Diploma in Animal Health | UNISA

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Diploma

Delivery

Full-time

Requirements

Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Diploma endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and with at least 50% in Mathematics. In addition, at least 40% in one of the following: Physical Science or Life Sciences or Agricultural Science,ora Senior Certificate (SC) with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning, and a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Mathematics. In addition, an E symbol on HG or a D symbol on SG in one of the following: Physical Science or Biology or Agricultural Science,ora Higher Certificate (HC) in Animal Welfare or a Higher Certificate (HC) in Life & Environmental Sciences (with at least 50% in Mathematics). Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements should consider applying for a lower level qualification for which they meet the statutory and additional requirements.Study material for this qualification will only be available online.

Career Prospects

  • Animal Health Technician
    Assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals, administering vaccines, and performing basic medical procedures.
  • Livestock Inspector
    Monitors animal welfare, checks for diseases, and ensures compliance with health regulations on farms and abattoirs.
  • Veterinary Laboratory Assistant
    Conducts laboratory tests, analyses samples, and supports disease diagnosis and research.
  • Animal Welfare Officer
    Works with organisations to enforce animal protection laws and promote ethical treatment of animals.
  • Extension Officer (Animal Health)
    Educates farmers on animal healthcare practices, disease prevention, and herd management.

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