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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

Faculty of Natural Sciences

Duration4 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS23Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

WSU qualification code W64018; SAQA ID 116190; 360 credits. Source pages: qualification list 25, admission requirements 27. Published requirements: • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or as a First Additional Language Extended Stream 3 (40-49) for 2 of the majors below and 4 (50-59) for the third major • Mathematics • Physical Sciences • Life Sciences

Course content

What you may study

Earth or environmental sciences; data analysis; fieldwork; laboratory methods; mapping or GIS; sustainability; and applied research projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical MathematicsSee published notesMathematics
Physical Sciences / Technical SciencesSee published notesPhysical Sciences
Life SciencesSee published notesLife Sciences
English Home Language or First Additional LanguageLevel 4 · 50%English Home Language or First Additional Language: 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or as a First Additional Language Extended Stream 3 (40-49) for 2 of the majors below and 4 (50-59) for the third major
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Honours, postgraduate diploma or advanced study in environmental science, geography, geoscience, GIS, sustainability or a related field.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Environmental officer; GIS or mapping assistant; geoscience technician; sustainability practitioner; water-resource professional; or research assistant.

Study locations

Available campuses

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MainMthatha CampusMthatha, Eastern CapeView campus
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