BSc Agriculture: Soil Science | UKZN

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Duration

3 year(s)

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The BSc in Soil Science at UKZN (Pietermaritzburg) focuses on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils that underpin agricultural productivity and environmental health in South Africa. The three-year programme covers soil formation, land evaluation, soil fertility management, and environmental conservation, with fieldwork across KwaZulu-Natal's diverse soil landscapes. As land degradation and climate change threaten South Africa's agricultural base, soil scientists are increasingly essential for sustainable land management.

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

Soil Scientist – Analyses and classifies soils for agricultural and environmental assessments across South Africa’s farming regions.
Land Use Planner – Advises on sustainable land use for municipalities and provincial planning departments in South Africa.
Environmental Consultant – Assesses soil contamination and rehabilitation needs for mining, industrial, and agricultural sites.
Fertiliser Specialist – Advises on soil fertility programmes and nutrient management for South African crop producers and cooperatives.
Conservation Officer – Implements soil conservation and land rehabilitation programmes for DALRRD and provincial agriculture departments.

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