Bachelor of Science in Agriculture | UFS

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The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at UFS Bloemfontein is a research-oriented three-year degree offering major combinations in Animal Science, Agrometeorology, Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Breeding, and Plant Pathology. Physical Sciences and Mathematics are compulsory for students wishing to take Chemistry modules. One of either Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences must be offered alongside Physical Sciences. This degree produces highly skilled agricultural scientists equipped to contribute to South Africa's food security, export agriculture, and sustainable land management challenges.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 60% (Level 5)
Physical Sciences: 60% (Level 5) — compulsory for Chemistry modules
Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences: 60% (Level 5)
APS: 32

Career Prospects

Agricultural Scientist – Conducting research and providing technical expertise in crop, animal, or soil science for South African agriculture.
Plant Pathologist – Diagnosing and managing plant diseases affecting South African agricultural and horticultural crops.
Animal Scientist – Improving livestock genetics, nutrition, and management systems at South African research stations and farms.
Soil Scientist – Assessing and managing soil health for sustainable crop production across South Africa’s farming regions.
Agrometeorology Specialist – Applying climate and weather data to optimise agricultural decision-making in South Africa’s farming sector.

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