Overview

The School has three world class research centres in the African Centre for Crop Improvement, the African Centre for Food Security and the Centre for Transformative Agricultural and Food Systems.

Career Opportunities

The qualifications we offer in this Agricultural Sciences school, and in the Environmental Science programme from University of Kwazulu Natal will provide graduates career opportunities as:

Agricultural Economists

Agrometeorologists

Agroforesters

Animal Scientists

Crop Scientists

Community Development Workers

Extension Officers

Dietitians

Food Security Analysts and Specialists

Forest Scientists

Horticultural Scientists

Human and Animal Nutritionists

Plant Breeders

Poultry Scientists

Soil Scientists

Hydrologists

Programme Structure

The School strives to provide a learning environment that prepares students to acquire skills necessary for meeting societal needs.

We seek to produce wholesome graduates who are not only technically qualified, but also have the critical and creative thinking skills to give them the competitive edge in the workplace, particularly as entrepreneurs dedicated to the betterment of the world.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 29 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

IELTS

6

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

NSC degree pass with Maths, English, Life Orientation and Agricultural Science/Physical Science/Life Sciences at level 4 or above;

Admission points required: 28-48 (highest scoring students taken first)

Closing date for applications is 30 September

Tuition Fee

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International

16665 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16665 USD per year during 36 months.

48065 Rand for National

Living costs for Durban

7800 - 9401 ZAR /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Environmental Science.

Available Scholarships

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