A1 2017-18 BA Geography Poster - University of Pretoria · 2018-09-01 · Placement in the four year BA Extended Programme (code 01130014) will be determined by the Faculty’s Admission

Placement in the four year BA Extended Programme (code 01130014) will be determined by the Faculty’s Admission Committee, if a student does not comply with the required APS score.

AIM 101 (Academic information management 101) 6 credits; AIM 111 (Academic information management 111) 4 credits; AIM 121 (Academic information management 121) 4 credits; ALL 110 (Academic literacy110) 6 credits; ALL 125 (Academic literacy for Humanities 125) 6 credits; UPO 101 (Academic orientation 101) 0 credits.

Name Credits

Human Geography Environmental SciencesBSocSci (Hons) Geographical Sciences.

Option: Geography and Environmental Sciences

MA Geography

D Phil Geography

BSocSci (Hons) Geographical Sciences.

Option: Geography and Environmental Sciences

MA (Environment & Society)

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A minimum admission APS of 30 in Grade 11 and 28 in Grade 12 is required. Applicants with an APS of 30 who do not comply with the subject requirements must write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). Geography combines very well with modules/electives from the departmentsof Anthropology and Archaeology; Historical and Heritage Studies; Sociology; Social Work and Criminology, Tourism Management and Political Sciences.

Fundamental modules:

The following electives from the Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology may be selected.

BA Humanities (code 01130015, duration of study is 3 year)

It is important to consult the Yearbook of the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences or make an appointment with Dr Nerhene Davis ([email protected]) of the Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology regarding the credit values, presentation modes and possible prerequisites. A general rule to be followed in order to continue with postgraduate studies in Geography and Environmental Sciences, a student needs to do 6 semester modules or 12 quarter modules in the discipline over the three years of study.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDY PROGRAMME

POSTGRADUTE STUDY PROGRAMME

Find the Faculty of Humanities Yearbook at www.up.ac.za/yearbooks/programmes

If you are interested in Geography and Environmental Sciences but you do not meet the requirements for

admission to a BSc degree this is the degree for you!

ENV 301

GGY 356

GGY 361

GGY 366

Human-environmental interaction

Sustainable development

Environmental geomorphology

Development frameworks

18

18

12

18

GIS 221

GGY 252

GGY 266

GIS introduction

Process geomorphology

City structure, environment & society

12

12

24

GGY 156

GGY 166

ENV 101

WKD 164

Aspects of human geography

Southern African geomorphology

Introduction to environmental science

Climate and weather of Southern Africa

8

8

12

8

BA Humanities(Code ) 01130015

Duration of study: minimum 3 years

Total credits: 366

Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology / Departement Geografie, Geoinformatika en MeteorologieUndergraduate enquiries: Dr Nerhene Davis, [email protected]

Second Year

Third Year

First Year

(Faculty of Humanities)

BSc Geography: Undergraduate study programme

Geography is a bridging science which links the human sciences with the natural sciences. Geography is also a spatial science, studying the location and distribution of cities and human activities, such as agriculture and tourism, as well as the processes, patterns, problems and potential answers associated with these activities. In addition, geography is a planning and management science aimed at improving the quality of life of all people.

Geographers study the relationship and interaction between people and the environment. They specialize according to their interest and aptitude. This determines the nature of the problems on which they work and for which they seek solutions.

There are three main s in geography, namely teaching, research and the application of geographical knowledge and skills in practice. career fieldGeographers can focus on environmental management; urban issues such as squatting; regional and rural development; or environmental issues, including pollution and the destruction of ecosystems through activities such as mining, agriculture and tourism. Geographers in the private sector are generally employed by real estate, planning, architectural and engineering firms, and by banks, tourism organisations, environmental conservation bodies and industry. Government departments involved with agriculture, forestry and fisheries, water and sanitation, rural development and land reform, environmental affairs, tourism and education and Statistics South Africa, also employ geography graduates. Many geographers are self-employed. They are mainly involved in areas such as marketing, planning, development, tourism, cartography, remote sensing, environmental analysis and environmental auditing.

The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is deemed by the University to be equivalent to the required Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement; a candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of such an institution; and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria.

