Stellenbosch University
Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity and Ecology
The Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity and Ecology in Earth Sciences is offered by Stellenbosch University.
Program Length: 3 YEARS.
Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity and Ecology offered by Stellenbosch University at the Faculty of Science
This BSc degree programme offers broad training in Botany and Zoology. It focusses on the diversity, origin and function of organisms in relation to their environment. It provides a conceptual understanding of ecology, evolution, animal and plant forms and functions, biological changes on a global scale (climate change, invasive species, pollution and anthropogenic factors) and remediation practices (applications). Both terrestrial and marine concepts are covered. The programme also provides appropriate generic and scientific skills, for instance oral and written communication, numerical and statistical techniques, research methodology, problem solving, evaluating and synthesising scientific information, and also computer skills.The programme leads to an honours programme in Biodiversity and Ecology, which then leads to a master's programme in Botany or Zoology. This programme also leads to an honours programme in Applied Plant Physiology (in the Faculty of AgriSciences).The training allows for a wide variety of careers, such as a conservation scientist, environmental consultant, environmental impact expert, plant specialist, biologist or ecologist in the private or public sector, or in the academic environment.Should you wish to qualify as a high school teacher after you have obtained a BSc degree, you may take the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in the Faculty of Education. Your subject choice for your degree programme, however, should enable you to teach two school subjects. Depending on your undergraduate subject combination, you could teach the following school subjects: Life Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematical Literacy.
