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1 POLYTECHNIC OF NAMIBIA GUIDE to PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS 206 POLYTECHNIC OF NAMIBIA University of Science and Technology high-tech... student-centered... wireless... environment

2 VISION To be a premier university of science and technology preparing leaders for the knowledge economy. MISSION To be a responsive university, creatively meeting the needs of students, society and the economy through multiple pathways for excellent education, applied research, innovation and service, in collaboration with stakeholders.

3 CONTENT About Polytechnic of Namibia (PoN)...4 Applying to the Polytechnic...5 Types of Applications and Admission Requirements...6 Applying on-line...7 Registration...8 Tuition Fees...9 Hostel Accommodation...0 Other Student Activities...0 SCHOOLS Computing & Informatics...2 Engineering...4 Health and Applied Sciences...6 Human Sciences...8 Management Sciences...20 Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences...24 Contacts...27 Regional Centres...28 Calendar (January 206)

4 About the Polytechnic of Namibia (PoN) The Polytechnic of Namibia (PON) is contributing to wealth creation through excellence in technology-oriented career and professional education and training, applied research and service. As an academic community, we continuously strive to produce enhanced economic utility through scholarly activities, as expressed in discovering, preserving and applying knowledge. The Institution was established in 994 through an Act of Parliament and is situated in the heart of the City of Windhoek, Namibia. On 2 December 202 Cabinet resolved that the Polytechnic should be renamed to the Namibia University of Science and Technology. The transformation has been set in motion in Parliament and final approval by the President of Namibia is expected to be a formality in 205. The PoN Academic Structure consists of 7 Schools/Faculties namely, the Schools of Computing and Informatics, Engineering, Health and Applied Sciences, Human Sciences, Management Sciences, Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences and the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business. Currently, more than 2,000 students are enrolled to study on a full-time, part-time and distance education basis. PoN qualifications are nationally and internationally recognised through a rigorous development and approval process including benchmarking and quality assurance. All students are equipped with relevant computer skills and knowledge of information systems. The campus has wireless connections in strategic places enabling students to use their own computers to access the Student Kiosk, Webmail and Internet. With almost computers available in computer labs all over the main campus and regional centres, students can use these facilities to quickly access learning resources. Applying to the PoN APPLICATION DUE DATES: All: May 3 August 205 Mature Age Entry: May to 3 July 205 (no late applications will be considered) Late Applications: -30 September 205 NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEES: Manual Applications: Undergraduate Studies (N$40); Postgraduate Studies (N$220); Late Applications: (N$40) Online Application: All (N$80) PAYMENT OPTIONS: Please DO NOT send cash in the post. We also do NOT accept Postal Orders. Rather send a cheque or make deposits through the bank. Did you know? The Polytechnic of Namibia has dominated the higher education sector in Namibia in recent years and has established a national, regional and international reputation of quality and excellence. This is reflected by the fact that between 2002 and 2008, the Poly walked away with six PMR Golden Arrow Awards as the Best Higher Education/ Tertiary Education Institution in Namibia. The Poly has won the Diamond Arrow Award (top award) in this category every year since OUR BANKING DETAILS ARE: Polytechnic of Namibia, First National Bank, Account Number: , Branch Code: Corporate Branch, 28872, International Swift Code: FIRNNANX. Original deposit slips must accompany the application form (please keep a copy of the deposit slip for your own records). CASH PAYMENTS: Cash Payments can be made at our office at the Student Administrative Service Centre, 3 Storch Street, Windhoek, or at any Polytechnic Regional Centre. 4

5 PoN Admission Point Scale PoN Admission Point Scale We use the PoN Admission Point Scale to facilitate admission based on your schoolleaving results. We convert your school-leaving subject symbols or percentages into points, then we add these points up to see if you have obtained the minimum number of points required to be considered for entry into your preferred programme of study. Points NSSC (H)/ HIGCSE NSSC (O)/ IGCSE NSC (RSA) 0 A B 6 GCE (A) GCSE(O) IB HL C 5 7 IB SL 7 4 A 5 D A B 4 E B C 3 F C D 2 D E E F F 8-9 ADMISSION POINT SCALE: NSSC (H) Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Higher Level; NSSC (O) Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level; HIGCSE Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education; IGCSE International General Certificate of Secondary Education; NSC National Senior Certificate (South Africa); GCE General Certificate of Education (Advanced and Ordinary Levels); IB International Baccalaureate Schools (Higher Levels & Standard Levels) Angolan Did you know? In 204, President H Pohamba honoured the Rector of the PoN, Prof Tjama Tjivikua, with National Honours: The Most Distinguished Order of Namibia: Second Class, for his outstanding achievement in contributing to the development of education in Namibia The National Qualifications Framework (NQF) The National Qualifications Framework is a register of all relevant and legal qualifications in Namibia kept by the Namibia Qualifications Authority. The NQF is made up of ten levels, each representing a different level of complexity in learning and/or the application of knowledge and skills learnt. The Polytechnic of Namibia is leading the way in registering its qualifications on the NQF. 5 Level at NQF Type of Qualification at PoN 0 Doctorate 9 Master 8 Honours, Professional Bachelor Degrees 7 Bachelor Degrees 6 Diploma 5 Certificate