Grade 11 results are used for the provisional admission of prospective students. A minimum APS (Admission Point Score) of 32 based on Grade 12 results is required for the BSc (Geoinformatics) 3-year degree. Afrikaans or English, Mathematics and Physical Science are Grade 12 level prerequisites. Life Orientation is excluded in the calculation of the APS.

Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for BSc (Geography), may be considered for admission to the BSc Extended programme for the Physical Sciences. The BSc Extended programme takes place over a period of four years instead of the normal three years.

Achievement Level

Minimum Requirements

Afrikaans or English Mathematics Physical ScienceAPS

32

NSC/IEBNSC/IEBNSC/IEB HIGCSEHIGCSEHIGCSE AS-LevelAS-LevelAS-Level A-LevelA-LevelA-Level

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Bsc - Extended programme of the Physical Sciences:

Programme in Geographic Information Science (GIS)

Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology

Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology / Departement Geografie, Geoinformatika en MeteorologieUndergraduate enquiries: Dr Daniel Darkey ; www.up.ac.za/[email protected]

BSc Geography (Code 02133394)


Total credits: 428

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AIM 102 (Academic information management 102) 6 credits; AIM 111 (Academic information management 111) 4 credits; AIM 121 (Academic information management 121) 4 credits; LST 110 (Language and study skills 110) 6 credits; UPO 101 (Academic orientation 101) 0 credits.


Name Credits

ENV 101

GGY 156

GGY 166

GMC 110

WKD 164

WTW 134

First YearIntroduction to environmental sciences 101

Aspects of human geography 156

Southern African geomorphology 166

Cartography 110

Climate and weather of Southern Africa 164

Mathematics 134

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8

8

10

8

16

Second YearGGY 252

GGY 266

GGY 283

GIS 220

Process geomorphology 252

City structure, environment and society 266

Introductory geographic information systems 283

Geographic data analysis 220

12

24

14

14

Third YearENV 301

GGY 356

GGY 361

GGY 366

GIS 310

GIS 320

Human environmental interactions 301

Sustainable development 356

Environmental geomorphology 361

Development frameworks 366

Geographic information systems 310

Spatial analysis 320

18

18

18

18

22

22

BSc Geography: Core Modules

Find the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences Yearbook at www.up.ac.za/yearbooks/programmes/

A student must pass all the minimum prescribed and elective module credits as set out at the end of each year within a programme as well as the total required credits to comply with the particular degree programme.

Curriculum: Year 1 Minimum credits: 140 - Fundamentals = 12; Core = 60; Elective = 68

Curriculum: Year 2 Minimum credits: 144 - Core = 84; Elective = 60


Electives can be chosen from modules in the following departments: Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology, Plant Production and Soil Science, Chemistry, Plant Science, Physics, Zoology and Entomology, Geology, Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Anthropology and Archaeology, Economics, History, Psychology, Sociology, Political Sciences.

See Faculty Yearbook for list of recommended elective modules.

BSc Environmental Sciences: Undergraduate study programme

The learner will acquire an adequate background to understand the environment as a dynamic interactive entity comprising physical, social and built environments. The environmental scientist studies processes, relationships and interdepen-dence in the natural environment and human impact on it.

Most careers in this field focus on managing and monitoring the environment, as well as environmental planning. Legislation in South Africa concerning national environmental management provides that all bodies concerned with activities that have an impact on the environment shall develop an environmental policy. It also means that environmental impact studies have to precede all new developments.

Environmental specialists act as consultants in the fields of environmental analysis and management, environmental law, environmental standards, environmental management systems and environmental auditing. In particular, they are needed by professionals in private-sector institutions involved with environmental issues, such as transport and civil engineers, town and regional planners and landscape architects. government departments, for example the Departments of Environmental Affairs, Water and Sanitation, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Rural Development and Land Reform and parastatal organisations such as the SABS and the CSIR, also offer career opportunities in the various specialised fields related to environmental science. Graduates can furthermore pursue an academic career.

The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is deemed by the University to be equivalent to the required Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement; a candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted thestatus of a graduate of such an institution; and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria. A minimum Admission Point Score (APS) of 32 based on Grade 12 results is required for the BSc (Environmental Sciences) 3-year degree although provisional admission is based on Grade 11 results. Life Orientation is excluded in the APS score. Afrikaans or English, Mathematics and Physical Science are Grade 12 level prerequisites. For more programme specific information go to http://www.up.ac.za/en/yearbooks/2017/programmes/view/02133362

Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for BSc Environmental Sciences may be considered for admission to the BSc or the BSc Extended Programme for Physical Sciences (APS = 26). All first-year students are required to complete the Student Academic Readiness Survey (STARS)© during the Orientation Week, which is used in combination with high school results (APS) to identify students who may need academic or psycho-social support.

