Bachelor of Engineering: Agricultural Engineering
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About this qualification
This is a higher-education engineering qualification focused on applying engineering knowledge in the agricultural context. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 within the HEQSF and is associated with the Primary Agriculture subfield. The qualification is attributed to the University of Pretoria and carries 682 credits.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in combining engineering with agriculture, agricultural production systems and related technical challenges. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and interests align with the provider's current admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support preparation for engineering-related work connected with agriculture and primary agricultural systems. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career. No specific approved career relationships were supplied, so prospective learners should investigate possible roles and any additional professional requirements independently.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying engineering thinking to agricultural contexts
- Technical problem-solving related to primary agriculture
- Integrating engineering and agricultural considerations
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Engineering: Agricultural Engineering
- SAQA ID
- 5115
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 682
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the latest admission requirements directly with the provider.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory, fieldwork or workplace requirements.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 5115, NQF level and credit value with the provider before making an enrolment decision.
- Establish whether any additional requirements apply to the type of engineering work or professional pathway you intend to pursue.