AERS434 Religion, Peace and Security

The module looks at aspects of peace building, conflict transformation, post-war reconstruction, mediation, rehabilitation, reconciliation and healing and people-centred participatory development from the angle of four religions namely: Christianity, Indigenous, Islam and Judaism.

 

THEATRE ARTS

 

Theatre Arts Modules

 

Level 1 Semester 1

Code Modules Description Credits

AETA131 History of Theatre and Cultural Dimensions 12

AETA132 Theatre Technology and Design 12

 

Level 1 Semester 2

AETA133 Arts Management (Enterprise Skills) 12

AETA134 Contemporary Theatre Genres 12

Level 2 Semester 1

AETA231 Creative Processes and Performance 12

AETA232 Aesthetic Values and Performance Criticism 12

AETA233 Applied Theatre Arts Education 12

 

Level 2 Semester 2

AETA234 Theories and Ideology in Theatre Arts 12

AETA235 Film and Video Production in Theatre Arts 12

 

Level 4 Semester 1

AETA431 Radio Drama 12

AETA432 Adaptation 12

 

Level 4 Semester 2

AETA433 Play Production 12

AETA434 Literary Appreciation of Drama 12

 

 

Module Synopses

AETA131 History of Theatre and Cultural Dimensions

This module surveys the history of theatre arts in Zimbabwe and Southern Africa, Africa as well as African-Caribbean and World Theatre. The module explores the cultural functions of theatre arts. It covers theatre and performance styles in Zimbabwe, Southern Africa and the world.

 

AETA132 Theatre Technology and Design

The module covers the technical aspects of theatre arts such as the use of the various technologies and designs used in theatre arts. Technical design projects are also given attention. Conceptual design sketches, conceptual design models and design portfolios are discussed. The module has a multimedia approach to theatre arts covering a wide range of aspects such as audio-visual effects, filming and photography, scenography, stage/set design, costume design, puppetry and make-up.

 

AETA133 Arts Management (Enterprise Skills)

This entrepreneurial module develops awareness in theatre administration, arts project planning and management (including implementation), structures and styles of management, enterprise skills, business models, monitoring and evaluation, project proposal writing events planning, management and health and performance. The legal aspect of theatre arts students may be required to write an arts management portfolio.

 

AETA134 Contemporary Theatre Genres

This module covers modern genres of theatre such as physical theatre, musical theatre, commercial theatre, applied theatre, community theatre, theatre for development and performance poetry among others.

 

AETA231 Creative Processes and Performance

The module covers core theatre arts skills. Focus is on script writing, acting, directing, stage management and performance Designing creative portfolios is covered.

 

AETA232 Aesthetic Values and Performance Criticism

The module enables students to critique drama texts and theatre arts performances for sensitising them to the entire spectrum of theatre arts performance. Aspects covered include performance criticism, attachment of meaning, characterization, dialogue, symbolic impressions, performance and aesthetic and elements of production and performance criticism portfolio.

 

AETA233 Applied Theatre Arts Education

The module develops pedagogical competencies in Theatre Arts, as well as knowledge of the curriculum and its interpretation. Students learn about the theories of Theatre Arts and their implications for classroom practices.

 

AETA234 Theories and Ideology in Theatre Arts

The module covers the theoretical and ideological aspects of theatre arts for the purpose of sensitising the students to the role of ideology in the entire spectrum of theatre arts from production to analysis. A wide range of theories shall be covered from Marxism, nationalism, surrealism, and feminism among others.

 

AETA235 Film and Video Production in Theatre Arts

This is a practical module which covers the audio-visual capturing of stage performances for posterity. Camerawork, video editing and sound editing are taught.

 

AETA431 Radio Drama

This is a practical module which develops skills in performing theatre arts productions for radio. While the students are equipped with the theoretical foundation of production for radio, the examination is a practical production for radio.

 

AETA432 Adaptation

 The module covers the adaption of drama texts into stage performance, how to adapt a novel into a stage production and a film into a stage production as well as to adapt a stage production into a film. Adaptation of drama texts, novels, films and stage productions into poetry is taught. Basic aspects of translation are covered.

 

AETA433 Play Production

This is a practical module in which the students are required to stage a practical stage production. Skills already taught in foundational modules such as scriptwriting, directing, set design, costume and make-up, acting, stage management as well as theatre design and technology are examined.

 

AETA434 Literary Appreciation of Drama

This is a module which develops the critical skills of analysing drama texts. It covers aspects such as themes and issues, characterisation, language and style. Literary texts shall be from Zimbabwe, Southern Africa, Africa and other continents. The texts shall cover different epochs.