Achievement Level



32


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Achievement Level



26


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Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology / Departement Geografie, Geoinformatika en MeteorologieUndergraduate enquiries: Dr Francis Nsubuga, / www.up.ac.za/[email protected]

BSc Environmental Sciences (Code 02133362)


Total credits: 428




Name Credits

BME 120

BOT 161

CMY 117

CMY 127

ENV 101

GGY 156

GGY 166

MLB 111

WKD 164

WTW 134

ZEN 161

First YearBiometry 120

Plant biology 161

General chemistry 117

General chemistry 127

Introduction to environmental sciences 101



Molecular and cell biology 111


Mathematics 134

Animal diversity 161

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8

16

8

8

8

8

16

8

16

8

Second YearBOT 251

BOT 231

GGY 252

GIS 221

GKD 250

ZEN 251

ZEN 261

South African flora and vegetation 251

Plant physiology and biotechnology 261

Process geomorphology 252

Geographic information systems introduction 221

Introductory soil science 250

Invertebrate biology 251

African vertebrates 261

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12

12

12

12

12

12

Third YearENV 301

GGY 361


Environmental geomorphology 361

18

18

BSc Environmental Sciences: Core Modules



Curriculum: Year 1 Minimum credits: 140 - Fundamental = 12; Core = 128



Students are advised to select elective modules based on the requirements for a second major or a theme of interest. Further electives may then be selected to complete the required number of credits.

Students must select elective modules with a total number of at least 60 credits. Depending on a student’s second major and other interests, the following modules are recommended: - Chemistry as a second major: CMY 282, CMY 283, CMY 284, CMY 285 (Credits 48) - Ecology as a theme: GGY 283, PPK 251, GMA 220, LEK 210 (Credits 55) - Geography as second major: GMA 220, GGY283, GGY 266, (Credits 52) - Geoinformatics as a theme: GMA 220, GGY 283, INF 214, GIS 220 (Credits 56)

Students must select elective modules with a total number of at least 108 credits. Depending on a student’s second major and other interests, the following modules are recommended: - Chemistry as a second major: CMY 382, CMY 383, CMY 384, CMY 385 (Credits 72) - Ecology as a theme: GIS 310, BOT 358, BOT 366, ZEN 351, ZEN 353, ZEN 362, ZEN 364 (Credits 112) - Geography as second major: GMA 320, GGY 356, GGY 366 (Credits 58) - Geoinformatics as a theme: GIS 310, GIS 320, GMA 320 (66 Credits)



Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology / Departement Geografie, Geoinformatika en MeteorologieUndergraduate enquiries: Dr Christel Hansen, ; www.up.ac.za/ggm [email protected]

BSc Geoinformatics: Undergraduate study programme

Geoinformatics or Geoinformation Science integrates elements of various disciplines dealing with geographical data such as geography, cartography, computer science, geodesy, mathematics, remote sensing, statistical remote sensing. Geoinformatics can measure and supply information on how your behaviour impacts your immediate environment as well as how the environment influences your well-being.

At undergraduate level there are two study options: BSc (Geoinformatics) focuses on the general GISc profession with geographical thinking and spatial analysis at the core, while BSc IT (Geographical Information Systems) focuses on computer science in GIS applications. (More information can be obtained at www.up.ac.za/ebit). Students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to create and apply geographic information system methods and techniques to assist researchers and decision-makers in a variety of fields. Fundamental elements of developing and use of these GIS systems are scientifically approached. Graduates are trained to identify the needs and apply problem solving processes. If you are studying a degree in another faculty you can also enrol for a number of GIS subjects.

Admission towards BScHons (Geoinformatics) requires a BSc (Geoinformatics) or an applicable BSc degree with relevant experience in computer programming, data management, geodesy, remote sensing and spatial analysis. After successful completion of the BSc (Geoinformatics) degree, graduates can apply for professional registration as a GISc Technologist with PLATO (South African Geomatics Council). With appropriate work experience (Work Integrated Learning) and PLATO complied exams the candidate can apply for registration as a Candidate GISc Practitioner to become a registered Professional GISc Practitioner.

