Description

The  Bachelor  of  Natural  Resource  Management  in  Nature  Conservation  supports  students  in  the  field  of  Natural  Resource  Management in Nature Conservation  to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to ensure the sustainable utilisation of  Namibia’s natural resources, with the focus on conservation. This will allow graduates to contribute towards the national economy  of Namibia. Graduates will typically be employed in positions such as Natural Resource Managers (middle management positions), Nature Conservationists, Environmental Education Officers, Environmental Practitioners, Research Assistants, Tour Guides, etc.

Admission Requirements 

Candidates may be admitted to the Bachelor of Natural Resource Management in Nature Conservation if they meet the General 
Admission Requirements of the University Senate and complies with the following additional requirements:

• A pass in Biology or a Biology‐related subject, with at least a “C” symbol at NSSC Ordinary Level;
• A pass in Mathematics with at least an “E” symbol at NSSC Ordinary Level;
• A pass in English with at least a “D” symbol at NSSC Ordinary Level.

Candidates who meet the Mature Age Entry requirements of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (GI2.2 in Part 1 of 
the NUST Yearbook) will be considered, but may be required to pass an additional admission test, compiled by the Department of
Nature Conservation.

Candidates must be medically fit, since field and physical work form an integral part of this study programme.