Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Plant Sciences
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About this qualification
This is a 480-credit Bachelor of Science qualification at NQF Level 8 in the HEQSF, focused on the scientific study of agricultural plant sciences within the Primary Agriculture subfield. The qualification is associated with the University of KwaZulu-Natal as originator.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people interested in the scientific study of plants in agricultural contexts and in developing a higher-level academic foundation in Primary Agriculture. This is general guidance rather than an admission rule.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide relevant preparation for further study or work connected with agricultural plant sciences. No approved related careers are supplied for this qualification, and it does not guarantee employment, appointment or entry into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying scientific thinking to agricultural plant-science questions
- Understanding plant science in a Primary Agriculture context
- Developing analytical approaches relevant to agricultural study
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Plant Sciences
- SAQA ID
- 115761
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the current SAQA registration status, because the available registration snapshot records an end date of 30 June 2021 and the current status requires verification.
- Confirm that the institution and specific offering have the necessary accreditation or authorisation for the intended enrolment.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements, as these are not supplied here.
- Ask the provider about the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-related requirements before committing.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the qualification title, SAQA ID 115761 and delivery details match the offering advertised.