Graduates with a BSc (Geoinformatics) readily find work at organisations such as Geographic Information System (GIS) vendors (ESRI or Integraph), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), GIS consultants (AfriGIS, GeoTerralmage, GISCOE), civil engineering consultants (Aurecon, SSI), the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), South Africa's National Mapping and National Geospatial Information (NGI) or any municipality in the country. Many government departments (eg Environmental Affairs, Science and Technology, Statistics South Africa, Rural Development and Land Reform and Water and Sanitation) also employ GISc professionals.

The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is deemed by the University to be equivalent to therequired Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement; a candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of such an institution; and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria.

Grade 11 results are used for the provisional admission of prospective students. A minimum APS (Admission Point Score) of 32 based on Grade 12 results is requiredfor the BSc (Geoinformatics) 3-year degree. Afrikaans or English, Mathematics and Physical Science are Grade 12 level prerequisites. Life Orientation is excluded in the calculation of the APS.

Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for BSc (Geoinformatics), may be considered for admission to the BSc Extended programme for the Physical Sciences. The BSc Extended programme takes place over a period of four years instead of the normal three years. All first-year students are required to complete the STARS during the Orientation Week, which is used in combination with high school results (APS) to identify students who may need academic or psycho-social support.

BSc Geoinformatics (Code 02133393)


Total credits: 431

Achievement Level



32


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Achievement Level



26


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Name Credits

ENV 101

GGY 156

GGY 166

GMC 110

INF 112

INF 154

INF 164

INF 171

OBS 114

OBS 124

WKD 164

WTW 134

WTW 146

WTW 148

First YearIntroduction to environmental sciences 101



Cartography 110

Informatics 112

Informatics 154

Informatics 164

Informatics 171

Business management 114

Business management 124


Mathematics 134

Linear algebra 146

Calculus 148

8

8

8

10

10

10

10

20

10

10

8

16

8

8

Second YearBER 210

FIL 251

GGY 283

GIS 220

GMA 220

INF 214

INF 225

INF 261

STK 110

STK 120

SUR 220

Business law 210

Introduction to moral and political philosophy 251

Introductory geographic information systems 283


Remote sensing 220

Informatics 214

Informatics 225

Informatics 261

Statistics 110

Statistics 120

Surveying 220

16

10

14

14

14

14

14

7

13

13

14

Third YearGIS 310

GIS 311

GIS 320

GMA 320

GMC 310

GMT 320

Geographic information systems 310

Geoinformatics 311

Spatial analysis 320

Remote sensing 320

Geometrical and space geodesy 310

Geoinformatics project 320

22

22

22

22

22

22

BSc Geoinformatics: Core Modules


Asset Management

DemographicAnalysis

Emergency Preparedness

Site Selection

Customer Services

Compliance

Land Management

LogisticsOperation

GIS

MobileWorkforce

Engineering

Environmental

Marketing

Finance


Curriculum: Year 1 Minimum credits: 156 - Fundumental = 12; Core = 144

Curriculum: Year 2 Minimum credits: 143 - Core = 143

Curriculum: Year 3 Minimum credits: 132 - Core = 132

BSc Meteorology: Undergraduate study programme

Weather and climate is fundamental in people's lives since daily activities, such as agriculture, sport, travel and tourism, depend on it. In the long term it may even determine whether humankind survives or not. There is increasing concern that people's activities may irreversibly change weather and climate. Similar concerns exist on air pollution. Meteorologists and atmospheric scientists are interested in understanding how the physics and dynamics of the atmosphere work. Meteorology is the study of atmospheric phenomena. This not only includes the physics, chemistry and dynamics of the atmosphere, but also is extended to include many of the direct effects of the atmosphere upon the earth’s surface, the oceans, and life in general. The goals of meteorology are the complete understanding, accurate prediction and artificial control of atmospheric phenomena.

Undergraduate modules include physics and calculus, atmospheric structures and processes, climate and weather of Southern Africa, physical meteorology, remote sensing, geographic data analysis, dynamic meteorology, vector analysis and a weather forecasting module. The practical component is presented by a professional meteorologist using specialised software. Additional electives can be chosen from mathematics and applied mathematics, physics, statistics, chemistry, computer science, geography and geology.

