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Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Crop Science

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SAQA ID81138
NQF Level8
Credits512
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a Level 8 higher-education agriculture qualification focused on the scientific study of crops and crop-related agricultural practice. It carries 512 credits and is associated with the Secondary Agriculture subfield.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in the scientific study of crops, agriculture and crop-related work might consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and any applicable enrolment conditions.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for further study or work related to crop science and agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers have been mapped here.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of crop science
  • Application of agricultural scientific thinking to crop-related questions
  • Analysis of crop-related information

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science: Agriculture: Crop Science
SAQA ID
81138
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
512
Field
1
Subfield
Secondary Agriculture
Originator
University of KwaZulu-Natal
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 and enrolment status before applying; the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023, while current status has not been verified.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is legitimate.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, application deadlines and any selection conditions.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment approach and whether any practical, laboratory, fieldwork or workplace requirements apply.
  • Confirm the current qualification title, NQF level, credit value and available study arrangements directly with the provider.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.