Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Horticulture) | UFH

APS Required

points

Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with specialisation in Horticulture at UFH prepares graduates to manage the production of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants across South Africa's diverse horticultural industry. The Eastern Cape's varied climate and growing conditions provide an excellent learning environment for students studying crop production, post-harvest management, and sustainable horticultural practices. South Africa's R14-billion horticultural export sector and growing domestic fresh produce market create strong employment opportunities for qualified horticulturalists.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 50% (Level 4)
Physical Sciences: 50% (Level 4)
Life Sciences or Geography or Agricultural Sciences or Information Technology: 50% (Level 4)
APS: 28

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics50%Required
Physical Sciences50%Required
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required
Life Sciences or Geography or Agricultural Sciences50%Required

Career Prospects

  1. Horticulturist
    Specialise in the cultivation and management of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants, improving crop production and sustainability. Horticulturists work in commercial farms, nurseries, and research institutions.

  2. Greenhouse Manager
    Oversee the operations of greenhouses and nurseries, ensuring optimal growing conditions for plants and managing disease prevention. Greenhouse managers work in agricultural businesses, botanical gardens, and research centres.

  3. Landscape Designer
    Plan and design aesthetically appealing gardens, parks, and green spaces using plant knowledge and sustainable landscaping techniques. Landscape designers work in urban planning, residential development, and botanical projects.

  4. Agricultural Researcher (Horticulture)
    Conduct research on plant breeding, disease resistance, and soil-plant interactions to improve crop yields and sustainability. Agricultural researchers work for universities, government agricultural departments, and private-sector R&D firms.

  5. Floriculturist
    Specialise in the cultivation of flowers and ornamental plants for commercial sale, floral design, and events. Floriculturists work in flower farms, botanical gardens, and agribusiness companies.

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