How to Apply For Health And Environment Course At Unisa

By Klnam Kurt •  Updated: 05/15/24 •  5 min read

Health and the environment are two key components that are very important to human life. These two things play a major role in the survival of human life. As humans, our well-being and happiness depend on our surroundings, and relating them to health and the environment is a major influence.

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It has become increasingly clear to many universities, especially the University of South Africa, that maintaining a balance between health and the environment is crucial.

As a result, they have started offering courses that specifically look into these issues. These courses aim to provide people with the tools and understanding they need to make wise choices that will positively affect both themselves and the world around them.

The introduction of health and environment courses at the University of South Africa has been very instrumental in creating awareness and insight into the choices of human life.

If you are a prospective student looking to make a career in health and the environment, then this article is for you. We will be looking at how to apply for the health and environment course at the University of South Africa and providing essential information on the course to make your choice easier.

How to apply for health and environment course at Unisa

Applicants can apply for a health and environment course at the University of South Africa through their website.

UNISA has made it easy for individuals to take different varieties of health and environmental courses. There are over 8 courses related to health and the environment, with some from other departments and some from the same department.

What are the requirements to study environmental health?

Studying an environmental course at the University of South Africa can be the right choice. With the right guidance and schooling, you can extend your career to include research and development branches in the areas of health and the environment.

Applicants must understand that there are certain key requirements that must be fulfilled to be eligible for admission at the University of South Africa to study environmental health. However, being eligible does not mean automatic admission.

Here are the requirements set by UNISA to study environmental health and safety.

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Completion of senior high school certification or completion of national certification with a minimum of 50% in science, mathematics, life science, or a diploma from any recognized institution

Proficiency in English: students or applicants whose first language is not English are required to provide proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS).

A minimum of 50% in at least four recognized subjects with a credit of 20

How long is the environmental health course?

 In relation to the length of studying environmental health at UNISA, there are different qualifications one must consider. Also, there are other courses that fall under environmental health but have different scopes and regions.

There are numerous courses within the environmental health sector, which, however, complete the overall goal of the environment. In some cases, these courses cover a specific region and can be very subjective.

The length of the environmental health course may depend on the qualification, the type of course, and the university.

Considering the University of South Africa, applicants have a period of 6 months to 4 years to complete an environmental health course. With 6 months being a certification program and 3 years and more being a bachelor’s degree qualification. Students wanting to further their studies by completing their master’s or postgraduate degree may have to spend more years studying the environmental education course at UNISA.

How much do environmental health practitioners earn?

As people look at health and the environment, the aspect of expected salary relating to a profession or career must be checked.

Our environmental health is really demanded in our world. While we look at human survival, we must also look at how our lives can be better in the long run. And this is more related to individuals who pursue courses in environmental health.

Individuals who proceed to climb up the academic ladder to become environmental health practitioners can earn not less than R10,000. Considering a certified environmental health practitioner who might have done a short course but has over 6 years of experience can earn more than someone with a bachelor’s degree in environmental health with no experience,

To say this, experience, qualification, and firm play a major role in determining the earnings of environmental health practitioners.

Based on research and survey results, environmental health practitioners in South Africa can earn an average salary of R12,000.

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