6 Types of applications and their admission requirements Type Who should apply? Minimum Admission Requirements UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES General Admission Requirements Mature Age Entry Scheme Current Grade 2 learners or learners who completed Grade 2 Applicants who do not meet the General Admission Requirements, but who have passed at least Grade 0/ Standard points in 5 subjects including a minimum E-Symbol in English on NSSC Ordinary Level Applicants must: have reached the age of 23 years on January of the academic year for which admission is sought; have at least a Junior Secondary Certificate (Standard 8); show evidence that they have worked for at least three years; and pass the Polytechnic Numeracy and English Language Proficiency tests which will take place from 6-8 August 205. Advanced Standing POSTGRADUATE STUDIES Honours degree Master s Degree Doctorate Applicants with credits or qualifications from other accredited institutions of higher learning who would like to enter higher study levels within a programme. Note: Admission through the Mature Age Entry Scheme is limited to a small percentage of the planned enrolment in a programme, while some programmes do not consider any such candidates due to the Scientific and/or Mathematical basis of these programmes. Admission with advanced standing shall be considered under the following conditions: Credits must make up at least the equivalent of one study period (one semester or one year) of the programme for which advanced standing is applied for; and Credits must not be older than eight years and must be presented in an official original academic transcript from the institution concerned. At least a Bachelor s Degree at NQF level 7 or equivalent qualification At least a Bachelor Honours Degree at NQF Level 8 or equivalent At least a Master s Degree at NQF Level 9 or equivalent Notes:. Individual programmes might have additional admission requirements. 2. For additional admission requirements please consult the PoN Yearbook for 205. How can I apply to the PoN? Before you apply to the PoN familiarise yourself with the programmes/ qualifications on offer as well as the admission requirements. After deciding on a qualification, you can apply to the PoN online ( or you can submit an application form at the PoN Main Campus, any of the Regional Centres or via the post. Applying online provides you with immediate notification that your application has been received. You will also be able to follow the progress of your application online and you pay less for an application. Strategic self-help stations have been established on the Main Campus as well as the Regional Centres for those applicants who do not have access to internet services. These points will be in operation from 08:00 to 5:00 daily. Submit only ONE application. Make sure that you complete the entire application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered for admission. All documents as stipulated on page 8 must be included in your application. We do not accept faxed copies of application forms or supporting documents. You will need a valid address since all correspondence with you will be sent via . 6

7 Applying on-line Log on to our website at and click on Online Application Complete your biographical information and Save You will receive your reference number. Create your pin and save. REMEMBER your pin! Use the reference number issued to you to make a payment, either by bank deposit or buy a voucher at the PoN Main Campus or any PoN Regional Centre. You will be automatically taken to the Student Kiosk. Click on Application and complete Steps to 6. Click on the help button if you get stuck. UPLOAD YOUR DOCUMENTS You can always login to follow the progress of your application by clicking on Academic Admission Status. Notes: Click on the help button should you get stuck. Your application is completed when you receive the following message: Your application has been successfully lodged. You will not be able to complete your application unless the application fee has been received. Current or ex-pon students who would like to change their programme of studies or continue with their studies must directly enter the Student Kiosk. Your application will not be processed unless all documents have been uploaded. After your application has been received: You will receive a confirmation of receipt of your application by . Your application will be processed and you will receive the outcome of your application by the st week of December 205. You are welcome to follow up during December 205 or early January 206 if you did not receive the outcome of your application yet. Final Selection Final selection for a programme will take place during the last week in January annually, based on the final examination results of all qualifying candidates for that programme. All qualifying candidates will report on campus on dates as determined by the Registrar and will participate in such specific selection processes as may be determined by the Department concerned. A qualifying candidate is a candidate who has properly submitted an application for studies; who has met the general admission requirements and who has met the specific admission requirements for a programme. The final selection process will generally not be applicable to students who wish to study on a distance education mode, but may be so applied in exceptional cases. Notices will be given in such cases. 7

8 Registration Registration of selected applicants who have applied during the application period in 205 takes place during January-February 206. The dates will be stipulated in your admission letter. You are expected to report for registration on the date that is indicated on your admission letter otherwise you will forfeit your place. Certified copies of documents that must accompany your application: Identity Document/Birth Certificate (Namibian citizens); Passport (non- Namibian citizens) Proof of payment (e.g. original bank deposit slip) Latest school results e.g. Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC); Grade 2 learners August 205 results; Declaration and Undertaking. If you are under the age of 8, the form must be co-signed by your legal guardian or a parent. In addition to the above-mentioned documents, the following applicants must also submit the indicated documents: Mature Age Entry Scheme Applicants: Reference letter from employer(s). Postgraduate/Advanced Standing: Certified copies of qualification(s) obtained after Grade 2 (e.g. Diploma, Degree, etc.), original academic record/ Transcripts and complete syllabi. Foreign applicants: Latest qualification in original language and a translation if the qualification is in a language other than English, NQA Evaluation if the qualifications obtained outside the SADC Region. 8

