Graduate Attributes
??In order to fulfill these requirements, our graduates display the following professional characteristics:
Knowledge
- Possess the necessary knowledge of the applicable sciences, and understand the interaction between the biological and abiotic factors in the environment and the basic principles of research methodology
- Possess the ability to create new knowledge, generate ideas and act innovatively
- Possess the ability to function efficiently in an interdisciplinary environment
- Understand sustainable development and sustainable resource management
- Make knowledgeable decisions on the basis of proven information
- Follow a systems approach in the analysis of and approach to environmental problems
Attitude and disposition
- Show respect for the environment and those who use it
- Acknowledge own limitations in knowledge and skills
- Have a positive disposition to continuous professional development
- Are involved in and render service to the broader community
- Set a positive example with regard to social responsibilities and obligations
- Accept and strive for the highest standards of knowledge
?Skills
- Possess the ability to gather knowledge, integrate it, interpret and apply it and to think and act in a problem-solving manner
- Communicate effectively with role players from different environments and backgrounds
- Possess sufficient skills to function as scientists, whether independently or in team context
- Can interpret and utilise relevant subject literature
- Possess the ability to efficiently utilise suitable resources and means in the working environment ?
