Nelson Mandela University

Dip (Forestry)

Programme Overview:

This programme consists of two years applied theoretical and one year experiential training. Students gain a sound grounding in all aspects pertaining to sustainable forest management, such as silviculture, forest management, forest engineering, cost & management accounting, economics and environmental management. This foundation enables students to work in any field related to the global forestry industry. During experiential training, students work at an appropriate site in the industry with experienced foresters and/or forestry contractors acting as role models and mentors. The student gains invaluable technical experience, expanded work perspective and ingrained work ethics.

Faculty:

Faculty of Science

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 3 years (including 1 year in-service training)

Qualification type:

Diploma (Dip)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

330

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

345

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for diploma entry must be met. • Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 40%, or Mathematical Literacy – 60%. RECOMMENDED NSC/IEB SUBJECTS: Physical Sciences, Life Sciences

Career opportunities:

Career opportunities exist at private and public forestry companies, pulpwood and mining timber growers, municipalities and other local authorities

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