University Of Agriculture In Mpumalanga,The Diploma in Agriculture in Plant Production focuses on plant production; Agronomy (mainly maize, potatoes and sugarcane), Vegetable production (such as carrots, cabbage, spinach, lettuce), and Fruit production (citrus and subtropical fruits). The areas of study covered by the programme include; crop production, water management and farm management. The candidates looking for a career in this field need to be hard working and have a passion for agriculture and entrepreneurship.
PROGRAMME CURRICULUM DURATION:
DURATION:
The Diploma in Agriculture in Plant Production is a three-year, 360 credit, exit level 6 qualification.
CURRICULUM:
Year 1 & 2
In the first two years, students are exposed to theoretical and practical aspects of Plant Production including Soil Science, Plant Protection and Propagation, Farm Management, Botany, Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Fruit Production, Vegetable Production and Water Management.
Year 3
In the third year, students spend the full year on a commercial farm to learn the relevant skills required by the industry and during which there is the opportunity to apply theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in a real world setting.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants with the National Senior Certificate:
The minimum requirements for admission to a Diploma must be met. In addition, students will have the following:
Minimum Admission Point Score (APS):
– 25 With Mathematics
– 26 With Mathematical Literacy
• English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 4
• Mathematics: Level 3
• Mathematical Literacy: Level 4
• Agriculture: Level 4
Applicants the NCV level 4:
NCV level 4, in Primary Agriculture with at least 50% for English (Home language or First Additional Language), 40% for Mathematics or 50% for Mathematical Literacy.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL) AND CREDIT ACCUMULATION AND TRANSFER (CAT):
Applicants wishing to be considered for admission in terms of RPL or to have credits transferred to this programme must indicate this on their application. The University policy on Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT) will be applied.
PROGRESSION:
Students who successfully complete this Diploma will be able to apply for admission to an Advanced Diploma in Agriculture at UMP or another Higher Education Institution.
ENQUIRIES
Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences
Mr John Seema (Programme Leader)
Tel: +27 13 002 0175
Fax: +27 13 755 1110
E-mail: [email protected]
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