Bachelor of Institutional Agriculture: Rural Household Development
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a higher-education qualification focused on institutional agriculture, with a specific emphasis on rural household development. It sits within the Primary Agriculture field and is positioned at NQF Level 8. The qualification may be relevant to people interested in the relationship between agricultural development, rural communities and household wellbeing.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in agriculture, rural development and the development of rural households may consider this qualification. It may also suit learners seeking an advanced academic pathway connected with Primary Agriculture, subject to the institution’s admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for work or further study related to agriculture and rural household development. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into a particular occupation. No specific related careers have been mapped for this qualification, so prospective learners should investigate likely roles and employer expectations separately.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of primary agriculture in a rural development context
- Analysis of rural household development issues
- Application of agriculture-related knowledge to rural contexts
- Planning and problem-solving related to rural development initiatives
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Institutional Agriculture: Rural Household Development
- SAQA ID
- 20733
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 545
- 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 directly before making an enrolment decision; the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023, and its current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is valid for new enrolment.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and any prerequisite qualifications.
- Ask the provider about the assessment approach, study requirements and whether practical, field-based or workplace components apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 20733, NQF level, credit value and qualification status on the provider’s official documentation.