Bachelor of Science Honours in Agriculture
Agriculture and Nature Conservation - Primary Agriculture
Purpose and Rationale
This qualification will produce much-needed professionals who can enter or specialize in any of the agricultural options.
Outcomes
- Demonstration of the ability to conduct research through the planning, execution and verbal plus written presentation of results.
- The mini research project involves a seminar presentation of methodology at commencement, a further seminar presentation of results at conclusion followed by the submission of a written dissertation.
- Demonstration of the ability to gather, collate and interpret diverse information by undertaking written reviews of specified scientific topics.
- Demonstration of the ability to organise and undertake practical work as well as co-operate in a team during the conduct of research.
- Demonstrate a certain level of competency in statistical and computer use.
- Demonstration of the ability to assimilate, interpret and summarise information through written exams on specified topics.
Assessment Criteria
Integrated Assessment:
- Collective departmental assessment of seminars focusing on all aspects of presentation skills, knowledge of the subject matter, insight into problems, and problem-solving abilities.
- Specialist assessment of the merits of the dissertation.
- Assessment of review topics covered.
- Internal and external assessment of four written examinations.
Practical Competency Assessment:
- Evaluation of practical competency and the ability to work effectively in a team as demonstrated in the research project.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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