9 Tuition Fees The table (right) lists the fees for 205 for the first year undergraduate programme. It will give you an idea of what the fees are likely to be for a typical first year student, although it will probably be +/-0% higher in 206. Tuition fees DO NOT include other expenses such as books (except study guides for distance education students), stationery, accommodation, transport, etc. PROGRAMME YEAR N$ PROGRAMME YEAR N$ SCHOOL OF COMPUTING & INFORMATICS SCHOOL OF HUMAN SCIENCES Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Computer Science in Cyber Security Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Correctional Management 6 0 Bachelor of Informatics Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Policing SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING Bachelor of English Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Bachelor of Journalism & Media Technology Bachelor of Engineering: Civil Bachelor of Public Management B.Tech: Civil Engineering Certificate in Vocational Education and Training (CVET) Bachelor of Engineering: Electronics & Telecommunications SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES B.Tech: Electronic Engineering Diploma in Accounting and Finance 9 60 Bachelor of Engineering: Electrical Power Bachelor of Business Management 2 80 B.Tech: Electrical Power Bachelor of Economics 9 60 Bachelor of Engineering: Mechanical Bachelor of Hospitality Management 2 80 B.Tech: Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Human Resources Management Bachelor of Engineering: Mining Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management 2 80 Bachelor of Engineering: Metallurgy Bachelor of Marketing 2 80 SCHOOL OF HEALTH & APPLIED SCIENCES Bachelor of Office Management & Technology Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics & Statistics Bachelor of Tourism Management Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Bachelor of Transport Management Bachelor of Environmental Health Sciences SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND SPATIAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care Bachelor of Architecture Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Agricultural Management Bachelor of Geo-Information Technology Bachelor of Geomatics Bachelor of Land Administration Bachelor of Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) Bachelor of Regional and Rural Development Bachelor of Property Studies Bachelor of Town and Regional Planning

10 Hostel accommodation Three Hostels on campus provide a bed-capacity of 47 to both male and female full-time students. Due to limited spaces available, preference is given to students residing outside the borders of the City of Windhoek. The Kitchen Services provide students with a wide range of nutritional meals served at breakfast, lunch and dinner. All resident students will be levied 50% of the meal fees per semester which is payable whether meals are taken or not. Application forms for Hostel Accommodation can be found on the PoN Website at www. polytechnic.edu.na. Registration for residence is done per semester. Any student who leaves the residence before the semester ends, will be charged for the whole semester. Residence Fees: per semester Deposit at Registration: N$3 500 including a refundable breakage deposit of N$770. Namibian and SADC Citizens: N$6 950 (small single room), N$7 650 (medium-sized single room), N$8 270 (single room with balcony) and N$6 470 per person (double room) International: N$3 829 (single room), N$,620 per person (double room) Meal Fees: Per semester N$4 730 Did you know? The Bureau of Comptuer Services at the PoN is hosting one of Africa s largest public download servers which contain very useful and popular Free/ Libre Open Sources Software (FLOSS) packages. Other Student Activities 0 Through the Office of the Dean of Students, the PoN offers students a variety of services and programmes: Sport & Culture: Sports provides a platform for students to participate in a variety of sport codes while cultural activities encourage cultural heritage including a week long cultural festival, crowning of Mr and Miss Polytechnic and other activities. Job-placement Services: Provide students with career guidance counselling e.g. Workshops in CV writing and job-hunting skills, Career Guidance programmes e.g. Annual Career Fair, graduate recruitment programme and job placement of students. Health Services Clinic: Provides primary health care, focuses on the prevention of illness, promotes a healthy life style and general hygiene. Social Welfare Services: Which focuses on social problems and promotes mental health for students. Various workshops take place throughout the year ranging from relationships, sexual harassment, stress management, alcohol and substance abuse etc. Student Counselling and HIV/AIDS Coordination Services: Provides academic and HIV pre- and post-test counselling. Various workshops take place throughout the year e.g. Leadership workshops, HIV/AIDS Awareness Campaign, HIV/AIDS peer counselling training etc. Other Services offered: elearning: elearning is a method of learning by utilising electronic technologies to access educational curricula outside of a traditional classroom. This means you can study anywhere and at any time, which is a real plus for those students who have a busy schedule. Free web-based and student web service: Allows students access to student records, financial statements, examination time-tables etc. Different Societies/Clubs: PoN Debate Society, Religious Societies, Women Engineering Society, Aids Awareness Club etc.

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12 School of Computing & Informatics For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult the PoN Yearbook, Part 4, School of Computing and Informatics on our website at edu.na/?q=download/annualreports-documents NO MATURE AGE ENTRY APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. Contact: Associate Dean: Prof H.N. Muyingi via the Dean s Secretary Ms. Rachel Amundaba ramundaba@polytechnic.edu.na Tel: The Faculty Officer: Mr. Wynand Narimab, wnarimab@polytechnic.edu.na, Tel:

