BScAgric in Plant and Soil Science | SU

APS Required

points

Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

This degree focuses on the scientific principles underlying crop production, soil management, and plant physiology within South African agricultural contexts. Students gain knowledge in soil chemistry, plant nutrition, crop science, and sustainable land use. The qualification prepares graduates to address challenges in food security, land degradation, and agricultural productivity across South Africa's diverse agro-ecological zones.

Fields of study

  • Crop Production Systems
  • Crop Production Systems with Agronomy, Agricultural
    Economics and Animal Science
  • Crop Protection and Breeding
  • Soil and Water Management

Career Prospects

  • An agronomist advising commercial and smallholder farmers across South Africa on optimal crop selection, soil health, and input management to improve yields.
  • A soil scientist working for government departments such as the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development to assess and rehabilitate degraded agricultural land.
  • A precision agriculture specialist using GIS and soil mapping technologies to support large-scale farming operations in regions like the Western Cape and Free State.
  • A research scientist at institutions such as the Agricultural Research Council conducting studies on drought-resistant cultivars and soil conservation strategies relevant to South African conditions.
  • A land use consultant working with private landowners, municipalities, or conservation bodies to develop sustainable land management and rehabilitation plans in South Africa.

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