Doctor of Philosophy: Agriculture: Agronomy
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About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 10 doctoral qualification focused on agronomy, the area of agriculture concerned with crop production and related agricultural practice. It sits within the Primary Agriculture subfield and carries 360 credits. The qualification was originated by the University of Pretoria.
Who might consider this qualification?
People seeking advanced academic specialisation in agronomy may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support advanced academic or research-oriented development in agronomy and Primary Agriculture. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Doctor of Philosophy: Agriculture: Agronomy
- SAQA ID
- 6273
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 10
- Minimum credits
- 360
- Field
- 1
- Subfield
- Primary Agriculture
- Originator
- University of Pretoria
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2023-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration and enrolment status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2023 and requires verification.
- Confirm that the provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
- Check the institution’s admission requirements, application process and any requirements relating to research, supervision, assessment or workplace activity.
- Request up-to-date information about the qualification structure, research expectations, completion requirements and available academic support before making a decision.