Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics
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About this qualification
This is a Level 7 bachelor-level learning programme focused on the economic and management dimensions of agriculture. It combines the agricultural context with the study of how economic decisions, resources and activities may be analysed in the primary agriculture sector.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in applying economic thinking to agriculture and primary agricultural activities might consider this qualification. This is general guidance only; prospective learners should confirm the programme's current availability and admission requirements with the relevant institution.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further development toward agriculture-related economic, planning, analytical or management work. 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
- Agricultural economic analysis
- Economic decision-making in an agricultural context
- Analysis of agricultural resources and activities
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics
- SAQA ID
- 116911
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 7
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- North West University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status, because the supplied record shows a registration-end snapshot of 31 December 2018 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering are authorised and that the programme is available for new enrolment.
- Check the admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask the institution about the assessment approach and any workplace, practical or other participation requirements that may apply.
- Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 116911, NQF level, credits and awarding institution before making an enrolment decision.