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Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Agronomy

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SAQA ID14188
NQF Level8
Credits600
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a higher-education agriculture qualification focused on agronomy, the scientific and practical study of crop production and related agricultural systems. It is positioned at NQF Level 8 and carries 600 credits within the Primary Agriculture subfield.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in advanced study of agriculture, agronomy, crop production and related primary-agriculture work might consider this qualification. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the relevant institution rather than inferred from the qualification title alone.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support progression towards agronomy- and agriculture-related work, depending on the knowledge, practical experience and other requirements associated with a particular role. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration or entry into a specific career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Agricultural and agronomy-focused scientific thinking
  • Understanding of crop production and primary-agriculture contexts
  • Analysis of agricultural problems and systems

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Agronomy
SAQA ID
14188
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
600
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of Pretoria
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration-end date of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised or accredited for the qualification before making payment or enrolling.
  • Ask the institution to confirm current admission requirements, delivery arrangements, assessment requirements and any practical or workplace components.
  • Check whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the institution can confirm the applicable qualification version and completion arrangements.
  • Confirm whether any career, professional or further-study pathway of interest has additional requirements beyond this qualification.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.