Diploma in Environmental Science

Graduation Criteria

In order to graduate with a Diploma in Environmental Science, you must satisfy the modular criteria set by the School of Applied Science. Most students should be able to do this within 3 years of enrolment if they are deemed to have successfully completed 5 modules, or its equivalent, per semester.

How the Modular Structure Works

Modules at the Republic fall into three broad categories: as can be seen from the course structure, these consist of Core modules, Elective modules, and Freely Chosen modules. To satisfy the requirements of the Diploma, you must select a certain number of modules out of the range offered in each category. These have been stated and are summarized in the following table:

Table 3: Modular Requirements for Graduation in the DENV

Core Modules

There are 3 types of Core modules: General, Discipline-specific and Specialization-specific modules. General modules aim to ground you in generic skills such as cognitive process, linguistic and entrepreneurial skills, as well as equip you with a foundational knowledge of culture, technical communication and skills of personal development.

Discipline-specific modules focus on developing your knowledge of Environmental Science while specialisation-specific modules are designed to deepen your understanding in the area of Environmental Science.

Elective Modules

Apart from Core modules, you also need to take a number of Electives offered by the School of Applied Science. Elective modules are designed to broaden your understanding of the growing field of Environmental Science, and serve as a complement to knowledge acquired in other parts of the programme.

Freely Chosen Modules

Two of the thirty modules you will take in total can be freely chosen from the entire range of modules offered at the Republic.