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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
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.