Overview

Cartography, computer science, information technology, project management, photogrammetry, planning and management science are integral part of this Geo-Information Science - Environmental Biology (Honours) programme from University of Namibia.

Degree structure

From the second year level (NQF Level 6), this programme is designed to allow students to pursue a major in Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing, and incorporating either Geography and Environmental Studies or Environmental Biology as a mainstay academic discipline.

Courses comprising GIS and RS aim at developing student’s skills and competency in computer programming, database management, spatial data capture, and data representation, GIS theory and GIS project development and implementation.

This will respond to possible careers in various fields such Geography, Geomorphology, Climatology, Forestry, Marketing, Agronomy, Engineering, Transportation, Commerce, Urban and Regional Planning, Nature Conservation, Environmental Impact Assessment and Management as well as Marine and Coastal Management.

Courses in communication and presentation offered in the Faculty constitute an indispensable complement to the programme, offering students to further communication and presentation skills for business environments, orally and in writing. In applying these tools, students have an option of employing them from a Geography and Environmental Studies or Environmental Biology perspective

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Geo-scripting
Plant Form and Function
Ecological Field Techniques
Spatial Statistics
Land Administration and GIS
Web GIS Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

544 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Windhoek, Namibia

Disciplines

Biology Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Environmental Sciences

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A candidate must hold a valid Namibian Secondary Certificate (NSSC) (ordinary or higher) or a recognised equivalent qualification.
English is a compulsory subject and should normally 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.
High School results
Radiological Report
Deed of Surety Form
Medical Certificate (original)
Two (2) Passport size photos
Admission letter from UNAM
Proof of Registration from UNAM
Proof of accommodation in Namibia
Completed main application form and visa form
Police Clearance from home country (compulsory)
Reasons for studying in Namibia (write one paragraph)
Proof of medical aid/ insurance (valid and active)*.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23300 NAD / year

≈ 23300 NAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

19800 NAD / year

≈ 19800 NAD / year

Additional Details

SADC and Non-SADC: Tuition + International Student Levy NAD 3 500.

Living costs

Windhoek

Namibia

10175 - 12578 NAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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