Description
The Diploma in Geomatics programme was purposefully designed to prepare students for a career as survey technician, with
specialised knowledge and skills in the acquisition, processing, presentation, and management of geospatial data. 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. geomatics. The programme will enable students to acquire cognitive skills, practical problem‐solving skills, and key transferable skills that are necessary for addressing challenges in the field of geomatics. In addition, the Diploma in Geomatics will enable students to develop a sense of social responsibility, and an understanding of the role they can play in land reform and sustainable development in Namibia and the Southern African Region. Graduates from this programme should have full regard for achieving excellence and maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in the practice of their profession.
Admission Requirements
Candidates may be admitted to the Diploma of Geomatics programme if they meet the NUST General Admission Requirements,
and comply with the following additional requirements:
- A Grade 12 Certificate (or equivalent) with a combined total of at least 25 points on the Engineering Evaluation Scale, counting up to five subjects that must include Mathematics, Physical Science, and English, in NSSC Higher or Ordinary, or a combination of the two examinations;
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSC Ordinary (or 4‐symbol at NSSC Higher) for Mathematics;
- Minimum D‐symbol on NSSC Ordinary for Physical Science; Or, as of the beginning of 2021,
- A Grade 11 Certificate (NSSCO or equivalent) with a combined total of at least 25 points on the Engineering Evaluation Scale, counting up to five subjects that must include Mathematics, Physical Science, and English;
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSCO for Mathematics;
- Minimum D‐symbol on NSSCO for Physics; [101]Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment ‐ Yearbook 2023 Or, as of the beginning of 2022,
- combination of a Grade 11 Certificate (NSSCO) and a Grade 12 Certificate (NSSCAS) with a combined total of at least 25 points on the Engineering Evaluation Scale, counting up to five subjects that must include Mathematics, Physical Science and English;
- Minimum C‐symbol on NSSCO for Mathematics (or e‐symbol on NSSCAS);
- Minimum D‐symbol on NSSCO for Physics;
Mature Age Students may be admitted in terms of the Mature Age Entry Scheme. Selection for mature age entry will be by
means of appropriate written entrance tests, three years’ work experience, satisfactory references, as well as gaining entry into
the English course Language in Practice
Career Opportunities
Survey technicians in environments ranging from traditional cadastral and engineering surveying to mining surveying, GIS, digital cartography, drafting, land registration, etc.
