University of Venda

Bachelor of Earth Sciences in Hydrology and Water Resources

Physical, Mathematical, Computer and Life Sciences - Earth and Space Sciences

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Purpose and Rationale

  • Enable students to acquire the necessary hydrological and hydrogeological skills required to solve problems related to government, commerce, and the management of natural resources.
  • Enrich students with fundamental hydrological concepts and skills/language for applications.
  • Introduce learners to the uses of hydrology in the water, environmental, and land sectors.
  • Demonstrate the importance, relevance, and utilizations of hydrological principles and skills for applications.
  • Provide practical training to students both in the field and within the Department.

Outcomes

  1. Identify, assess, develop and solve problems of Hydrological or Geohydrological nature.
  2. Relate, evaluate, interpret and apply Hydrological and Geohydrological concepts to actual life problems that may need hydrology-problem-solving techniques.

Assessment Criteria

Integrated Assessment:

  • This will comprise a wide range of formative assessment, including:
    • Field-Practicals of Hydrological/Geohydrological nature.
    • Written timed tests.
    • Tutorials.
    • Presentations.
    • Written examinations in all prescribed modules.
  • Work-place assessments.
  • Written examinations.
  • Oral examinations.
  • Project work and report.
  • Assignments.
  • Seminar presentations.

Qualification Details

Type
National First Degree(Min 480)
NQF Level
08
Min. Credits
480
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Description
The University of Venda (UNIVEN) is a comprehensive university located in Thohoyandou, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Established in 1982, it is one of the newer universities in the country. UNIVEN offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including arts, sciences, education, health sciences, agriculture, and management sciences. The university is committed to providing quality education, research, and community engagement, with a focus on addressing the socio-economic challenges faced by the region. UNIVEN also promotes inclusivity and diversity, striving to create an environment that fosters personal and intellectual growth for its students.
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