Description
The revised Bachelor of Geoinformation Technology aims to provide a skillful and competent labour force for the growing
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) industry in Namibia. The programme provides a systematic and
coherent introduction to the main theories, broad principles, concepts, data, and problem‐solving techniques in the main
cognate area, i.e. Geoinformation Technology. The programme is designed to provide graduates with a blend of cognitive and
intellectual skills, as well as practical and theoretical skills necessary to successfully design, implement and apply geoinformation
technologies that can be used as decision‐supporting tools in solving spatial problems.
Admission Requirements
Applicants may be admitted to the Bachelor of Geoinformation Technology programme if they meet the following requirements.
Applicants must have a combined total of at least 25 points on the NUST Evaluation Scale, counting up to five subjects as follows
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSC Ordinary (or 4‐symbol at NSSC Higher) for Mathematics;
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSC Ordinary (or 4‐symbol at NSSC Higher) for Physical Science;
Preference will be given to candidates with a Minimum C‐symbol on NSSC Ordinary (or 4‐symbol at NSSC Higher) for English First
Language or Minimum 3‐symbol on NSSC Higher for English Second Language; If a candidate does not have a minimum of B‐
symbol (or equivalent at NSSC Higher) required for English, such candidate must acquire the competencies within the first year
of studies by enrolling for the appropriate English communication courses at lower levels.
OR
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSCO for Mathematics (or e‐symbol on NSSCAS);
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSCO for Physics and/or Chemistry (or e‐symbol on NSSCAS);
Preference will be given to candidates with a Minimum C‐symbol on NSSCO for English First Language (or e‐symbol on NSSCAS);
or Minimum D‐symbol for English Second Language on NSSCAS; If a candidate does not have a minimum of B‐symbol (or
equivalent at NSSC Higher) required for English, such candidate must acquire the competencies within the first year of studies by
enrolling for the appropriate English communication course at lower levels.
Candidates who passed the Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (InSTEM) courses Computer User
Skills, Introduction to Mathematics “A”, Introduction to Physics “A”, and English in Practice may be admitted into the first year of
the Bachelor of Geoinformation Technology programme. Preference will be given to candidates who passed all InSTEM courses.
Holders of the Diploma in Geoinformation Technology from Polytechnic of Namibia at NQF Level 6, an equivalent qualification at
NQF Level 6 from a recognised institution or a pre‐NQF approved Diploma over 3 years in the field of geoinformation technology
may be admitted into the Bachelor of Geoinformation Technology programme with advanced standing on a course by course
credit basis at the discretion of the Department.
Applicants from other institutions must submit detailed information on all courses in their previous qualifications, as well as
contact details of three referees. Applicants may be required to attend a pre‐selection interview and/or test at the discretion of
the Department.
Career Opportunities
Scientist in various fields such as geosciences, geography, GIS operators and technicians, remote sensing, databases, programming and computing, etc.