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Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agronomy

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SAQA ID115217
NQF Level8
Credits480
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a 480-credit Bachelor of Science qualification at NQF Level 8, focused on agronomy within the Primary Agriculture subfield. It is intended to provide higher-level academic preparation in an agricultural area concerned with crop production and related agricultural practice.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in higher-level study related to agronomy, crop-focused agriculture and the broader Primary Agriculture field might consider this qualification. Prospective students should confirm that they meet the provider’s admission requirements before applying.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may provide relevant academic preparation for work or further development in agronomy and primary agriculture. The available information does not identify specific mapped careers, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Agricultural knowledge related to agronomy
  • Understanding of crop-focused agricultural practice
  • Higher-level analytical and problem-solving abilities in an agricultural context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agronomy
SAQA ID
115217
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
480
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of Zululand
Registration end in source dataset
2024-06-30
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.

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  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements.
  • Ask the provider about assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, SAQA ID 115217, NQF level and credit value with the provider and SAQA before making payment.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.