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1. Educational Aid: These study notes are designed to serve as educational aids and should not be considered as a
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UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
May/June 2023
PSC2601
South African Politics
Total Marks: 100 Duration: 4 hours
Lecturer: Mrs S Solomon
Second Examiner: Mrs M Ntsoane
This paper consists of thirteen (13) pages.
Instructions:
You have a maximum of (4 hours) to write this Take-Home examination starting at 8:00 AM on Monday
29 May 2023 and ending at 12:00 (noon).
This question paper consists of two sections: Section A and Section B.
Answer ALL questions in Section A and Section B.
You are required to provide only the answer and no discussion on the relevant question number, e.g.
(1b).
You are allowed to access your study material. However, you are not allowed to copy verbatim from
your study material or any other source. ALL sources must be acknowledged with an in-text reference.
You do not have to submit a bibliography. You must write answers in your own words.
Please take note of the following:
1. Download the attached question paper.
2. Type your answers in Microsoft Word and save your file using your student number as a PDF file.
3. Handwritten scripts should be scanned and converted to PDF format.
4. Please PREVIEW your file before submitting.
5. Upload your examination script as a SINGLE PDF-FILE. Kindly note that you will only be able to
upload a PDF document.
6. Your PDF-file may NOT be password protected. (If you submit a password-protected PDF-file
your exam cannot be marked.
7. You will NOT be permitted to email exam papers to the examiner).
8. Take note of the time of submission. NO LATE EXAMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9. Please ensure that you have completed the Honesty Declaration stating that you have worked on
your own and that no person assisted you. If you do not select this option, you will not be able to
submit your answer file.
10. Plagiarism is not permitted.
Good luck. You got this!
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PSC2601
Date: 29 May 2023
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DAY OF ASSESSMENT:
Ensure that you are connected to the internet in order to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR
Code.
If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the Exam Access Code
below the QR code to start the invigilation.
Unless otherwise specified by your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once. If your
assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the invigilation until
your entire assessment has been completed.
Only scan the QR code when the assessment formally commences.
The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be scanned as soon as
possible to start the invigilation.
One the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume Is turned up and place your smartphone next
to you. The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you are required to action a
request, which you should then perform.
We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
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If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the ‘Access
Exam’ button in the top right corner of your app.
Keep the Invigilator App open on your cell phone for the full duration of the assessment. You are not
allowed to minimise or leave the app.
Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to commence the invigilation as well as at the end of
the assessment. No internet connection is required during the assessment.
You have to adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution as the time
displayed in the Invigilator App could differ from the time allocated to complete your assessment.
You can click the "Finish Assessment" button in the app if you finish your assessment early.
If you are performing a written or Scan-and-Upload assessment:
The Invigilator App may request you to take a picture of every page of your answer sheet at the end of
the assessment. Unless otherwise specified by your institution, this does NOT replace the normal
upload of your script to your institutions online portal.
After completing invigilation and following all app instructions, you must upload your Invigilation App
data. If however there is a delay in the upload of the app data at the end of the assessment, you should
prioritise the upload of your script to your university portal and you can temporarily minimise the app
to do so. Uploading of app data is not time sensitive and you can come back and do it after you have
successfully uploaded your script to the exam portal.
Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp The Invigilator Helpdesk on 073 505
8273
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EXAM PACK
Recent exam questions and answers
Summarised study notes
Exam tips and guidelines
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
1. Educational Aid: These study notes are designed to serve as educational aids and should not be considered as a
substitute for individual research, critical thinking, or professional guidance. Students are encouraged to
conduct their own extensive research and consult with their instructors or academic advisors for specific
assignment requirements.
2. Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the
information provided in these study notes, the seller cannot guarantee the completeness or correctness of all
the content. It is the responsibility of the buyer to verify the accuracy of the information and use their own
judgment when applying it to their assignments.
3. Academic Integrity: It is crucial for students to uphold academic integrity and adhere to their institution's
policies and guidelines regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as a
tool for learning and inspiration, but any direct reproduction of the content without proper acknowledgment and
citation may constitute academic misconduct.
4. Limited Liability: The seller of these study notes shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages,
losses, or consequences arising from the use of the notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor grades,
academic penalties, or any other negative outcomes resulting from the application or misuse of the information
provided.
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MAY/JUNE 2023
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
May/June 2023
PSC2601
South African Politics
Total Marks: 100 Duration: 4 hours
Lecturer: Mrs S Solomon
Second Examiner: Mrs M Ntsoane
This paper consists of thirteen (13) pages.
Instructions:
You have a maximum of (4 hours) to write this Take-Home examination starting at 8:00 AM on Monday
29 May 2023 and ending at 12:00 (noon).
This question paper consists of two sections: Section A and Section B.
Answer ALL questions in Section A and Section B.
You are required to provide only the answer and no discussion on the relevant question number, e.g.
(1b).
You are allowed to access your study material. However, you are not allowed to copy verbatim from
your study material or any other source. ALL sources must be acknowledged with an in-text reference.
You do not have to submit a bibliography. You must write answers in your own words.
Please take note of the following:
1. Download the attached question paper.
2. Type your answers in Microsoft Word and save your file using your student number as a PDF file.
3. Handwritten scripts should be scanned and converted to PDF format.
4. Please PREVIEW your file before submitting.
5. Upload your examination script as a SINGLE PDF-FILE. Kindly note that you will only be able to
upload a PDF document.
6. Your PDF-file may NOT be password protected. (If you submit a password-protected PDF-file
your exam cannot be marked.
7. You will NOT be permitted to email exam papers to the examiner).
8. Take note of the time of submission. NO LATE EXAMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
9. Please ensure that you have completed the Honesty Declaration stating that you have worked on
your own and that no person assisted you. If you do not select this option, you will not be able to
submit your answer file.
10. Plagiarism is not permitted.
Good luck. You got this!
[TURN OVER]
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MAY/JUNE 2023
PSC2601
Date: 29 May 2023
INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DAY OF ASSESSMENT:
Ensure that you are connected to the internet in order to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR
Code.
If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the Exam Access Code
below the QR code to start the invigilation.
Unless otherwise specified by your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once. If your
assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the invigilation until
your entire assessment has been completed.
Only scan the QR code when the assessment formally commences.
The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be scanned as soon as
possible to start the invigilation.
One the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume Is turned up and place your smartphone next
to you. The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you are required to action a
request, which you should then perform.
We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
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Open Rubric
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If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the ‘Access
Exam’ button in the top right corner of your app.
Keep the Invigilator App open on your cell phone for the full duration of the assessment. You are not
allowed to minimise or leave the app.
Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to commence the invigilation as well as at the end of
the assessment. No internet connection is required during the assessment.
You have to adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution as the time
displayed in the Invigilator App could differ from the time allocated to complete your assessment.
You can click the "Finish Assessment" button in the app if you finish your assessment early.
If you are performing a written or Scan-and-Upload assessment:
The Invigilator App may request you to take a picture of every page of your answer sheet at the end of
the assessment. Unless otherwise specified by your institution, this does NOT replace the normal
upload of your script to your institutions online portal.
After completing invigilation and following all app instructions, you must upload your Invigilation App
data. If however there is a delay in the upload of the app data at the end of the assessment, you should
prioritise the upload of your script to your university portal and you can temporarily minimise the app
to do so. Uploading of app data is not time sensitive and you can come back and do it after you have
successfully uploaded your script to the exam portal.
Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp The Invigilator Helpdesk on 073 505
8273
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