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Nature Conservationist

Nature Conservationists manage and utilise natural renewable resources in a sustainable manner to ensure the maintenance of biodiversity. In this way, they increase awareness that the conservation of the world's natural resources is vital for human survival.


Available Qualifications:

 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants must be in possession of a three-year Diploma in Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification (e.g. Diploma in Game Ranch Management or Diploma in Wildlife Management). 
  • Candidates with a cognate qualification in the fields of ecology and natural resource management (e.g. BSc with majors Botany, Zoology or Ecology) can horizontally enter into this advanced diploma.
  • The minimum entry requirement for the Advanced Diploma is a 60% average for the Diploma, or 60% average for majors in the case of cognate qualifications like BSc.  
 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
Extended:

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 310.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 325.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 35% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 55% for Mathematical Literacy.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 45% for Life Sciences or 35% for Physical Sciences or Technical Science.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
Diploma:

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 330.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 345.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 40% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 50% for Life Sciences OR 40% for Physical Sciences or Technical Science.
  • Admission is subject to Departmental selection.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008

  • Senior Certificate.
  • Mathematics and Biology are recommended.
  • Learners must score at least 26 points on the university’s SPS rating scale.

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
Extended:

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 310.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 325.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 35% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 55% for Mathematical Literacy.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 45% for Life Sciences or 35% for Physical Sciences or Technical Science.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
Diploma:

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics or Technical Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 330.
  • An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematical Literacy requires a minimum Applicant Score of 345.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 40% for Mathematics or Technical Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy.
  • NSC achievement rating of at least 50% for Life Sciences OR 40% for Physical Sciences or Technical Science.
  • Admission is subject to Departmental selection.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008

  • Senior Certificate.
  • Mathematics and Biology are recommended.
  • Learners must score at least 26 points on the university’s SPS rating scale.

 

 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

An Advanced Diploma in Forestry, Wood Technology, Nature Conservation, Agricultural Management or Game Ranch Management or an equivalent qualification.  

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Technology: Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification, which includes the module Research Methodology.

 

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Technology: Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification, which includes the module Research Methodology.

 

 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Master of Technology: Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Master of Technology: Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification.