Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Horticulture) – Extended | UFH

APS Required

points

Duration

5 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

What is an Extended Programme?

An Extended Programme provides extra academic support to help students adjust to university-level studies. It includes foundational courses to strengthen key skills, ensuring a smoother transition into the degree.
Learn more about Extended Programmes.

Details

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with specialisation in Horticulture (Extended Programme) at UFH provides additional academic support for students who show horticultural aptitude but need stronger mathematical and scientific foundations. The programme develops skills in crop production, post-harvest technology, and sustainable horticultural management, preparing graduates for careers in South Africa's fruit, vegetable, and floriculture industries and in government agricultural support services.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50% (Level 4)
Mathematics and Physical Sciences: one at 40% (Level 3), other at 50% (Level 4)
Life Sciences or Geography or Agricultural Sciences or Information Technology: 50% (Level 4)
APS: 27

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics40%Required
Physical Sciences40%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, breeding, and production of fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and medicinal plants. Horticulturists work in botanical gardens, commercial farms, and research institutions.

  2. Greenhouse Manager
    Oversee the operations of greenhouses and nurseries, ensuring optimal growing conditions and plant health. Greenhouse managers work for agricultural businesses, garden centres, and research facilities.

  3. Landscape Designer
    Plan and create aesthetically appealing and functional landscapes using a mix of plants, trees, and hardscaping elements. Landscape designers work in urban planning, residential design, and commercial property development.

  4. Agricultural Researcher (Horticulture)
    Conduct studies on plant breeding, disease resistance, and sustainable farming practices to improve crop yields. Agricultural researchers work in universities, government agricultural departments, and private sector R&D firms.

  5. Floriculturist
    Specialise in the commercial cultivation of flowers and ornamental plants, supplying nurseries, florists, and event planners. Floriculturists work in flower farms, botanical gardens, and agribusiness companies.

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