Description

The primary aim of the Diploma of Property Studies programme is  to  train and produce graduates employable 
respectively at the technical and professional levels of the property industry. The graduates of the programme will be equipped 
with competencies in advanced property valuation methods,  facilities managerial  skills of buildings and be capable of making 
sound and well‐informed judgments regarding relevant legislation. It focuses on a comprehensive and analytical understanding of 
property valuation, property management, property investment and finance and develops the knowledge and skills to value and 
manage real property.
 
This  programme also aims at developing capacity and human resource needs of Namibia in the real estate sector to facilitate 
the implementation of the Namibian Land Reform programme. Graduates are employable as property managers and assistant 
valuers in the central and local government property offices and a variety of private businesses.

Admission Requirements 

Applicants may be considered for admission into the Diploma in Property Studies (Level 6) programme if they meet the NUST’s 
General Admission Requirements (GI2.1 in Part 1 of the Yearbook). In addition, students should have at least an “E” in NSSC (O) 
for Mathematics 
 
Candidates admitted with an English Language grade other than a minimum “B” symbol must enrol for the appropriate English 
communication course at lower levels within the first year of studies in order to acquire the competencies.  Preference will be 
given to candidates with a minimum of B (Ordinary level) or 4 (Higher Level) or E (NSSCAS) in the English Language.
 
Mature age applicants may be considered for admissions according to NUST’s Mature Age Entry Scheme. 

Career Opportunities

Property clerk/ assistant, property/ estate agent, assistant property valuer, assistant property development officer, land and housing officer, assistant property maintenance officer, etc.