Bachelor of Science Honours in Hydrology

The purpose of this qualification is to produce learners who understand the physical and environmental fundamentals of hydrological processed and their interrelations in order that they can apply hydrological models in sustainable integrated water resources management and planning, under varying environmental conditions.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Management, NQF Level 7.

1. Understand the interrelationships of the hydrological system.
2. Appreciate computer-based simulation models as tools for hydrological decision making.
3. Apply hydrological principles and tools in problem-solving.
4. In-depth understanding of the interrelationships of the hydrological system; develop and implement management strategies for objective problem-solving in hydrology;Practical experience with hydrological models and thus.
5. Gather, analyse, interpret and synthesise appropriate information from catchment systems.
6. Communicate the above both orally and in the written form.
7. Work cooperatively in a team in a problem-solving context.

Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved

The institution is currently reforming its assessment strategies to include the assessment of applied competence for each qualification. In the meantime, a combination of continuous assessment and traditional written examinations serve to assess the integration of all/most of the learning outcomes for each module in a qualification.

Excursion reports, dam design projects, seminars and applied practical modelling work, all of which are indicators of the learners' ability to integrate knowledge gained throughout the qualification. Learners are assessed as such.

Integrated modelling projects, the successful writing of literature review and research projects, all of which are indicators of the learners' ability to integrate knowledge gained during the undergraduate qualification.

Learners have to also demonstrate their ability and proficiency via assessment of each module. These are assessed via theory and practical tests which include consideration of all other modules, course work, fieldwork and group and individual projects. Examinations are designed to assess the learners understanding of hydrological theory and their application of this theory to hydrological problem-solving. All format examinations at levels 300 and 700 are internally and externally evaluated.