Advanced Postgraduate Certificate: Protected-Area Management
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About this qualification
This is a historical postgraduate qualification focused on managing protected areas, such as conservation areas where natural or cultural resources are managed for protection and public benefit. It is positioned at NQF level 7 within the HEQSF and carries 128 credits. The supplied record shows that its registration ended on 30 June 2009, so its current availability must be confirmed before it is considered for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in the management of protected areas and related conservation organisations might consider this qualification as a possible foundation for further study or work in this area. This is general guidance, not an admission rule, and the qualification’s historical registration status should be checked first.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support understanding relevant to protected-area management and management-oriented conservation work. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career, and no specific related careers are recorded in the supplied evidence.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Protected-area management thinking
- Management planning
- Organisational management in a conservation context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Advanced Postgraduate Certificate: Protected-Area Management
- SAQA ID
- 14724
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 3
- Subfield
- Generic Management
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status directly, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009.
- Confirm that the qualification is currently offered and that the provider is authorised or appropriately accredited to offer it.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and whether applications or enrolment are still possible.
- Ask the provider for current information about the curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 14724, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making a decision.