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Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
The Diploma in Pest Management (qualification code W64005) develops competence in crop and livestock protection, poverty eradication and food and nutritional security. Graduates work effectively with communities and handle pest control equipment and inputs with minimal supervision.
Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: Department of Biological and Environmental Sciences | Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Identifying pests, assessing damage and determining thresholds for intervention using environmentally sustainable strategies; calibrating and using pest control equipment; collecting and analysing field and laboratory data and compiling technical reports.
Agricultural technicians, pest control officers or consultants, extension agents, professionals in agro-allied industries and practitioners in environmental and food security programmes.
• Senior Certificate with Matric exemption or equivalent qualification with a minimum: SG (D) or HG (E) symbol in Life Sciences SG (E) or HG (F) in Mathematics, Physical Science and English • National Senior Certificate (NSC): Must indicate that the candidate meets the minimum requirements for admission to a diploma or bachelor’s degree Minimum achievement of: Level 4 in Life Sciences Level 3 in English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences • National Certificate Vocational (NCV) Level 4: Must meet statutory requirements 50% pass in at least three fundamental subjects (including Language of Teaching and Learning) OR 60% pass in at least four vocational subjects 50% or above in Life Sciences •
Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.
Apply through the official page: https://www.wsu.ac.za/en/study-with-us/application-and-registration/how-to-apply-the-process
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
STEM
Walter Sisulu University, South Africa
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