Bachelor of Science Honours: Applied Plant Physiology
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Purpose and Rationale
The Bachelor of Science Honours: Applied Plant Physiology (BSc Hons: Applied Plant Physiology) has been designed for graduates with Bachelor of Science Degrees in related plant or biological sciences who are interested in postgraduate studies in areas of Horticulture.
The qualification aims to strengthen knowledge in the discipline of Horticultural Sciences, with emphasis on plant physiological, biochemical, and molecular mechanisms. These mechanisms are relevant to production and quality systems in horticultural crops.
Students will engage in research methodology and also expand their writing and presentation skills.
Rationale:
A cadre of knowledgeable horticulturists is essential for successful food production in any country with a growing population and limited, if not shrinking, available arable land for crop cultivation.
The qualification aims to attract both national and international graduates with appropriate three-year Bachelor of Science Degrees.
Within the qualification, there is a high level of theoretical engagement in horticultural principles which will enable successful postgraduates to take up advisory and/or research positions within the relevant areas of crop cultivation or food production.
Furthermore, such skills will enable further studies at Master's and subsequently, Doctoral, levels in Horticulture.
Outcomes
- Explain plant physiology with specific reference to the principles and management strategies required for successful horticultural practice.
- Discuss the management of crop production according to the requirements and needs of the product. Range: Ethical practice### commercial harvesting### methods of handling, packaging, storage and transport### marketing.
- Critically evaluate a wide range of information from proven or known reliable sources to understand and apply the philosophy and ethics of research within the field.
- Produce a research project in a scientific format within the context of applied plant physiology. Critical Cross-Field Outcomes: All the Critical Cross-Field Outcomes are addressed in this qualification.
Assessment Criteria
Assessment Criteria:
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Holistic Understanding of Applied Plant Physiology in Horticultural Crops:
- Demonstrate knowledge and application of plant physiology principles in production processes.
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Holistic Understanding of Eco-physiology of Horticultural Crops:
- Show comprehensive understanding of the interactions between plants and their environment.
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Holistic Understanding of Nutrition in Horticultural and Agronomical Crops:
- Display knowledge of nutrient requirements and uptake in horticultural and agronomical crops.
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Holistic Understanding of Post-harvest Physiology and Technology:
- Demonstrate understanding of post-harvest processes and technologies in horticultural crops.
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Understanding of Scientific Research Methodology in Horticulture:
- Exhibit knowledge of research methodologies specific to the field of horticulture.
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Practical Work and Laboratory Procedures:
- Perform practical work using accepted laboratory practices and procedures.
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Written Research Report and Oral Presentations:
- Compile a research report including methodology, results, and conclusions, and present findings orally.
Integrated Assessment:
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Formative and Summative Assessments:
- Conduct both formative and summative assessments for each module to evaluate understanding and progress effectively.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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