 

MUSIC AND DANCE

 

Music and Dance Modules

Level 1 Semester 1

Code Modules Description Credits

AEMD131 Interpretation of Indigenous Musical Arts and Dance 12

AEMD132 Dance as a Historical, Social, Cultural, Indigenous and

Ritualistic Art 12

AEMD133 Social, Environmental, Cultural and Historical influences

in Indigenous Music and Dance 12

 

Level 1 Semester 2

AEMD134 Zimbabwe Musical Arts and Dance Heritage 12

AEMD135 Theory of Music 12

 

Level 2 Semester 1

AEMD231 Performance Proficiency (Marimba and Recorder) 12

AEMD232 Performance Proficiency (Guitar and keyboard) 12

AEMD233 Applied Music and Dance Education 12

 

Level 2 Semester 2

AEMD234 Performance Proficiency (Voice and Mbira) 12

AEMD235 Music and Dance Video Documentation 12

 

 

Level 4 Semester 1

AEMD431 Zimbabwe Popular Music and Dance Studies 12

AEMD432 Studio Design and Set Up 12

 

Level 4 Semester 2

AEMD433 Introduction to Music Technology and Multimedia 12

Designs in Musical Arts 12

AEMD434 History of Western Music 12

 

 

MODULE SYNOPSES

AEMD131 Interpretation of Indigenous Musical Arts and Dance

The module seeks to discern the indigenous knowledge systems and the role played by music and dance. Ways of interpreting indigenous musical arts are discussed.  

AEMD132 Dance as a Historical, Social, Cultural, Indigenous and Ritualistic Art

The module covers dance as it relates to historical, social and cultural aspects of society as a way of capturing the fears and aspirations of society explaining who dances, why they dance when and where the dances are performed.  Students describe the music that is compatible with the dance types. The module also covers the practical aspects of dance.

 

AEMD133 Social, Environmental, Cultural and Historical Influences in Indigenous Music and Dance

Indigenous music and Dance are essential elements of cultural heritage, that provide an important manifestation of a nation’s philosophy, The module covers the social, environmental, cultural and historical influences of Indigenous music and Dance. The module also exposes the connections to the fields of cultural anthropology, ethnology, and ethnomusicology.

AEMD134 Zimbabwe Musical Arts and Dance Heritage

Dance and music cannot be separated and this module seeks to analyse the interplay between music and dance. Traditional instruments and their variations are looked at including the dance types that are compatible with the instruments. Music genres in Zimbabwe are discussed. The relationship between music dance and theatre are examined.  

AEMD135 Theory of Music

The module is intended to develop fundamental knowledge and skills to practically interpret and write notations in relation to music in terms of its rhythm, pitch, scales and keys up to seven sharps and seven flats. The module also explores concepts related to musical space, including intervals, triads and chords.

AEMD231 Performance Proficiency (Marimba and Recorder)

The module introduces the background fundamental knowledge and manipulative skills of the mentioned instruments.  The study entails the historical development, playing technique, tuning, structure, care, storage and maintenance of the instruments. Proficiency in practical performance in the instruments is examined.

AEMD232 Performance Proficiency (Guitar and keyboard)

The module introduces students to the background and fundamental knowledge and manipulative skills of the mentioned instruments.  The study entails analysing the historical development, playing technique, tuning, structure, care, storage and maintenance of the instruments. Proficiency in practical performance in the instruments is examined.

AEMD233 Applied Music and Dance Education

The module covers the following aspects of the pedagogy of Music and Dance: syllabus interpretation; scheming and planning; teaching and learning media; methods of teaching; contemporary and curriculum issues in Music and Dance; and assessment and evaluation.

 

AEMD234 Performance Proficiency (Voice and Mbira)

The module introduces the background fundamental knowledge and manipulative skills of the mentioned instruments.  The study entails analysing the historical development, playing technique, tuning, structure, care, storage and maintenance of the instruments. The candidates shall demonstrate proficiency in the practical performance of the instruments.

AEMD235 Music and Dance Video DocumentationThe study involves basic principles for music and dance videos, camera usage and techniques for production, and the creation of footage for television broadcasts. Students undertake projects to produce adverts, short video diaries and documentaries for commercial television broadcasts.

AEMD431 Zimbabwe Popular Music and Dance Studies

This module aims to trace the birth, history and development of popular music and dance and how this influences popular music in Zimbabwe. Students also analyse different styles in Western, African and Zimbabwean forms and characteristics of popular music and dance.

AEMD432 Studio Design and Set UpThe module covers the principles of designing recording studios. Students are tasked to experiment, explore and create their own studio designs and setups. Candidates defend their designs as they are subjected to current industry standard practices for commercial music recording for various genres.

AEMD433 Introduction to Music Technology and Multimedia Designs in Musical Arts

The module introduces the essential elements of music technology for today’s musicians. It provides an overview of the fundamental principles and practices, hardware and software programmes, and seeks to help students adapt new music technologies to apply these in multimedia designs.

AEMD434 History of Western Music

The module seeks to give students a broad overview of Western music from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century. Focus is on the composers, their music and its application to music composition.