UNAM Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology

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
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
Pre-Calculus
English for Academic Purposes
Introduction to Statistics
Chemistry 1 B
Diversity of Life
Introduction to Earth Systems
Year 2, Semester 1
Animal Form and Function
Cell Molecular Biology and Genetics
Biometrics I
Introduction to Ecology
Introduction to Hydrology
Year 2, Semester 2
Plant Form and Function
Introduction to Microbiology
Biometrics II
Ecological Field Techniques
Introduction to Geochemistry or
Social Geography
Year 3, Semester 1
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
Ecosystem Ecology
Ecophysiology
Biosystematics II
Research Methodology
Geographic Information Systems or
Hydrogeology I and
Introduction to Petrology
Year 4, Semester 1
Research Project
Field Ecology
Integrated Natural Resources Management I
Population Ecology
Biogeography
Year 4, Semester 2
Research Project
Field Ecology
Integrated Natural Resources Management II
Disturbance & Restoration Ecology
Behavioural Ecology
Entomology

See Also

University of Namibia Faculty of Science Overview
 University of Namibia Faculty of Science Contact Address
 University of Namibia Faculty of Science Courses
 University of Namibia Faculty of Science Careers
University of Namibia Pages