Bachelor of Science Honours: Environmental Science
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About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 higher-education qualification focused on Environmental Science within the Environmental Sciences subfield. It carries 128 credits and is intended to represent advanced study in understanding environmental systems and environmental issues. The supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009, so its current status should be verified before it is considered for enrolment.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in advanced academic study of environmental science, environmental systems and related environmental issues might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant institution and through current official qualification information.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to further academic study and work involving environmental science, subject to the specific requirements of employers, institutions or professional bodies. No specific related careers are mapped in the available information, and the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Environmental science knowledge
- Scientific analysis of environmental issues
- Evidence-based interpretation of environmental information
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours: Environmental Science
- SAQA ID
- 15058
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 10
- Subfield
- Environmental Sciences
- Originator
- University of Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2009-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2009 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any learning or workplace requirements.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the listed 128 credits remain applicable.
- Check whether any intended employer, further-study institution or professional body has additional requirements.