BSc Agriculture: Plant Pathology | UKZN

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4 year(s)

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The BSc in Plant Pathology at UKZN (Pietermaritzburg) trains specialists to identify, understand, and manage the diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, and nematodes that threaten South Africa's crop production. Over four years, students gain expertise in disease epidemiology, biological control, and integrated pest management strategies critical to protecting South Africa's R100-billion agriculture sector. The Pietermaritzburg campus provides access to world-class plant science laboratories and a diverse range of subtropical and temperate crops.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: Level 4
Mathematics: Level 4
Agricultural Science or Life Sciences or Physical Sciences: Level 4
Life Orientation: Level 4
APS: 28

Career Prospects

Plant Pathologist – Diagnoses crop diseases and develops management strategies for South African commercial farms and research institutes.
Quarantine Inspector – Enforces biosecurity regulations at South African ports and borders to prevent invasive plant diseases entering the country.
Agrochemical Researcher – Develops and tests fungicides and biopesticides for South African and global agrochemical companies.
Extension Pathologist – Trains farmers to identify and manage crop diseases for provincial agriculture departments in South Africa.
Regulatory Scientist – Evaluates pesticide registrations for the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.

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