Ever wondered where to study forestry in South Africa? Though it is a relatively new field, South Africa has rapidly become one of the leading countries in terms of forestry studies and research. However, it is not always easy to choose the right college or university, so to make things easier, here are the best places to study forestry in South Africa.
University of Pretoria
The University of Pretoria offers a Bachelor of Science degree in forestry. It also offers a postgraduate Diploma and Masters’s degree program as well. The university has been accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business School and Programs, International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business, American Society for Healthcare Management Accreditation Program, Association for a Professional School of International Affairs and European Quality Assurance Register.
University of Natal
Natal University is the leading university for forestry studies in South Africa. The University of Natal offers a wide range of courses and degrees, as well as research opportunities.
North-West University
North-West University is a public research university located in Potchefstroom, North-West Province, South Africa. It is the oldest and largest university in the province. The university comprises eight faculties, namely: Agriculture, Arts and Social Sciences; Education; Environmental Sciences; Health Sciences; Law and Management Sciences; Natural Resources Management; Science and Technology; Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science. The Faculty of Natural Resources Management offers a BSc degree programme in forestry.
