Bachelor of Science Honours: Plant Molecular Biology and Physiology
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 7 honours-level qualification focused on the scientific study of plants, particularly their molecular processes and physiological functions. It carries 128 credits and falls within the Primary Agriculture subfield of the HEQSF.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in developing advanced academic knowledge in plant science, molecular biology and plant physiology may consider this qualification. It may be relevant to learners planning further study or research-focused development in plant-related fields, subject to the provider’s requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further academic, scientific or plant-related career development, 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
- Understanding of plant molecular biology concepts
- Understanding of plant physiological processes
- Scientific reasoning in a plant-science context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science Honours: Plant Molecular Biology and Physiology
- SAQA ID
- 81122
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 128
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record shows a registration end date of 31 December 2018 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is open for new enrolment and whether the qualification title, credits and NQF level remain current.