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Diploma in Sustainable Horticulture and Landscaping

Faculty of Applied Sciences

NQF level9Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Diploma in Sustainable Horticulture and Landscaping develops knowledge and practical capability in agricultural and environmental systems, natural resources and applied field practice. Students build analytical, communication and problem-solving skills through theory and applied learning. Exact modules and practical components vary by institution and study year.

Course content

What you may study

Biological and environmental sciences; production systems; resource management; soil, plant or animal studies; data collection; fieldwork; and practical projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

English Home LanguageLevel 4 · 50%NSC Diploma with:- English HL/FAL 4 AND Maths 3/ Maths Lit 4 AND Life Sci 4 (or recognised equivalent) and two 20 credit subject 3
English First Additional LanguageLevel 4 · 50%NSC Diploma with:- English HL/FAL 4 AND Maths 3/ Maths Lit 4 AND Life Sci 4 (or recognised equivalent) and two 20 credit subject 3
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%NSC Diploma with:- English HL/FAL 4 AND Maths 3/ Maths Lit 4 AND Life Sci 4 (or recognised equivalent) and two 20 credit subject 3
Mathematical LiteracyLevel 4 · 50%NSC Diploma with:- English HL/FAL 4 AND Maths 3/ Maths Lit 4 AND Life Sci 4 (or recognised equivalent) and two 20 credit subject 3
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Admission

Other admission conditions

See page 6 of the linked official prospectus.

Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. Advanced or postgraduate study in agriculture, environmental management, conservation, biological sciences or a related specialisation, subject to admission requirements.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Agricultural adviser; production manager; conservation officer; environmental technician; farm manager; field researcher; or natural-resource practitioner.

Study locations

Available campuses

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UrbanSteve Biko CampusDurban, KwaZulu-NatalView campus
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