Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF level 8 honours degree focused on the scientific study of soils within the Primary Agriculture field. It represents advanced undergraduate-level study in agriculture with a specialised soil science focus and is associated with the University of Pretoria as originator.
Who might consider this qualification?
This qualification may be considered by people seeking advanced academic study in agriculture, particularly those interested in soil science. Prospective learners should confirm that their background and qualifications meet the provider's admission requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic or agriculture-related development involving soil science, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available information. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational scientific understanding of soils
- Agricultural and soil-related analysis
- Academic research and critical inquiry in soil science
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science
- SAQA ID
- 6957
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 160
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, as the available registration snapshot shows an end date of 30 June 2023 and current status has not been verified.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Confirm the current assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace requirements apply.
- Ask the provider whether the qualification is currently open for enrolment and whether the qualification title, SAQA reference and delivery arrangements remain unchanged.