Diploma: Agriculture
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About this qualification
This is a 240-credit HEQSF Diploma at NQF Level 5 in the Primary Agriculture subfield. It is oriented towards foundational study in agriculture and primary agricultural activities. The supplied records indicate that its registration period ended on 31 December 2018, and its current SAQA status should be verified before any enrolment decision.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in foundational studies related to primary agriculture may consider this qualification, subject to confirming its current availability, admission requirements and the requirements of the intended provider.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may provide a foundation for further exploration of agriculture-related work or study, but no specific related careers are mapped in the available evidence. It does not guarantee employment, appointment or progression into any particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Foundational understanding of primary agriculture
- Basic awareness of agricultural practices and contexts
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Diploma: Agriculture
- SAQA ID
- 17498
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 5
- Minimum credits
- 240
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Venda
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2018-12-31
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, since the supplied registration record ended on 31 December 2018.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised or accredited to offer the qualification in its current form.
- Check the provider’s admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Confirm that the qualification remains open for new enrolment and that the qualification details match the intended programme.