The Diploma in Nature Conservation at TUT prepares students to protect South Africa's extraordinary biodiversity across national parks, game reserves, and conservation agencies. The programme covers ecology, wildlife management, environmental legislation, conservation planning, and community-based natural resource management — addressing the complex challenges of biodiversity protection in a developing country. Graduates contribute to South Africa's network of protected areas managed by SANParks, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, and provincial conservation bodies.
English: Level 4
Mathematics or Technical Mathematics: Level 3
Mathematical Literacy: Level 4
APS: 24 (with Mathematics or Technical Mathematics) / 25 (with Mathematical Literacy)