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Honours in African Vertebrate Biodiversity
A one-year postgraduate programme at NQF level 8 with 120 credits. It focuses on the biodiversity of African vertebrates, including ecological and evolutionary aspects. Students conduct research projects and attend seminars.
African Vertebrate Biodiversity Honours Year-long course (NQF level 8, 120-credits) Entrance require
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Honours in Zoology
A one-year postgraduate programme at NQF level 8 with 120 credits. It includes advanced study in animal reproduction, behaviour, ecology, evolutionary biology, and applied zoology. Students conduct research projects in any field of Zoology and take part in seminars and field trips.
Year-long course (NQF level 8, 120-credits) Entrance requirements: 65% ZOO 3 or 65% ENT 3
Honours in Marine Biology
A one-year postgraduate programme at NQF level 8 with 120 credits. It covers physical and chemical oceanography, planktonic and benthic food webs, and life history strategies. Candidates may participate in a short oceanic research cruise. Research projects are required.
Candidates should have either Botany, Zoology, or Ichthyology as major BSc subjects (exceptions may be made at the discretion of the Head of Department).
Honours in Entomology
A one-year postgraduate programme at NQF level 8 with 120 credits. It focuses on insect ecology, economic entomology, and biological control. Students undertake entomological research projects and complete assignments and examinations.
Year-long course (NQF level 8, 120-credits) Entrance requirements: 65% ENT 3
Honours in Zoology and Entomology
A one-year postgraduate programme at NQF level 8 with 120 credits. It prepares students for independent research through core courses in statistics, scientific writing, global ecology, evolution, and trophic ecology, along with seminars, research projects, and field trips. Students must complete all assignments and a research project.
The department offers separate Honours courses in Zoology, Entomology, Marine Biology, and African Vertebrate Biodiversity.
