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Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Plant Pathology

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SAQA ID16933
NQF Level8
Credits120
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Plant Pathology is a 120-credit HEQSF qualification at NQF Level 8. It provides advanced academic focus on plant pathology within agriculture and horticulture, including the study of plant diseases and related plant-health concerns.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in advanced academic study of plant pathology, agricultural plant health or horticulture. Prospective learners should confirm the institution's admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification's plant pathology focus may be relevant to further study and to agriculture- or horticulture-related work involving plant health. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration, and no specific related careers were supplied for this qualification.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Plant pathology knowledge
  • Agricultural and horticultural plant-health analysis
  • Scientific engagement with plant disease-related topics

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Plant Pathology
SAQA ID
16933
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
120
Field
1
Subfield
Horticulture
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration end date of 30 June 2023 and does not confirm current status.
  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is available for new enrolment.
  • 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 or workplace-related requirements apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 16933, NQF level and credit value with the provider before enrolling.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.