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About us
Welcome to the School of Physical and Chemical Sciences The School of Physical and Chemical Sciences (SPCS) provides relevant, value-driven training which prepares students for the industry. The School's expertise is divided into three subject groups, namely Biochemistry, Chemistry, and Physics. The…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biochemistry
Biochemistry
What is Biochemistry? Biochemistry is the study of the molecular basis of life. Living organisms such as humans, animals, plants, fungi, bacteria and viruses are made up of unique chemicals. Because these chemicals are so different from the chemical compounds found in non-living systems, we call them biomolecules. By studying…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/chemistry
About chemistry ...
What is Chemistry? Look at the following video for an overview of chemistry and chemistry study fields at the NWU.http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/physics
Physics
Physics attempts to summarise phenomena in nature according to scientific laws. Such laws are formulated to provide us with knowledge of the physical world. Physics, together with the subjects Chemistry and various divisions of Mathematics, form the basis of Science and Technology.The mission of the Physics Subject Group is centred on…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/physical-and-chemical-sciences/qualifications
Qualifications
Undergraduate Study: 3 year BSc (Baccalaureus Scientiae) The study period for a BSc degree is 3 years full time. We offer comprehensive market related degrees, which combine the subject groups of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics into various programmes ranging from Chemistry and Physics to Physics and Applied Mathematics. Each…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/school-physical-and-chemical-sciences/careers
Careers in Physical and Chemical Sciences
Where can you work? Obtaining the qualification BSc in Physical and Chemical Sciences offers you diverse career opportunities available in various industries and organisations, such as: Petrochemical industry (SASOL, AECI, OMNIA, Sentrachem, SAB) Universities and secondary schools Government organisations (SABS, MRC, NECSA, MINTEK)…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/about-us
About us
Welcome to the School of Biological Sciences At the School of Biological Sciences, our vision is to provide relevant, value driven training and research of international standard that is focussed on proven expertise within the environmental sciences. We also offer a unique BSc degree in Tourism where subject specific disciplines of Botany,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/zoology
Zoology
What is Zoology? Zoology is the scientific study of animals, including their classification, physiology, behaviour, and distribution in their natural habitats. It encompasses various aspects of animal biology, ranging from molecular biology and genetics to ecology and evolutionary biology. Zoologists study animal diversity, structure,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/microbiology
Microbiology
What is Microbiology? Microbiology entails the uncovering of mysteries of microscopic life and the application thereof in modern society. The interaction of viruses, bacteria, archaea and fungi with the environment, their industrial application and clinical importance affects almost every area of human life. Undergraduate study in…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/botany
Botany
What is Botany? Plants form the bridge between the biosphere and its energy source, the sun. Plants are furthermore the source of oxygen, food, fossil and recent fuel, fibre, medicine and building material. Plants, such as cut flowers, are cultivated and planted for their esthetical value. Studies in the basic structure,…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/qualifications
Qualifications
Undergraduate study: 3 year BSc (Baccalaureus Scientiae) The study period for a BSc degree in Natural and Agricultural Sciences is 3 years full-time. We offer comprehensive market related degrees, which combine the subject groups Botany, Zoology, Geology, Geography, Microbiology, Physiology, and Tourism into different curricula…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/biological-sciences/careers
Careers
Obtaining a degree in Biological Sciences will allow you to choose from a wide range of careers. From lecturing, to research, to active field work in Exploration Geology where site work follows on research and modulation. Some career options include: Universities and tertiary institutions: lecturers and…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/geography-and-environmental-management
Geography and Environmental Studies
What is Geography? Different characteristics of the natural environment (e.g. climate, minerals, topography, oceans) lead to humans establishing different activities on the Earth's surface (e.g. a mine, a farm, a city or a resort). Different activities influence the natural and socio-economic environment in different ways (e.g…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/geology-and-soil-science
Geology and Soil Science
What is Geology? Geology is the study of the Earth. This field of study is concerned with the materials that comprise the Earth, rocks and minerals, as well as the processes that contributed to shape our planet, both internally and on the surface. Studying the physical and chemical characteristics of the earth materials is of great…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/contact-us
Contact us
Contact person: Ms Refiloe Matloga Administrative officer fifi.matloga@nwu.ac.za +27 18 285 2070 Postal address: Private Bag X6001 Potchefstroom Campus North-West University Potchefstroom 2520 Physical address:…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/aquatic-ecosystem-health
Aquatic Ecosystem Health
Sub-programme leader: Prof Jonathan Taylor (Jonathan.Taylor@nwu.ac.za) Latest news: [accordion] Vacancy: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Vacancy: Post-Doctoral Research Fellow - Persistent Organic Pollutant and Toxicant Research Group…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/biodiversity-and-conservation-ecology
Biodiversity and Conservation Ecology
Sub-programme leader: Prof Louis du Preez (Louis.DuPreez@nwu.ac.za) Latest news: [accordion] The Culprit Behind the Extinction of the Kihansi Toad in the Wild The Culprit Behind the Extinction of the Kihansi Toad in the Wild Sub-…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/environmental-management
Environmental Management
Sub-programme leader: Dr Phathu Mukwevho (Phathu.Mukwevho@nwu.ac.za) [accordion] Introduction The Environmental Management sub-program investigates various aspects of sustainable development and the use of environmental management approaches and instruments in the public and the private sector. Our vision…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/integrated-pest-management
Integrated Pest Management
Sub-programme leader: Prof Oriel Thekisoe (oriel.thekisoe@nwu.ac.za) [accordion] Strategic Aim and Mission The vision of the group is to be a leader in integrated pest management (IPM) research in South Africa as well as to become a recognized regional centre of expertise in pest management in agricultural crops and “One…http://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/unit-environmental-sciences-and-management/ecological-interactions-and-ecosystem-resiliences