13 Programme Specialisations Admission Requirements Modes of Study Duration (Years) Illustrations of Career Possibilities Department of Computer Science: To develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills, and apply these to address/solve CIT related problems/challenges in the context of an organisation or the community. Bachelor of Computer Science Programme Code: 07BACS NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 365 Systems Administration, Communication Networks, Software Development General Admission Requirements of PoN including a C-symbol in Mathematics on NSSC(O) FM/PM 3 Computer Scientist, Software Developer, Systems Administrator or Network Specialist Bachelor of Computer Science in Cyber Security Programme Code : 07BCCS Cyber Security General Admission Requirements of PoN including a C-symbol in Mathematics on NSSC(O) FM/PM 3 Computer and information systems security officers, computer systems security analysts, database and computer systems security administrators, information security analysts as well as web and computer forensics. Bachelor of Computer Science Honours Programme Codes: 08BCHC/ 08BCSH/ 08BCHM /08BHIS/08BHDF Communication Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Information Security, Digital Forensics Bachelor s degree in Computer Sciences or Information Technology or equivalent on NQF Level 7 worth at least 360 credits. PM Supervisory/middle management and applied research positions in the Computing industry, academia and in the public sector. Master of Computer Science Programme Code: 09MCSC NQF Level 9 NQF Credits 240 Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science Programme Code: 0PDCS NQF Level 0 NQF Credits 360 Communication Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Software Engineering, Information Security, Forensic Computing Communication Networks, Software Development, Mobile Development, Software Engineering, Information Security, Forensic Computing Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related on NQF Level 8. Master s degree in Computer Science or related at NQF level 9. Researchbased Researchbased Senior management and applied research positions in the Computing industry, academia and in the public sector. Department of Informatics: To develop the required cognitive/intellectual skills, practical as well as key transferable skills, and apply these in order to address/solve Computing and Informatics (CI) problems/challenges in the context of an organisation. Bachelor of Informatics Programme Code: 07BAIF NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 375 Informatics General Admission Requirements of PoN including a C-symbol in Mathematics on NSSC(O) FM/PM 3 Informatics Specialist in Business Computing or Information systems Postgraduate Certificate in Informatics Programme Code: 08PGCI Information Systems Audit Three-year Advanced Diploma or Bachelor degree or equivalent at NQF Level 7. Two years working experience PM Certified Information Systems Auditor, Information Security Specialist. Bachelor of Informatics Honours Programme Codes: 08BIFH, 08BIHB NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 20 Web Informatics, Business Informatics Bachelor degree in Informatics or Bachelor of IT in Business Computing or equivalent at NQF Level 7 worth at least 360 credits PM Supervisory/middle management and applied research positions in the Computing industry, academia and in the public sector. Master of Informatics Programme Code: 09MINF NQF Level 9 NQF Credits 240 Doctor of Philosophy in Informatics Programme Code: 0PDIN NQF Level 0 NQF Credits 360 Web Informatics, Business Informatics Web Informatics, Business Informatics Bachelor s degree in Informatics at NQF Level 8 or equivalent Master s degree in Informatics or related at NQF level 9. Researchbased Researchbased Senior management and scientific research positions in the Computing industry, academia and in the public sector. 3

14 School of Engineering Q What is the difference between Bachelor of Technology (BTech) and Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) programmes? Bachelor of Technology degrees are ideal for students who like science, A math and computers and who are analytical and want to know how things work. Teaching methods are more hands-on experimentation and demonstration during lectures. With a Bachelor of Technology degree you will be an engineering technologist capable of working in both hands-on roles and supervisory or management positions within the engineering industry. Bachelor of Engineering degrees are ideal for students with mathematical and logical strengths. Teaching methods are aimed at developing and understanding mathematical foundations related to a specific engineering discipline. After completion of the BEng degree a student must register with the Engineering Council of Namibia as a Professional Engineer and follow careers ranging from design, project management, policy development, business and financial analysis to various management positions. Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (InSTEM): InSTEM is a bridging programme that targets students who do not meet the admission requirements of programmes in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics at the PoN. When successfully completing this programme, students will be eligible for admission to undergraduate programmes in STEM, depending on the specific requirements of relevant Schools General Admission Requirements: 25 points in 5 subjects including at least a D-symbol in Mathematics and Physical Science. Applicants interested in programmes offered by the Schools of Health & Applied Sciences or Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences should also score a D-symbol in Mathematics OR applicants must have passed at least four (4) N3 or N4 subjects with at least 50% and 40% respectively in Mathematics and Physics equivalent subject. NO MATURE AGE ENTRY APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult the PoN Yearbook, Part 5, School of Engineering on our website at polytechnic.edu.na/?q=download/annual-reports-documents. The Dean: Dr. Samuel John via the Dean s Secretary: Ms. Rita Olivier, rolivier@polytechnic.edu.na, Tel: , Contact The Faculty Officer: Mr. Oswin Nangula, onangula@polytechnic.edu.na, Tel:

