Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Agricultural Economics/Plant Production
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About this qualification
This is a higher education bachelor's qualification at NQF Level 6 in the Primary Agriculture subfield. It combines agricultural economics with plant production and is associated with 532 credits. The qualification is linked to the University of Fort Hare in the available record.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may suit people interested in the economic and production aspects of agriculture, including plant-based agricultural activities. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule; prospective students should confirm the provider's actual admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support or relate to work involving agricultural mobile plant and equipment operation, which is the identified direct career pathway. However, it does not guarantee employment, appointment or qualification as an Agricultural Mobile Plant Equipment Operator. The relevance of the qualification to a particular job should be confirmed with the provider and prospective employers.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Understanding of agricultural economics
- Understanding of plant production
- Applying agricultural knowledge in a Primary Agriculture context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Agricultural Economics/Plant Production
- SAQA ID
- 24376
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 6
- Minimum credits
- 532
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Fort Hare
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status and whether new enrolments are permitted, as the available record shows a registration-end date of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider for the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements.
- Confirm that the qualification title, SAQA ID 24376 and NQF level match the programme being advertised.
- Obtain current information directly from the provider before making financial or enrolment decisions.