Doctor of Philosophy in Ecotourism and Protected Areas Management NQF Level 10
Description of the Qualification
This degree is intended to give deserving students from IUM and other universities who have successfully completed Master’s Degree programmes in a variety of fields related to ecotourism and protected areas management and who meet the requirements for admission to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Ecotourism and Protected Areas Management the opportunity to further their education. In order to give a thorough grasp of the interplay between natural and social systems, this qualification contains a set of demanding core requirements in the social and natural sciences. Additionally, the course gives students the freedom to do in-depth study in a wide range of crucial policy subjects.
Admission/Entry requirements
To be admitted to this qualification, a student would normally be required to be in possession of a Masters’ in Ecotourism and Protected Areas Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 9.
Career opportunities
The holder of this qualification may work as a Conservationist, Protected Area Manager, Research Assistant, Environmental Health Supervisor, Tour Guide, Project Manager, Environmental Campaigner/Lobbyist, Cultural Ambassador, Game ranger, Tour operator, Service Agent, Natural Resource Manager and Wildlife and Parks Manager / Administrator. Employment opportunities may be found in the following public and private entities such as Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism; Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources; Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and SME Development (a subsection on environmental related); Ministry of Higher Education (subsection on research); Namibia Commission of Research, Science and Technology; International University of Management; UNAM; NUST;UNDP; Environmental Investment Fund; CUVECOM; OKACOM; KAZ; WWF; Mines; Municipalities and local authorities; and many organizations both locally and internationally. Important of all opportunities is research and consultancy.
Course Title | Outcomes of Learning | Level | Credits |
Conceptual Analysis & Research Methodology | Demonstrate highest level of skills for critical enquiry, theoretical and discourse analysis and apply in-depth mastery of advanced research methods and techniques for data collection and analysis in Ecotourism & Protected Areas Management | 10 | NCB |
Advanced Academic Writing for Postgraduates | Develop skills appropriate to academic writing, paraphrase effectively; cite sources accurately using a recognized and accepted system. Identify instances of plagiarism and explain why it is a serious offense in academic writing. | 10 | Non-Credit Bearing |
Full PhD Thesis (Dissertation) | Demonstrate a capacity to conduct independent research and make original contribution to the body of knowledge in Ecotourism & Protected Areas Management. | 10 | 360 |