Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Environmental Management in South Africa

Master of Environmental Management course is designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills and tools needed to address complex environmental challenges and contribute to sustainable development in the country. The program may cover the following subjects;
a. Environmental science
b. Ecology
c. Conservation biology
d. Natural resource management
e. Environmental policy and governance
f. Environmental economics
g. Sustainable development
h. Climate change
i. Environmental impact assessment

The course often includes a combination of coursework, seminars, workshops, field trips and research projects.

Below are some of the the available career opportunities for Master of Environmental Management graduates in South Africa:
a. Environmental Educator
b. Environmental Researcher
c. Natural Resource Manager
d. Environmental Impact Assessment Specialist
e. Environmental Compliance Officer
f. Climate Change Specialist
g. Environmental Consultant
h. Environmental Policy Analyst
i. Environmental Project Manager
j. Sustainability Manager

Institutions Offering Master of Environmental Management

•  University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg  
  Admission requirements: An Honours Degree in Geography or Environmental Management or any relevant equivalent Honours degree is required.
  
  Duration of programme:
  Duration of 18 months (three semesters) for full-time students and 2 years for part-time
  students.
•  North West University, Mafikeng  
  Field:
  -With Ecological Water Requirements
  -With Ecological Water Requirements
  -With Conservation Leadership
  
  
  Presented in English
  
  Course Duration: 2 years
•  University of Venda, Limpopo  
  Admission Requirements:
  
  Matriculation Exemption + D (HG) or C (SG) in any two of the following: Biology, Economics, Geography, Physical Science and Agriculture.
•  Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town  
  Duration: 1 year
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  

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