Faculty of Science

BSc Biodiversity and Ecology

Bachelor 3 years Full-time NSFAS Funded
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
3 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Main Campus
Language
Afrikaans and English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

Covers biodiversity, ecology, and conservation. Focal areas include Climate Change Ecology, Plant and Animal Biodiversity, and Plants and Microbes. Prepares graduates for careers in environmental science and conservation.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • Afrikaans or English Home Language or First Additional Language 3 40–49%
  • Physical Sciences 3 40–49%
  • Mathematics 4 50–59%

Additional Requirements

  • NSC aggregate of at least 65% excluding Life Orientation
  • Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%
  • Physical Sciences 50%
  • Mathematics 60%
Selection mark: (Mathematics x 2) + 5 other subjects (at least one language, excluding LO) / 7. Also available as a 4-year ECP.
Career Opportunities
Botanist, zoologist, ecologist, conservation scientist Environmental assessment practitioner, land-use planner Marine scientist, forensic scientist, laboratory analyst
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