Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant Production
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is a 480-credit, NQF level 8 higher-education qualification focused on plant production within the primary agriculture field. It is intended to provide advanced academic preparation in an agriculture area centred on producing plants and crops.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by people seeking advanced academic preparation in plant-focused agriculture and who are interested in the production side of primary agriculture. This is general guidance, not a statement of admission eligibility.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification’s focus may be relevant to further study or work connected with plant production and primary agriculture. However, no specific career relationships are confirmed here, and completing the qualification does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant Production
- SAQA ID
- 17464
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 480
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, because the available record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
- Confirm that the institution or provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific intake is available.
- Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
- Ask for details of the current curriculum, assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace-based requirements before applying.
- Confirm the qualification title, NQF level, credit value and registration details on the official documentation before making an enrolment decision.