Bachelor of Agriculture: Agricultural Economics
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Agriculture: Agricultural Economics is a higher-education qualification at NQF level 7 in the Primary Agriculture subfield. It is intended to develop an advanced understanding of agriculture through an economics-focused perspective. The qualification carries 486 credits and was originated by the University of Limpopo.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people interested in the economic, business and resource-related dimensions of agriculture, including how agricultural activities and primary agriculture environments are analysed and managed. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further study or work in areas connected with agricultural economics and primary agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific related-career mappings are available here.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Agricultural economic analysis
- Understanding of primary agriculture contexts
- Economic and quantitative reasoning
- Problem-solving related to agricultural resources and activities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Agriculture: Agricultural Economics
- SAQA ID
- 81886
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 486
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Limpopo
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status before applying, as the available record indicates a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements, study format and any practical or workplace-related requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 81886, NQF level and credit total with the provider and SAQA before making financial or enrolment commitments.