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Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Animal Breeding

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SAQA ID16924
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an NQF Level 8 honours degree focused on animal breeding within the Primary Agriculture field. It represents advanced study in an agricultural specialisation and carries 120 credits. The qualification was originated by the University of the Free State.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may interest graduates or other prospective students seeking advanced academic study related to animal breeding and agricultural science, subject to the provider’s admission requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further study or work connected with animal breeding and Primary Agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Understanding of animal breeding as a specialised area within Primary Agriculture
  • Advanced academic engagement with an agricultural specialisation

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Animal Breeding
SAQA ID
16924
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of the Free State
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.

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Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.