Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Pasture Science) | UFH

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The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with specialisation in Pasture Science at the University of Fort Hare focuses on the science of managing natural and planted grasslands, rangelands, and fodder systems critical to South Africa's livestock and game farming industries. Students learn plant ecology, rangeland management, and sustainable forage production in environments typical of the Eastern Cape — one of South Africa's most important pastoral farming regions. This degree prepares graduates to address land degradation, overgrazing, and climate change impacts on South African pastures.

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

Pasture Scientist – Managing rangeland and pasture systems for South African commercial livestock and game farms.
Rangeland Ecologist – Assessing and restoring degraded grasslands and rangelands in South Africa’s farming regions.
Conservation Agricultural Consultant – Advising on sustainable land management practices across South African farming communities.
Agricultural Researcher – Investigating forage crop improvement and rangeland management at South African research institutes.
Game Farm Manager – Managing pasture and carrying capacity on South African wildlife and hunting farms.

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