Academic programme
Associate of Science (Forestry)
Admissions
Entry requirements
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- The Diploma or Certificate in Agriculture from the Guyana School of Agriculture.
- The Certificate in Forestry from the Guyana School of Agriculture (with at least a pass with credit) or its equivalent. A demonstrable period of relevant practical experience may be taken into account for students who graduate with less than a credit.
- At least (5) subjects at the CXC General Proficiency examination Grades I or II, (or Grade III from 1998) and/or at the IGCSE/GCE 'O' level examination (Grades A, B, or C) or equivalent including English and Mathematics plus at least one science subject.
- Four subjects at the CXC General Proficiency examination (Grades 1 or 11, (or 111 from 1998) and/or IGCSE/GCE 'O' level Examination (Grades A, B, or C) or equivalent, together with the Ordinary Diploma in Science (Credit Grade) from the Government Technical Institute.
- Persons of mature age ( a minimum of 21 years in the calendar year of entry to the University) who do not meet the requirements but who can satisfy the University with evidence of recent academic achievement and relevant experience will also be considered for entry.
- Any other qualifications equivalent to the above.
Programme structure
Courses by year and semester
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First Year
Semester 1
7 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4104 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for Chinese course after consulting your Head of Department |
| CHM1103 | Chemistry Laboratory I | 1 | — |
| UGC1101 | Computer Literacy I | 4 | This course replaces CSI 1201 which is no longer offered. |
| ZZZ1101 | Elective (4 credits) | 4 | Choose either AST1102 or CST1102 |
| FOR1102 | Forest Biology | 4 | — |
| CHM1102 | Introduction to General Chemistry | 3 | - |
| ENG1105 | Introduction to the Use of English | 4 | - |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA4204 | Additional Course (4 Credits) | 4 | Use this slot to register for Chinese course after consulting your Head of Department |
| FOR1201 | Forest Surveying & Mapping | 3 | — |
| MTH1206 | Forestry Mathematics | 4 | — |
| PHY1200 | Foundation Physics | 3 | — |
| ENG1203 | Technical Communication | 4 | — |
Second Year
Semester 1
6 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MST1101 | Basic Statistics | 4 | — |
| FOR2101 | Dendrology | 3 | — |
| FOR2104 | Forest Ecology | 3 | — |
| FOR2103 | Forest Engineering | 3 | — |
| FOR2102 | Forest Mensuration & Inventory | 4 | — |
| MST1102 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 | This course replaces MST1101 which is no longer being offered with effect from academic year 2018/2019. |
Semester 2
5 courses| Course code | Course title | Credits | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOR2204 | Forest Harvesting | 3 | - |
| FOR2203 | Forest Management & Planning | 3 | - |
| FOR2202 | Forest Utilization | 3 | - |
| AGR2203 | Fundamentals of Soil Science | 4 | - |
| FOR2201 | Silviculture II | 3 | - |