15 Programme Admission Requirements (NSSC) Modes of Study Duration (Years) Illustrations of Career Possibilities Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering: Civil Engineering refers to planning, designing, construction and maintaining the physical and naturally build environment, including works like bridges, roads, canals, dams and buildings. National Diploma in Civil Engineering and Project Management Programme Code: 35DCPM Bachelor of Technology: Civil : Urban or Water Programme Code: 35BCUR / 35BCWT Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering Programme Code: 08BCIV NQF Level: 8, NQF Credits 597 Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering Programme Code: 09MECE 30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in Mathematics, Physical Science and English. OR a Pass in at least 4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% in each including Mathematics and Physics equivalent subject. OR pass the InSTEM bridging programme 5 FM 3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering and Project Management FM 37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science and English on NSSC(H). Relevant Bachelor s degree at NQF Level 8 or equivalent FM 4 FM/ PM Engineering technologists in fields like construction, manufacturing, product design, testing, or technical services and sales. Professional Engineers in structural engineering, transportation engineering, water engineering and geotechnical engineering 2 Engineering managers, Senior Engineers, Consultants, Researchers, Academics, etc. Department of Mining and Process Engineering: Mining Engineering is concerned with the safe, economic and environmentally sustainable recovery, processing and marketing of mineral resources from the earth. The Mining Engineering degree programme includes elements from other disciplines including geology, metallurgy, accounting, economics and management. Bachelor of Engineering in Mining Programme Code: 08BMIN NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 594 Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgy Programme Code: 08BMET NQF Level 8, NQF Credits points in 5 subjects including a minimum Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science and English on NSSC(H). FM 4 Mining Engineer (middle management position), Consultants, Academic Institutes (Junior Lecturer, Researcher), Environmental and Safety Practitioners, Banking and Insurance as Risk Managers and Performance Assessors, Projects Engineer, Projects Manager, Six Sigma Champions/Drivers, Mine Manager (Senior Management Position). Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering: Graduates with professional degrees in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering become involved in the design, performance analysis and optimisation of electronic and telecommunication systems and products. On the other hand, Electrical Power Engineering graduates get involved in the design, performance analysis and optimisation of power generation, transmission and distribution systems. Bachelor of Technology in Power Engineering Programme Code: 35BPEN Bachelor of Technology in Electronic Engineering Programme Code: 35BELL Bachelor of Engineering: Electronics & Telecommunications Programme Code: 35BEET Bachelor of Engineering: Electrical Power Programme Code: 35BEEP 30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in Mathematics, Physical Science and English. OR a Pass in at least 4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% in each including Mathematics and Physics equivalent subject. OR a pass the InSTEM programme 30 points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in Mathematics, Physical Science and in English. OR a Pass in at least 4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% in each including Mathematics and Physics equivalent subject. OR a pass in the InSTEM programme 37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science and English on NSSC(H). FM 4 FM 4 FM 4 ½ Engineering technologists in areas of power distribution and domestic installations to large commercial complexes. Engineering technologists in areas of telecommunications and radio/tv broadcasting, repair of electronic equipment and systems Professional Engineers in areas of telecommunications and radio/tv broadcasting, design of electronic equipment and systems Professional Engineers in areas of power distribution Department of Mechanical & Marine Engineering: Mechanical Engineering covers a vast range of activities from simple hand tools to spacecraft. Areas of study cover mechanisms, the use of heat to deliver work and the reverse process, the factors influencing the strength of components of machines and structures, manufacturing processes and design of components. Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering Programme Code: 35BMEC Bachelor of Engineering: Mechanical Programme Code: 35BEME Master of Industrial Engineering Programme Code: 09MIEN NQF Level 9, NQF Credits points in 5 subjects including A-symbols in Mathematics, Physical Science and English. OR a Pass in at least 4 N5/N6 subjects with at least 40% in each including Mathematics and Physics equivalent subject. OR a in pass the InSTEM programme 37 points in 5 subjects including a minimum Grade 3 in Mathematics, Physical Science and English on NSSC(H). Relevant Bachelor s degree at NQF Level 8 or equivalent with a research component, be employed or self-employed FM 4 FM FM/ PM 4 ½ 2 Engineering technologists in areas of mechanical engineering regarding mechanical design, energy conversion, materials testing, manufacturing processes, product safety and reliability. Professional Engineers in areas of mechanical engineering regarding mechanical design, energy conversion, materials testing, manufacturing processes, product safety and reliability. Operations Managers, Quality Assurance Managers, Productivity Analysts, Supply Chain Managers, Project Managers etc.

16 School of Health & Applied Sciences For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult the PoN Yearbook, Part 6, School of Health and Applied Sciences on our website at edu.na/?q=download/annual-reportsdocuments Contact: The Dean: Prof. Sylvester R. Moyo via the Secretary: Ms. Muriel Mouton Tel: The Faculty Officer: Ms. Mercia Richards mrichards@polytechnic.edu.na Tel:

17 Programme Description Admission Requirements (NSSC) Department of Health Sciences: Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences Programme Code: 50BBMS NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 55 Bachelor of Environmental Health Science Programme Code: 08BEHS NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 57 Bachelor of Pre-hospital Emergency Medical Care Programme Code: 07BEMC NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 383 Department of Mathematics and Statistics Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics & Statistics Programme Code: 07BAMS Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics Honours Programme Code: 08BSMH Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics Honours Programme Codes: 08BSSH Department of Natural and Applied Sciences Bachelor of Science Programme Code: 07BOSC Professional degree that enable students to identify disease-causing bacteria, microscopically differentiate cells, micro-organisms and crystals; and operate complex electronic instruments to analyse blood for the presence of abnormal and malignant cells, components and chemical elements. Professional degree that enable students to play a vital role in preventative health care to prevent the outbreak of disease, as well as in health management systems as an integral part of the National Health Care programme in communities Graduates of this programme will be able to competently integrate and apply theoretical principles and practical clinical procedures and techniques in order to independently provide emergency medical care to injured and/or ill patients within the scope of practice stipulated by the Health Professions Council of Namibia (HPCNA). Graduates will be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of Mathematics and Statistics in modelling and solving problems related to business, economics, management and other real world phenomena. Postgraduate specialising degrees that aim at consolidating and deepening the knowledge and expertise in the Mathematics and Statistics disciplines. Graduates will be equipped with cognitive, problem-solving and key transferable skills necessary for addressing a wide range of pressing challenges in relation to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The programme structure facilitates exposure of students to a variety of disciplines and in the final year specialisation towards Biology, Chemistry or Physics. General admission requirements including a B symbol in Biology, Mathematics and Physical Science or pass in InSTEM bridging programme. No Mature Age Entry applications will be accepted. General admission requirements of which 8 points must be obtained in Biology, Mathematics and Physical Science. No symbol may be lower than a C or pass in InSTEM bridging programme. No Mature Age Entry applications will be accepted. General admission requirements including at least a D-symbol in Mathematics and Biology or Physical Science. Mature Age Entry applications must pass at least 60% and 50% in PoN English and Mathematics Tests respectively. General admission requirements including at least a B-symbol in Mathematics. Candidates that obtained a C-symbol in Mathematics wil be required to sit for an entrance test in Mathematics. No Mature Age Entry applications will be accepted. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics & Statistics degree or equivalent with a minimum average of 60% in major subjects. General admission requirements of which 5 points must be obtained in Biology, Mathematics and Physical Science. No symbol may be lower than a D. No Mature Age Entry applications will be accepted. Modes of Study Duration (Years) FM 4 FM 4 FM 3 FM/PM 3 FM/PM FM 3 Illustrations of Career Possibilities Registered Medical Laboratory Scientists in clinical laboratories, food industry, water analysis etc. Registered Environmental Health Practitioner, Health Inspectors. Registered Emergency Care Technician, Advanced Life Support Practitioners (Paramedics) Planner, Analyst, Statistician Employment opportunities in private and government institutions e.g. laboratories, manufacturing, biotech, food processing, agriculture and environmental organisations. 7

18 School of Human Sciences For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult the PoN Yearbook, Part 3, School of Human Sciences on our website at polytechnic.edu.na/?q=download/annual-reportsdocuments Contact: Dean: Dr. Sarala Krishnamurthy Via the Dean s Secretary Ms. Ndapewa Nangombe nkuwa@polytechnic.edu.na Tel: The Faculty Officer: Ms. Petsy Neiss pneiss@polytechnic.edu.na Tel:

19 Programme Admission Requirements (NSSC) Modes of Study Duration (Years) Department of Communication: Programmes aim at equipping students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in communication management and administration Bachelor of Communication Programme Code: 07BACO Bachelor of Communication Honours Programme Code: 08BCOH Bachelor of English Programme Code: 07BAEN Bachelor of English Honours Programme Code: 08BENH Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology Programme Code: 07BJMT Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology Honours Programme Code: 08BJMH General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Bachelor of Communication or equivalent at NQF Level 7 PM Career Possibilities Communication Managers, Speech Writers, Public Relations Officers, Press Liaison Officers General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Teaching, Acting, Editing, Publishing, Curriculum Development, production of in-house magazines Bachelor of English or equivalent at NQF Level 7 PM/DI and newsletters, translations General Admission Requirements of PoN PM 3 Bachelor of Journalism and Media Technology or equivalent at NQF Level 7 PM Journalist, Public Relations and Communications, Multi-media Design and Production Department of Social Sciences: To foster an understanding of professional policing, law enforcement and correctional management taking into consideration best practices internationally. The Honours programme caters not only for the wider Namibian Criminal Justice System but also for the Criminal Justice Systems of other SADC member states. Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Correctional Management Programme Code: 07BCJC Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Policing Programme Code: 07BACJ Bachelor of Criminal Justice Honours Programme Code: 08BCJH Bachelor of Public Management Programme Code: 07BPMN Bachelor of Public Management Honours Programme Code: 08BHPM General Admission Requirements of PoN PM 3 Prisons and Correction Officers, Security Industry General Admission Requirements of PoN PM 3 Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Policing or Correctional Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 PM General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Bachelor of Public Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 FM/PM/DI Police Officer, Security Industry, Immigration Services, Forensic Services Senior positions in finance, economics, human resources management in government and pulic enterprises, NGOs etc. Department of Education and Languages: has two sections i.e. Education and Languages. The Education Sector offers qualifications which provide opportunities to individuals with industrial experience who want to make a career change or develop a career in Vocational Education and Training. In-service individuals can also advance their training and management competencies in a professional career oriented manner. In addition to the English Communication courses offered for formal qualifications, non-formal language proficiency courses in e.g. Afrikaans, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Oshikwanyama, Oshindonga, Oshiherero etc are offered. Certificate in Vocational Education and Training (CVET) Programme Code: 04CVET NQF Level 4, NQF Credits 37 Higher Certificate in Vocational Education and Training: Trainer (HCVT) Programme Code: 05HCVT NQF Level 5, NQF Credits 42 Diploma in Vocational Education and Training Management Programme Code: 06DVET NQF Level 6, NQF Credits 230 General Admissions Requirements of PoN; Applicants must be qualified in a designated trade and have 3 years relevant work experience. FM/PM/DI CVET FM/PM/DI HCVT FM/PM/DI Professional Vocational Instructors 9

