Overview

Geography and Environmental Science from University of Pretoria is a study of the multitude of interaction between the living (including humans) and non-living components of the earth. As a result of an increase in the human population and technological advances, our impresiions of the environment have become more widespread and create complex, multidisciplinary challenges, for example the impact on ecosystems, natural resources, human health and well-being.

Careers

Geography and environmental sciences offer a range of career paths, including teaching, research (for a variety of bodies) and the application of geographical knowledge and skills in practice. Graduates can focus on environmental management; urban issues such as informal settlements; regional and rural development; and environmental health or environmental issues, including pollution, climate change and the understanding and addressing of negative impacts on biodiversity/ ecosystem services through activities such as mining, agriculture and tourism.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Environmental sciences

City, structure, environment and society

Process geomorphology

Geographic information systems

Geographic data analysis

Remote sensing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

405 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Disciplines

Geography Environmental Sciences View 26 other Bachelors in Environmental Sciences in South Africa

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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

National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Independent Examination Board (IEB) qualifications.

National Certificate (Vocational) (NCV) Level 4: The University of Pretoria may consider NCV candidates, provided they meet the exemption for bachelor’s status criteria and the programme requirements.

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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

110000 ZAR / year

≈ 110000 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

55000 ZAR / year

≈ 55000 ZAR / year

Additional Details

Non-South African citizens (excluding students who are citizens of SADC countries) will be charged double the tuition fee of South African students.

Living costs

Pretoria

South Africa

8592 - 10309 ZAR / 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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