Qualification

Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science

Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.

SAQA ID19029
NQF Level7
Credits128
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is an advanced agriculture qualification focused on soil science within the Primary Agriculture field. It is intended to develop specialised academic understanding of soils and their relevance to agricultural contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

It may be considered by people interested in advanced study or work related to agriculture and soil science, subject to the institution’s published admission requirements and the qualification’s current availability.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic development and roles connected with agriculture or soil science, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Agricultural and soil-science knowledge
  • Analysis of soil-related issues in an agricultural context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science
SAQA ID
19029
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
128
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of Fort Hare
Registration end in source dataset
2018-12-31
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 availability, as the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration status.
  • Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about current assessment arrangements and any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements that may apply.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.