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Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science

The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science is a Level NQF Level 08 qualification consisting of 480 credits, originated by University of South Africa. It is currently registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).

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NQF Level

NQF Level 08

Total Credits

480

Qualification Type

National Qualification

Originator

University of South Africa

Last Checked: 23 October 2026 Verification Status: 100%

Registry & Taxonomical Mapping DOC REF: NQF / 99030

I. Classification

Primary Field Field 001 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation

Sub-Field Primary Agriculture

Sub-Framework HEQSF

II. Quality Assurance

Originating Body University of South Africa

QA Functionary CHE

Learning Program No

III. Historical Framework

Pre-2009 NQF Not Applic

ABET Band Undefined

LP Recorded Against —

This qualification is officially classified under Field 001 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation (Primary Agriculture) on the National Qualifications Framework. It operates on the HEQSF sub-framework, with quality assurance governed by CHE. No legacy classification exists prior to the 2009 NQF framework revision.

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This qualification is registered on the HEQSF sub-framework. Quality assurance is overseen by the CHE. It is officially originated by University of South Africa.

Sub-framework: HEQSF. QA Functionary: CHE

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SAQA ID: 99030

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Modules mapped to this qualification:

BLG150112 Cr

Basic Biology

ASA370312 Cr

Beef Production [Theory and Practice]

BCH260412 Cr

Biochemistry (Practical)

Bioenergetics

Biology Practical

Biometry

Pasture Management [Theory and Practice]

ASA370212 Cr

Pig Production [Theory and Practice]

BOT150212 Cr

Plant Biodiversity and Environmental Botany

ASP370112 Cr

Plant Genetics and Biotechnology (Theory and Practice)

BOT370112 Cr

Plant Physiology

BOT260312 Cr

Plant Physiology, Water Relations and Plant Nutrition

ASP260212 Cr

Plant Production Systems (Theory and Practice)

ASP260312 Cr

Plant Protection

ASP480224 Cr

Pomology & Olericulture

ASP370412 Cr

Post Harvest Technology (Theory and Practice)

ASA370112 Cr

Poultry Production [Theory and Practice]

MAT151012 Cr

Precalculus Mathematics A

ASA260512 Cr

Principles of Animal Nutrition

ASA480224 Cr

Advanced Animal Breeding

ASA480324 Cr

Advanced Animal Nutrition

ASA260112 Cr

Advanced Animal Physiology

ASP480324 Cr

Advanced Field Crop Production

ASP480124 Cr

Advanced Plant Physiology

AME480324 Cr

Agricultural Business Management

AME480124 Cr

Agricultural Marketing Analysis

AME270112 Cr

Agricultural Marketing and Risk Management

AME370312 Cr

Agricultural Policy Analysis

AME260112 Cr

Agricultural Production Economics (Theory and Practice)

AME480224 Cr

Agricultural Project Analysis IB

AME370212 Cr

Agricultural Resource Economics

AME370112 Cr

Agricultural and Rural Development

ASA270212 Cr

Animal Breeding [Theory and Practice]

ASA150112 Cr

Animal Physiology [Theory and Practice]

ASA480124 Cr

Animal Production Physiology

BLG150212 Cr

Animal and Plant Diversity

ASA270112 Cr

Applied Animal Nutrition (Theory and Practice)

ASA370412 Cr

Dairy Production [Theory and Practice]

ECS150112 Cr

Economics IA

ECS160112 Cr

Economics IB (Macroeconomics I)

PHY150112 Cr

Elementary Mechanics

GGH370812 Cr

Environmental Awareness and Responsibility

ECS260612 Cr

Environmental Economics

AEX260112 Cr

Extension Leadership and Group Dynamics

AEX370312 Cr

Extension Programme Planning and Evaluation

AME260512 Cr

Farm Management

ASP370312 Cr

Field Crop Production (Theory and Practice)

FAC150212 Cr

Financial Accounting Principles, Concepts and Procedures

FNS260212 Cr

Food Security and Sustainable Livelihoods

ASP370212 Cr

Fruit Production (Theory and Practice)

CHE150312 Cr

General Chemistry I (Practical)

General Chemistry IA

General Chemistry IB

General Genetics A

General Genetics B

Growth Physiology

Introduction to Agri-Business Management (Theory and Practice)

AME150112 Cr

Introduction to Agricultural Economics [Theory and Practice]

AME270312 Cr

Introduction to Agricultural Policy

ASA150312 Cr

Introduction to Animal Science [Theory]

STA161012 Cr

Introduction to Statistics

BCH260112 Cr

Introductory Biochemistry

FAC150112 Cr

Introductory Financial Accounting

MIB260112 Cr

Introductory Microbiology

SSW260112 Cr

Irrigation and Water Management (Theory and Practice)

MAT150312 Cr

Linear Algebra I

MIB260412 Cr

Microbiology II (Practical)

AGP370112 Cr

Mini Project and Seminar

AME370412 Cr

Rural Agricultural Finance

ASA370512 Cr

Small Stock Production [Theory and Practice]

SSW260212 Cr

Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition

SSC260112 Cr

Soil Pedology and Classification II

ASP3705 Cr

Vegetable Production (Theory and Practice)

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🧠 Understanding the Qualification

This qualification is registered at NQF Level NQF Level 08 on the National Qualifications Framework.

Credits: Requiring 480 credits, this indicates the estimated volume of learning. On the NQF, 1 credit represents approximately 10 notional hours of learning.

Qualification Type: It is classified as a National Qualification.

Field of Study: This qualification falls under the Field 001 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation classification.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions ▼

What is the SAQA ID for Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science?

The SAQA ID for Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science is 99030.

What NQF level is this qualification?

This qualification is registered at NQF Level NQF Level 08.

How many credits is this qualification worth?

It consists of 480 credits.

Is this qualification still registered and active?

Yes, it is currently registered and active on the NQF.

What APS score is required?

APS requirements vary by institution. Please check the institution profile for specific admission points.

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NQF LevelNQF Level 08

Credits480

Minimum APS—

SAQA ID99030

Last Updated23 October 2026

TypeNational Qualification

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