Doctor of Philosophy in Integrated Natural Resources Management NQF Level 10
Description of the Qualification
The purpose of this qualification is to help transform Namibia and other African nations from being consumers of knowledge in the global arena into comparable, competitive and innovative creators of knowledge through engagement at the highest levels in research and analysis to generate new knowledge and solutions to local, regional and international contexts. It is essential to have persons that are able to engage at the highest levels of research and analysis in order to provide appropriate solutions to local, regional and continental contexts. This will further contribute to realization of National Development Plans (NDPs), Vision 2030 and other national socio-economic goals.
The qualification prepares students to share their knowledge with various communities of knowledge users and practitioners through scholarly publications, presentations at knowledge sharing platforms and other forms of networking. This qualification was developed in consultation and collaboration with other local, regional and international universities who are the key stakeholders in the areas of research and innovation.
Admission /entry requirements
To be accepted into this programme, a student should have an MSc in Natural Resources related fields at NQF Level 9 or equivalent at NQF Level 9.
Career opportunities
Employment opportunities may be found in the following public and private entities such as Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism; Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform; Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources; Ministry of Mines and Energy; Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and SME Development (a subsection on environmental related); Ministry of Higher Education (subsection on research); NamWater; Namibia Commission of Research, Science and Technology; Benguela Current Commission; 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.
Qualification structure
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 Water Resources Management. | 10 | Non-credit bearing |
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 | Demonstrate a capacity to conduct independent research and make original contribution to the pool of knowledge in the field of Water Resources Management. | 10 | 360 |