This design-focused course is aimed at students who wish to either transfer to the architectural programme by continuing with the one-year BAS Honours degree, and one-year MArch (Professional) degree, or who intend to (with some experience) practice independently as professional senior architectural technologists. The design component of the course is run concurrently with the BAS Design III class. Those who achieve the required 60% in Design may then register for the BAS Honours degree programme.

This programme consists of two years theoretical and one year experiential training. During theoretical training students gain a sound grounding in animal and plant biology, ecology and resource management of South African ecosystems. The increasing need for community programmes such as community conservation and environmental education are also covered. Weekly practical excursions supplement the theory. During experiential training students work with experienced conservators who act as role models and mentors. In this manner the student gains an expanded work perspective and an ingrained work ethic.

The programme is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and specific skills required to perform level appropriate accounting related services and act as professional accountants. Please note this qualification will prepare students for postgraduate studies, or students who have chosen Professional Accounting will be able to, after successfully completing three years of training and passing the qualifying examination of the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA), qualify as Professional Accountants (SA).