The Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) is for prospective South African Marine Science students who meet the minimum admission requirements, but may fall short on the admission point score (APS) for the mainstream programme.
Are you looking for a career that will offer a perfect balance between your love for the marine environment and flair for science?
Look no further than the Diploma in Marine Science, which is designed to develop your practical and theoretical knowledge to ensure you contribute towards sustainable marine and coastal ecosystems.
You can expect to gain skills in ecology, marine law, marine biology, marine science and coastal management.
YOU WILL LIKE THIS IF YOU WILL STUDY AT
YOU WILL STUDY FOR
You enjoy science, have strong analytical skills, and enjoy the outdoors and marine life
Four years, full-time
District Six Campus
WHAT YOU NEED
Minimum Admission Requirements
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English (4)
• Mathematics (4); or Technical Maths (5)
• Physical Sciences (4)
Prospective students may be admitted to the ECP with a score of at least 45% (3.5) for Physical Science or Mathematics, provided they score at least 50% (4) in one of these.
The department utilises an Admission Point Score (APS) as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. You also have to score a minimum of 28 with Mathematics; or 29 with Technical Maths.
Note: Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission. Admission may also be subject to space
DISCLAIMER
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Information is subject to change, based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications during 2024/2025. Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HEQSF aligned qualification. Please consult the CPUT website or Faculty for updated information. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
YOUR FUTURE SELF Future
studies
Advanced Diploma in Marine Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Marine Science
Master of Marine Science
Future industries
Self-employment
Government agencies
Private corporations
Aquaculture facilities
Research institutions
National parks
Marine and coastal research
Non-profit organisations
Ocean science and technology
Operational oceanography
Environmental education
Marine Conservation (resource management, marine environmental management, coastal zone management)
Future career
Marine Science graduates can pursue technical careers in climate change, marine aquaculture, oceanography, environmental (marine and coastal) management, fisheries management, marine ecotourism, estuarine management, environmental education, marine pollution control and marine conservation.
