Nelson Mandela University

BHSD (Human Settlement Development)

Programme Overview:

This programme will provide students with professional skills and knowledge appropriate to a range of employment opportunities associated with human settlement development and management. Students will also be required to complete four months (one month per year) of work integrated learning (WIL) during recess period (with mentors).

Faculty:

Faculty of EngineeringFaculty of the Built Environment and Technology

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years Part-time 6 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Human Settlement Development (BHSD)

Department:

Department of Building & Human Settlement Development

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

385

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum statutory NSC requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 50%, or Mathematical Literacy – 70%.

Career opportunities:

Graduates are employed by managing organisations and developing and implementing human settlement policy, strategies, programmes, and projects in the public and private sectors.

Before You Apply

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