20 School of Management Sciences Contacts: Dean: Mr. Kofi Boamah Via the Secretary, Ms. Angela Apollus Tel: , aapollus@polytechnic.edu.na Faculty Officers: Department of Accounting, Economics & Finance: Ms. Ottilie Nelago, Tel: , onelago@polytechnic.edu.na For additional requirements and programme content, kindly consult the PoN Yearbook, Part 2, School of Management Sciences on our website at polytechnic.edu.na/?q=download/annual-reports-documents Department of Management; and Department of Hospitality and Tourism: Mr. Gilbert //Hoabeb, Tel: , ghoabeb@polytechnic.edu.na Department of Marketing & Logistics and Human Resources Management: Ms. Indira Mbako, Tel: , imbako@polytechnic.edu.na 20

21 Programme Admission Requirements (NSSC) Modes of Study Duration (Years) Illustrations of Career Possibilities Department of Accounting, Economics & Finance: offers programmes in Accounting and Finance (opportunities to students who wish to pursue careers in any of the sub-systems of the accounting function, including auditing and taxation), Advanced Diploma in the Theory of Accounting (preparation of students who completed their Accounting degrees at NQF level 7 or equivalent at institutions that are not accredited by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in South Africa (SAICA) and/or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Namibia (ICAN), to enter a Post Graduate Certificate in the Theory of Accounting which is required by SAICA and ICAN for entry to Part of the qualifying Examinations leading to the Chartered Accountant (Namibia) and Economics (where graduates will have acquired cognitive/intellectual skills, practical skills and key transferable skills that they will be able to apply in solving economic problems that fact the public and private sectors as well as the overall economy) Diploma in Accounting and Finance Programme Code: 06DPAF NQF Level 6 NQF Credits 262 Bachelor of Accounting (General) Programme Code: 07BACP NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 398 Bachelor of Accounting (Chartered Accountancy) Programme Code: 07BACG NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 409 Advanced Diploma in the Theory of Accounting (ADTA) Programme Code: 07ADTA NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 20 Bachelor of Economics Programme Code: 07BECO NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 340 Bachelor of Economics Honours Programme Code: 08BECH NQF Level 8 NQF Credits points in 5 subjects including an E-symbol in English and a C-symbol in Mathematics. Mature Age Candidates must pass the PoN English Test and Mathematics test with 50% and 60% respectively. FM/PM/DI 2 Accounts clerks at entry level PoN Diploma in Accounting & Finance FM/PM/DI Junior Accountants, Internal Auditors, Tax Assistants PoN Diploma in Accounting & Finance FM/PM/DI A relevant Bachelor s degree at NQF Level 7 or equivalent General Admission Requirement of the PoN including a minimum D-symbol in Mathematics A relevant Bachelor of Economics or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 with a minimum overall of 60% in Economics courses FM/PM Further studies into the Post Graduate Certificate in the Theory of Accounting FM/PM/DI 3 Economist, Trainee Financial Analyst, Trainee Manager, Broker/Dealers FM/PM Economic/Senior Economic Researchers, Financial/Senior Financial Analysts, Junior Lecturers Department of Hospitality and Tourism: seeks among others to develop hospitality and tourism programmes that are responsive to industry needs for specialists in Namibia and the SADC region as a whole. Special emphasis is placed on creating an interdisciplinary base for research, policy analysis, planning and theoretical education and to develop understanding of the complex nature of the hospitality and tourism industry Bachelor of Hospitality Management Programme Code: 07BHMN NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 400 Bachelor of Tourism Management Programme Code: 07BOTM NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 360 General Admission Requirements of the PoN Required to wear uniform FM 3 Managerial jobs as Hotel Managers and Divisional Manager, Entrepreneur General Admission Requirements of the PoN FM 3 Positions in the tourism industry such as administration officers, sales and marketing personnel, guest relations, public relations and customer service personnel, information/ front officer personnel, events and conference coordinators, community based tourism enterprises supervisors, Entrepreneurs 2

22 Department of Management: offers various programmes in Business Management, Human Resources Management and Office Management and Technology. It is almost as old as the institution itself. It parades itself as the mother of almost all Departments in the Institution since it services them either in one area or the other. The Department likes to add value to student expectations through quality teaching and learning activities that would enable successful integration of theory and practice in the world of business management Bachelor of Business Management Programme Code: 07BBMA NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 369 Bachelor of Human Resources Management Programme Code: 07BHRM NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 397 Bachelor of Human Resources Management Honours Programme Code: 08HRMH NQF Level 8 NQF Credits 20 Bachelor of Office Management and Technology Programme Code: 07BOMT NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 400 General Admission Requirements of PoN including at least an E-symbol in Mathematics FM/PM/DI 3 General higher level positions in purchasing, logistics, operations, finance etc. General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Higher level positions in training and development, industrial relations, career management, health and safety management A Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 FM/PM Management positions in purchasing, logistics, operations and finance General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Office Manager, Executive Secretary, Personal Assistant Department of Marketing and Logistics: offers programmes in Marketing (where graduates will be able to perform a wide spectrum of routine, complex and multi-dimensional marketing and marketingrelated tasks, duties and responsibilities and achieve reliable results with minimal or no supervision), Transport Management (that aims to equip students with applied competencies in understanding and interpretation of transport safety and traffic management, transport economics and management and regulatory principles) and Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Bachelor of Marketing Programme Code: 07BMAR NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 369 Bachelor of Marketing Honours Programme Code: 08HMAR NQF Level 8 NQF Credits 4 General Admission Requirements of PoN with at least a D-symbol in Mathematics A Bachelor s degree in Marketing or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7 with an aggregate of 60% in major marketing subjects FM/PM/DI 3 Executive positions in marketing, sales, business development etc. FM/PM/DI Bachelor of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Programme Code: 07BLSM NQF Level 7 NQF Credits 388 Bachelor of Logistics Honours Programme Code: 22BLOH NQF Level 8 NQF Credits 4 Master of Logistics and Supply Chain Management Programme Code: 09MLSC NQF Level 9 NQF Credits 240 Bachelor of Transport Management Programme Code: 07BTRM NQF Level 7 NQF Credits General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Positions in supply chain management, intermodal transport, legal framework and information technology A Bachelor s degree or its equivalent in fields such as Business Management, Business Computing or Economics at NQF Level 7 A Bachelor Honours degree or its equivalent in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related cognate area of learning or equivalent at NQF Level 8 PM PM Specialist and managerial roles in logistics and supply chain management. General Admission Requirements of PoN FM/PM/DI 3 Positions in transport management including Road Safety & Infrastructure Management, Transport Economics, Legal Framework and Transport Operations Management etc 22

