This qualification aims to enhance professional competence in the field of nature conservation on local, regional, and national levels by providing the conservation industry with persons who are able to participate in ecosystems management, environmental education, and ecotourism.
How to apply for admission
To apply for admission, please visit www.tut.ac.za.
A valid e-mail address is required before an electronic application can be submitted.
An e-mail address can be obtained from any one of the free e-mail providers, such as www.hotmail.com or
www.yahoo.com, or www.gmail.com. A non-refundable fee of R240 for application can be deposited beforehand at:
ABSA BANK
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 04 000 000 3
• In the Reference column, please fill in your identity number.
NB. Do not use this account number for any further payments.
Reference number
When the application has been processed, the applicant will be allocated a unique reference number (his/her student number) for identification purposes.
Admission status
• To check your status, please visit www.tut.ac.za,
• Click on MENU,
• Click on STUDY AT TUT,
• Click on I WANT TO STUDY,
• Click on Check your admission status,
• Enter your id number,
• Click on submit.
A new screen will open with your reference number.
Your status will be displayed and you can view and print a copy of the letter available.
Admission requirement(s) and Selection criteria:
For Applicants who obtained a Senior Certificate
Admission requirement(s):
English and either Biology, Physical Science or Mathematics. Applicants with an E symbol at Standard Grade will also be considered.
Recommended subject(s):
Selection criteria:
Assessment is based on the normal M-score with a weighted Swedish scale.
SYMBOL HG VALUE SG VALUE
A 6 5
B 5 4
C 4 3
D 3 2
E 2 1
A minimum of 20 points is required with bonus points for Biology, Geography, Agriculture, etc.
A maximum of six bonus points can be awarded, and two bonus points are also awarded for prior experience.
• For Applicants who obtained a National Senior Certificate
Admission requirement(s):
A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor’s degree or a diploma endorsement, or an equivalent qualification, with an achievement level of at least 4 for English (home language or first additional language) and 3 for Mathematics or 4 for Mathematical Literacy.
Recommended subject(s):
Agricultural Sciences, Geography, Life Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
Selection criteria:
To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 19 (with Mathematics) or 20 (with Mathematical Literacy).
Assessment procedures:
Applicants with a score of 20 (19 with mathematics) and more will be considered for selection.
Minimum duration:
Three years.