Advanced Diploma (Nature Conservation)

Nelson Mandela University

Advanced Diploma (Nature Conservation)

Programme Overview:

This course aims to prepare students to be conservation managers and field ecologists with advanced knowledge and skills in conservation biology, wildlife ecology, plant ecology, resource management and community engagement.

Faculty:

Faculty of Science

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 1 year

Qualification type:

Advanced Diploma (Adv Dip)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

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Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

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Subjects requirements:

A relevant 360-credit Diploma in Nature Conservation or an 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 apply for 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 a BSc.

Career opportunities:

Nature conservators find career opportunities in extension work, conservation management on nature and game reserves and estates, parks, boards, provincial nature conservation departments, private nature reserves and regional services and councils, municipalities and forestry companies.

Before You Apply

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