Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural Extension and Rural Resource Management
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a Level 7 Bachelor of Agriculture focused on agricultural extension and the management of rural resources. It is designed around the relationship between agricultural practice, rural communities and the responsible use of resources. The qualification carries 360 credits and falls within the Primary Agriculture subfield of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in agriculture, rural development, agricultural advisory work or the management of resources in rural settings might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only and does not confirm admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development towards work related to agricultural extension, rural resource management and agricultural or rural-development support. No specific related careers have been mapped in the available information, and completing the qualification would not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying agricultural knowledge in rural-resource contexts
- Communicating agricultural information to rural communities
- Considering resource-management issues in primary agriculture
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural Extension and Rural Resource Management
- SAQA ID
- 97055
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the current SAQA registration status and whether the qualification is open for new enrolment, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements, application deadlines and selection process.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any practical, field-based or workplace requirements apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 97055, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making a decision.