A BScHons (Meteorology) degree is required for registration as professional meteorologist (as prescribed by the World Meteorology Organisation). A MSc (Meteorology) and a PhD (Meteorology) are essential for an academic career.

Careers. Professional meteorologists work as weather forecasters, researchers, climatologists and lecturers. Meteorologists are employed by institutions involved in the study, interpretation and prediction of weather and phenomena relating to the climate. The South African Weather Service (SAWS), the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), some universities, agricultural institutions, municipalities and industries employ meteorologists who mainly practise as specialists.

The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is deemed by the University to be equivalent to the required Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement; a candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of such an institution; and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria.

Grade 11 results are used for the provisional admission of prospective students. A minimum APS (Admission Point Score) of 32 based on Grade 12 results is required for the BSc (Geoinformatics) 3-year degree. Afrikaans or English, Mathematics and Physical Science are Grade 12 level prerequisites. Life Orientation is excluded in the calculation of the APS.

Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for BSc Meteorology may be considered for admission to the BSc or the BSc Extended Programme for Physical Sciences. All first year students are required to complete the Student Academic Readiness Survey (STARS) during Orientation Week, which is used in combination with high school results (APA) to identify students who may need academic or psycho-social support.

Achievement Level



32


555 333 CCCCCC

Achievement Level



26


444 333 DDDDDD


Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology / Departement Geografie, Geoinformatika en MeteorologieUndergraduate enquiries: Dr Thando Ndarana, / www.up.ac.za/[email protected]

BSc Meteorology (Code 02133313)


Total credits: 404




Third YearENV 301

WKD 352

WKD 361

WKD 366


Atmospheric vorticity and divergence 352

Quasi-geostrophic analysis 361

Fundamentals of weather forecasting 366

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18

18

36

BSc Meteorology: Core Modules



Curriculum: Year 1 Minimum credits: 142 - Fundamentals = 12; Core = 114; Elective = 16



Name Credits

PHY 114

PHY 124

WKD 155

WTW 114

WTW 123

WTW 124

BME 120

GMC 110

First YearFirst course in physics 114

First course in physics 124

Atmospheric structure and processes 155

Calculus 114

Numerical analysis 123

Mathematics 124

Biometry 120

Cartography 110

16

16

16

16

8

16

16

10

Students must select elective modules with a total number of at least 16 credits. Depending on a student’s other interests, the following modules are recommended: - Geography or Geoinformatics: GGY 156, GGY 166, ENV 101 (Credits 24) - Mathematics and Applied Mathematics: WTW 115, WTW 152, WTW 162 (Credits 24) - Mathematical Statistic: WST 111, WST 121 *Both needed for second year WST (Credits 32)

Second YearGIS 220

GMA 220

WKD 254

WKD 261

WKD 263

WTW 218

WTW 248


Remote sensing 220

Programming in meteorology 254

Physical meteorology 261

Introduction to dynamic meteorology 263

Calculus 218

Vector analysis 248

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14

12

12

12

12

12

Students must select elective modules with a total number of at least 48 credits. Depending on a student’s other interests, the following modules are recommended: - Geography or Geoinformatics: GGY 252, GGY 266, GGY 283, SUR 220 (Credits 64) - Mathematics and Applied Mathematics: WTW 211, WTW 221, WTW 248, WTW 285, WTW 286, WTW 264 (Credits 72) - Mathematical Statistic: WST 211, WST 221 (Credits 48) - Physics: PHY 255, PHY 263 (Credits 48)

Students must select elective modules with a total number of at least 36 credits. Depending on a student’s other interests, the following modules are recommended: - Geography: GGY 356, GGY 363, GGY 366 (Credits 48) - Geoinformatics: GMA 320, GMC 310, GIS 310, GIS 311, GIS 320 (Credits 110) - Mathematics and Applied Mathematics: WTW 382, WTW 383, WTW 386, WTW 387 (Credits 72) - Mathematical Statistic: WST 311, WST 321 (Credits 36) - Physics: PHY 356, PHY 364 (Credits 72)

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A1 2017-18 BA Geography Poster - University of Pretoria · 2018-09-01 · Placement in the four year BA Extended Programme (code 01130014) will be determined by the Faculty’s Admission