Batchelor of Science in Agriculture - Applied and Soil Sciences
Our degree programs are taught in English
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AGRICULTURE - APPLIED AND SOIL SCIENCES
Study Program Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture – Applied Plant and Soil Sciences is a four-year, degree programme. It teaches the principles of plant-based agriculture within the disciplines of agronomy, horticultural science, pasture science and soil science.
Course Outline
Year One
- Principles of Food Processing and Preservation
- Principles of Farm Management and Accounts
- Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship Development
- Farm Structures
- Agricultural Policy and Planning
- Farm Power and Machinery
Year Two
- Agricultural Land Use Planning
- Agricultural Economics and Development
- Fundamentals of Soil Science
- Soil Classification
- Agricultural Marketing
- Principles of Plant Breeding
Year Three
- Seed Science and Technology
- Introductory Plant Pathology
- Legislation of Plants, Food and Agricultural Inputs
- Vegetable Production
- Seed Technology
- Organic Farming
Year Four
- Soil Fertility and Land Productivity
- Plant Nutrition
- Applied Soil Fertility and Plant Analysis
- Soil and Water Conservation
- Grain Storage, Packaging and Transport
- Field Crops Diseases
Course Duration / Time Planning
You will work at your own pace and there are no deadlines except those set by yourself. You are given 4 years to complete the course. If, for some reason, you are unable to complete the course within 4 years, we have a simple facility to extend your period of study. Our commitment! We will teach you until you pass! The work is self-pacing which means that you will determine your own rate of progress. You will be provided with the best tuition available and given support towards achieving your ambitions.
Method of Study
The medium of distance study education or home study has achieved worldwide recognition as a most effective means of learning. Some of the benefits are:
- Study at your own pace
- Study in the privacy of your home
- Study in your own time so that you can still earn from your job
- Plan your study schedule to suit yourself, not your teacher
- No travel to and from classes – saving your time and money
- Distance education is usually the most affordable option
- Course Material
The course is developed on the self-study unit system (eBooks) which will be provided in electronic format via OneDrive, drop box, email or on a CD-ROM or Flash Disk. It is recommended that you take one subject at a time and finalize the assignment. You will be able to pass the course by concentrating on the study material which will increase your confidence in applying skills and by completing the assignments which form an integral part of the course content. This enables you to monitor your own progress as well as feedback on your assignments. You can then progress steadily and confidently to successful completion. The most important element of the assignments is that it should enhance your learning. A modern computer with Word and Adobe Reader is required as well as access to the internet for research work and for online resources as well as email submission of your assignments.
Language Medium
The language of the study material and assignments is English.
Tutoring & Mentoring
Tutoring and mentoring by Horn Training Group (Pty) Ltd will be provided on a one-to-one basis which make it easier for you to achieve your full academic potential
Assessment & Grading
No examination stress! You will be required to complete and submit for evaluation all assignments in this course program. These assignments will be graded, and you will receive those grades. Grading is an important part of the learning experience. It helps the instructor know where more reinforcement is needed, and it helps the student know areas of weakness and areas that need improvement.
Allocation of Marks
Content = 60%; Comprehension = 20%; Presentation = 10%; Bibliography = 10%; Total = 100%
Grade Values
A = Superior; B = Average; C = Passing; D = Poor