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Diploma in Analytical Chemistry | WSU

APS Required

24 points

University

Walter Sisulu University (WSU)

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Diploma

Delivery

Full-time

Requirements

Main Stream

3 (40-49%) for English as a Home Language or as a First Additional Language
3 (40-49%) for Life Sciences
3 (40-49%) for Physical Sciences

Extended Stream

3 (40-49) for English as a Home Language or as a First Additional Language
4 (50-59) in any four (4) subjects

Career Prospects

Laboratory Technician
Perform chemical analyses of samples to identify their composition and properties, ensuring quality and compliance with standards. Laboratory technicians work in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food production, and mining.
Quality Control Analyst
Test and monitor the quality of raw materials and finished products to ensure they meet safety and regulatory requirements. Quality control analysts are employed in manufacturing, cosmetics, and chemical industries.
Environmental Analyst
Analyse air, water, and soil samples to assess pollution levels and support environmental conservation efforts. Environmental analysts work for environmental consultancies, government agencies, and research institutions.
Chemical Process Technician
Assist in the development, monitoring, and optimisation of chemical production processes in industrial settings. Process technicians work in petrochemicals, polymers, and manufacturing industries.
Research Assistant
Support scientific research projects by conducting experiments, recording data, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Research assistants are employed by universities, R&D facilities, and private research organisations.

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