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24 School of Natural Resources & Spatial Science Contact: Dean: Mr Lameck Mwewa Via the Secretary Ms Ingrid Mgohagulema Tel: imghohagulema@polytechnic.edu.na Faculty Officer Ms Nerience Hoebes Tel: nhoebes@polytechnic.edu.na Programme Description Admission Requirements (NSSC) Modes of Study Department of Natural Resources & Agricultural Science Bachelor of Agriculture Programme Code: 07BAGR NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 372 Bachelor of Agriculture Honours Programme Code: 08BAGH NQF Level 8 Master of Agribusiness Management Programme Code: 09MAGM NQF Level 9, NQF Credits: 240 The programme prepares students to venture into farming or agribusiness. Postgraduate specialisation degree in Sustainable Agriculture or Agribusiness Management. This programme builds on the outcomes of the Bachelor of Agricultural Management Honours. General Admission requirements including a pass in Mathematics (E) and Biology or Science related subject (E). Applicants must be medically and physically fit for fieldwork. Bachelor of Agriculture or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 worth 360 credits Bachelor of Agricultural Management Honours or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 8 Duration (Years) FM 3 FM FM /Block Sessions 2 Career Possibilities Agricultural Research or Extension Technicians, Farm Manager, Farmer High level specialists and managers who can provide practical solutions to agribusiness management related problems in Namibia and beyond. 24

25 Bachelor of Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) Programme Code: 07BNTC NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 372 Bachelor of Natural Resource Management in Nature Conservation Honours Programme Code: 08BHNC NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 20 Master of Natural Resources Management Programme Code: 09MNRM NQF Level 9, NQF Credits 240 Department of Land and Property Sciences Diploma in Land Administration Programme Code: 06DLAD NQF Level 6, NQF Credits 294 Bachelor of Land Administration Programme Code: 07BLAD NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 398 Bachelor of Land Administration Honours Programme Code: 08BLAH, NQF Level 8 Diploma in Property Studies Programme Code: 27DPRS NQF Level 6, NQF Credits 285 Bachelor of Property Studies Honours Programme Code: 27BPRS NQF Level 8, NQF Credits 509 Department of Geo-spatial Sciences & Technology Diploma in Geomatics Programme Code: 06DGEM NQF Level 6, NQF Credits 278 Bachelor of Geomatics Programme Code: 07BGEM NQF Level 7, NQF Credits 40 Bachelor of Geomatics Honours Programme Code: 08BGEH NQF Level 8 Promotes sustainable utilisation of Namibia s natural resources with a focus on conservation. Provides a systematic and coherent introduction to the knowledge and problemsolving techniques of the land administration discipline in Namibia. An analytical understanding of property valuation, property management, property investment and finance and management of real property. The acquisition, processing, presentation and management of geospatial data. Graduates from this programme will be eligible to do their survey articles and to register as Professional Land Surveyors. General Admission requirements including a pass in Mathematics (E) and Biology or Science related subject (C). Applicants must be medically and physically fit for fieldwork. Bachelor of Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) or equivalent at NQF level 7 Bachelor of Natural Resource Management (Nature Conservation) Honours or equivalent at NQF level 8 General Admission requirements including a pass in Mathematics 30 points in 5 subjects of which a score of at least 8 points must have been obtained for Mathematics, English, Geography and Physics. A Bachelor of Land Administration or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7. General Admission requirements including a pass in Mathematics (D) and Geography (D). 30 points in 5 subjects including at least a D symbols in Geography and Mathematics. General Admission requirements including a pass in Mathematics (D) and Geography (D). 30 points in 5 subjects including A symbol in Mathematics, B-symbol in Physical Science and Grade 3 in English. Must be medically and physically fit for field work. Bachelor of Geomatics or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7. FM 3 FM FM/PM research based FM 2 2 ½ FM 3 FM FM 3 FM 4 FM 2 FM 3 FM Nature Conservationists, Environmental Education Officers, Research Assistants, Tour Guides Senior Management positions in Natural Resources Management. Positions regarding formal registration of deeds in the public sector, land administration agencies, paralegal assistants, communal land boards, conveyancing clerks, nongovernmental organisations, consulting firms. Valuation Officer, Real Estate Officer Survey Technicians in public and private sectors in Namibia Professional Surveyor 25