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Diploma in Agriculture

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SAQA ID110928
NQF Level6
Credits360
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Diploma in Agriculture is a 360-credit qualification at NQF level 6 within the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework. It is focused on the Primary Agriculture subfield and is associated with Owen Sithole College of Agriculture.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may be considered by people interested in developing higher-level knowledge in primary agriculture. Suitability should be checked against the provider’s stated admission requirements and the learner’s academic and career goals.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further exploration of work related to primary agriculture, but no approved career relationships are supplied for this qualification. It should not be treated as a guarantee of employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational application of agricultural knowledge in a primary agriculture context
  • Understanding of the primary agriculture sector

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Diploma in Agriculture
SAQA ID
110928
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
6
Minimum credits
360
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
Owen Sithole College of Agriculture
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.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the supplied record includes a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current registration.
  • Confirm that the provider is currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements, selection process and any required supporting documents.
  • Ask the provider about the curriculum, delivery format, assessment arrangements and whether practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm current fees, study duration, intake dates and any available learner support directly with the provider.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.