| Qualification code: | 90124 |
| NQF level: | 7 |
| Total credits: | 120 |
| SAQA ID: | 112563 |
| APS/AS: | 50 |
| Maximum time to complete this qualification: | 3 years |
Purpose statement:
The Advanced Diploma in Explosives Management is designed to integrate the technical know-how of explosives with managerial skills on a tactical level. The qualification ensures that learners will comply with and manage all regulatory competence requirements set by Occupational Health and Safety and Explosives legislation. Thus the learners will apply for certification as explosives managers or responsible persons. The qualifying learners will have the competence to apply explosives technologies, sound safety, health and environmental principles as well as management skills. These skills are appropriate for the cost-effective management of products and processes in an explosives related environment.
Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification.
An appropriate Diploma in Explosives Management or its equivalent, and proof of current relevant employment in the Explosives industry (letter from employer).
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements as indicated above may apply for admission through recognition of prior learning (RPL) provided they meet the statutory admission requirements for undergraduate studies; are at least 23 years old with a minimum of five years' current, relevant working and research experience in line with the approved qualification's RPL requirements. For more information on RPL criteria visit: http://www.unisa.ac.za/rpl
Pay the application fee once you've received your student number:
Please note that this application fee is non-refundable even if you decide not to study through Unisa, do not qualify for admission to Unisa or cannot be offered a space due to limited spaces available.
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Apply for admission to undergraduate qualifications for the 2026 academic year between 18 August and 10 October 2025.
Please take note of the following:
Unisa will send the necessary information about registration dates and the registration process to all successful applicants who have confirmed their acceptance of Unisa's offer. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register for registration information.