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Forester

Foresters are dedicated to planning and managing the process of growing, protecting and harvesting trees. In addition, they assist in the managing of the utilisation of trees once they have been harvested.


Available Qualifications:

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A relevant 360-credit Diploma in Forestry or an equivalent qualification. Although not a requirement, it is regarded as desirable that an applicant has completed at least two years' applicable practical service after having graduated. Candidates will only be considered if their average pass mark for the diploma is at least 60%. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A relevant 360-credit Diploma in Forestry or an equivalent qualification. Although not a requirement, it is regarded as desirable that an applicant has completed at least two years' applicable practical service after having graduated. Candidates will only be considered if their average pass mark for the diploma is at least 60%. 

 

 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 

  • 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 OR 55% for Agricultural Sciences. 
  • Admission is subject to Departmental selection. 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS

  • Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diplomas 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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008

  • Senior Certificate with a pass mark in Mathematics Other recommended matric subjects include Physical Science and Biology.
  • Learners must score at least 24 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
Advanced Diploma: Forestry and BSc Honours or equivalent qualification.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Advanced Diploma: Forestry and BSc Honours or equivalent qualification.