UNAM Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology
University of Namibia Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology
Degree
Bachelor of Science Honours
Admission Criteria
To register for the B.Sc Environmental Sciences Honours or B.Sc Microbiology Honours degree programmes a candidate must hold a valid Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (Ordinary or Higher) or a recognized equivalent qualification.
English is a compulsory subject and should have been obtained as a second language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum C symbol or English as a first language at NSSC (O level) with a minimum D symbol.
In addition to the above, admission to the Bachelor of Science Honourscourse requires at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Mathematics; at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Biology and at least a symbol C on NSSC or equivalent qualification in Physical Sciences.
A candidate should obtain a minimum of 25 points on the UNAM evaluation point scale in his/her five best subjects (of which the above mentioned subjects must be included) to be admitted to undergraduate studies. Obtaining the minimum number of points however, does not necessarily ensure admission. Admission is based on places available in courses, subjects and programs and is awarded on the basis of merit.
Admission can also be considered for candidates who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Scheme upon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the general regulations.
Duration of Study
The minimum duration for the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology degree programme is four (4) years. The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology degree must be completed with in six (6) years of full-time study
Modules
| Year 1, Semester 1 |
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| Contemporary Social Issues |
| Basic Mathematics |
| Computer Literacy |
| English Communication & Study Skills |
| Introduction to Biology |
| Introduction to Physical Geology |
| Physics for Life Sciences |
| Year 1, Semester 2 |
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| Pre-Calculus |
| English for Academic Purposes |
| Introduction to Statistics |
| Chemistry 1 B |
| Diversity of Life |
| Introduction to Earth Systems |
| Year 2, Semester 1 |
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| Animal Form and Function |
| Cell Molecular Biology and Genetics |
| Biometrics I |
| Introduction to Ecology |
| Introduction to Hydrology |
| Year 2, Semester 2 |
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| Plant Form and Function |
| Introduction to Microbiology |
| Biometrics II |
| Ecological Field Techniques |
| Introduction to Geochemistry or |
| Social Geography |
| Year 3, Semester 1 |
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| Microbial Ecology I |
| Aquatic Ecology |
| Biosystematics I |
| Conservation Biology and Biodiversity |
| Environmental Geology I and |
| Ecological systems and climate change or |
| Geographic Analysis and Techniques |
| Year 3, Semester 2 |
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| Ecosystem Ecology |
| Ecophysiology |
| Biosystematics II |
| Research Methodology |
| Geographic Information Systems or |
| Hydrogeology I and |
| Introduction to Petrology |
| Year 4, Semester 1 |
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| Research Project |
| Field Ecology |
| Integrated Natural Resources Management I |
| Population Ecology |
| Biogeography |
| Year 4, Semester 2 |
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| Research Project |
| Field Ecology |
| Integrated Natural Resources Management II |
| Disturbance & Restoration Ecology |
| Behavioural Ecology |
| Entomology |
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