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Master of Agriculture in Horticulture

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SAQA ID105526
NQF Level9
Credits180
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Master of Agriculture in Horticulture is a postgraduate qualification focused on horticulture within the Primary Agriculture field. It is recorded at NQF Level 9 and carries 180 credits. The qualification is associated with the University of Pretoria. Its current SAQA registration status should be verified before enrolment, as a registration end date of 30 June 2024 is recorded.

Who might consider this qualification?

People seeking advanced academic study in horticulture and primary agriculture might consider this qualification, subject to the provider’s admission requirements and the qualification’s current status.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support further academic or professional development related to horticulture and primary agriculture. No specific related careers are supplied, and completing it does not guarantee employment, appointment or professional registration.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Advanced knowledge development in horticulture
  • Application of agricultural knowledge in a horticultural context

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Master of Agriculture in Horticulture
SAQA ID
105526
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
9
Minimum credits
180
Field
1
Subfield
Primary Agriculture
Originator
University of Pretoria
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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  • Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the specific offering is still available.
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  • Ask the provider about the assessment format and any research, practical or workplace requirements that may apply.
  • Confirm the qualification title, NQF level and credit value on the provider’s current documentation.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.