CONSERVATION AND MARINE SCIENCES
DIPLOMA IN NATURE CONSERVATION (ECP)
Course Aim:
The aim of this course is to provide students with the skills to succeed in a rapidly-changing nature conservation environment where innovation is key. Graduates are equipped with a comprehensive range of technical, managerial, research, communication and life skills for employment in the field of nature conservation. The Diploma Nature Conservation lays the foundation for further study towards the B Tech Nature Conservation and ultimately the Masters of Conservation Science.
The purpose of this qualification is to supply the nature conservation industry with people who can competently contribute to the conservation of biodiversity and provide knowledgeable assistance to natural resource managers. The graduates will have the requisite knowledge of the natural environment and its dynamic relationship with humans, various approaches to conservation and sustainable use, and competence in research and monitoring techniques.
Opportunities:
Graduates can pursue careers in the areas of management of natural resources/ protected areas, alien species control, environmental policy compliance, environmental education, research, field guiding, and Ecotourism.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Faldelah Adams (Administrative Assistant)
+27 21 460 3190
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Mr K Klaas
+27 21 460 3176
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DIPLOMA IN NATURE CONSERVATION (ECP)
Course Aim:
The aim of this course is to provide students with the skills to succeed in a rapidly-changing nature conservation environment where innovation is key. Graduates are equipped with a comprehensive range of technical, managerial, research, communication and life skills for employment in the field of nature conservation. The Diploma Nature Conservation lays the foundation for further study towards the B Tech Nature Conservation and ultimately the Masters of Conservation Science.
The purpose of this qualification is to supply the nature conservation industry with people who can competently contribute to the conservation of biodiversity and provide knowledgeable assistance to natural resource managers. The graduates will have the requisite knowledge of the natural environment and its dynamic relationship with humans, various approaches to conservation and sustainable use, and competence in research and monitoring techniques.
Opportunities:
Graduates can pursue careers in the areas of management of natural resources/ protected areas, alien species control, environmental policy compliance, environmental education, research, field guiding, and Ecotourism.
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Syllabus and fees
Please note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Prepare this quote for:
EXTENDED CURRICULUM
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (EXTENDED) (COF150X)
R 3,130.00
CONSERVATION COMMUNICATION (EXTENDED) (CNC150X)
R 4,410.00
YEAR ZERO
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
ANIMAL STUDIES 1A (EXTENDED) (ANS150X)
R 5,510.00
CONSERVATION COMMUNICATION (EXTENDED) (CNC150X)
R 4,410.00
YEAR ZERO
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
ANIMAL STUDIES 1B (EXTENDED) (ANS151X)
R 5,170.00
BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT 1B (EXTENDED) (REM150X)
R 4,340.00
FIRST YEAR
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
CONSERVATION ECOLOGY 1A (EXTENDED) (NCE150X)
R 4,860.00
PLANT STUDIES 1A (EXTENDED) (BOT152X)
R 5,510.00
FIRST YEAR
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
CONSERVATION ECOLOGY 1B (NCE160S)
R 3,230.00
PLANT STUDIES 1B (BOT153S)
R 3,630.00
PRINCIPLES OF CONSERVATION (NCD150S)
R 3,080.00
SECOND YEAR
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER ONE (JAN-JUN)
Compulsary subject(s)
BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT 2A (REM260S)
R 3,230.00
CONSERVATION ECOLOGY 2 (NCE260S)
R 3,420.00
CONSERVATION PRACTICE 2A (CSP250S)
R 3,230.00
PLANT STUDIES 2 (BOT260S)
R 3,320.00
SOIL CONSERVATION (SSC250S)
R 2,880.00
SECOND YEAR
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
SEMESTER TWO (JUL-NOV)
Compulsary subject(s)
ANIMAL STUDIES 2 (ANS260S)
R 3,050.00
BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT 2B (REM261S)
R 3,050.00
CONSERVATION EXTENSION 2 (CTE260S)
R 3,110.00
CONSERVATION PRACTICE 2A (CSP250S)
R 3,240.00
CONSERVATION PRACTICE 2B (CSP251S)
R 3,080.00
SOIL CONSERVATION (SSC250S)
R 2,880.00
THIRD YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)
Compulsary subject(s)
BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT 3 (REM360S)
R 2,480.00
CONSERVATION ADMINISTRATION 3 (NCA360S)
R 2,480.00
CONSERVATION COMPLIANCE (CCP360S)
R 2,480.00
CONSERVATION EXTENSION 3 (CTE360S)
R 2,480.00
CONSERVATION PRACTICE 3 (BEW360S)
R 2,480.00
CONSERVATION RESEARCH 3 (CVR360S)
R 2,480.00
Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS
For any queries get in contact with:
Faldelah Adams (Administrative Assistant)
+27 21 460 3190
Mr K Klaas
+27 21 460 3176
NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.
Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.