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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Agriculture Management

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
111480	Bachelor of Agriculture Management
ORIGINATOR
University of Limpopo
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
-			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
National First Degree	Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation		Primary Agriculture
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	360	Not Applicable	NQF Level 07	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 091/21	2021-07-01	2023-06-30
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30		2029-06-30

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.

This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION

Purpose:
The purpose of the qualification is to familiarise learners with the content and basic theories of primary agricultural practices and the management thereof. The qualification will provide learners with a perspective on all forms of agricultural practice, which includes animal and plant production, as well as agricultural economics in order for the Graduate to operate at grass roots level inf the management of agriculture in general. The qualification also provides learners with competencies and skills to apply their knowledge to solve problems within a general agricultural context. The qualification will provide a cadre of Graduates that will be able to competently manage agricultural practices assist with agricultural development or enter into the marketing and economic sector of agriculture with a balance of knowledge in the agricultural industry.

Rationale:
The agricultural sector is crucial to rural development and contributes significantly to enhance food security and alleviate poverty. For this reason, there is a great need for qualified professionals who understand the interrelated nature of farming systems especially for smallholder agriculture as well as the global environment, and how to succeed in it. There is an urgent need to improve the human resource in terms of competencies and skills to render a high quality service in agriculture and communities who use these services. The Agricultural Sector of South Africa is important to the well-being of all South Africans and Africa. The rationale of the qualification is to equip South Africa with competent farming managers who have knowledge in a variety of agricultural sectors with a grounding to manage their operations effectively.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may be used to access the qualification. In addition, this qualification may be achieved in part through the recognition of relevant prior learning and experience.

Entry Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is:

National Senior Certificate, Level 4 granting access to Bachelor Degree studies.

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QUALIFICATION RULES

This qualification consists of the following compulsory modules at Level 5, 6 and 7 totalling 360 Credits.

Compulsory Modules, Level 5, 96 Credits:

Introduction to Animal Science, 12 Credits.

Introduction to Agricultural Economics: Microeconomics, 12 Credits.

Introduction to Biological Sciences, 12 Credits.

Introduction to Soil Science, 12 Credits.

Elementary Mathematics, 12 Credits.

Principles of Animal Genetics, 12 Credits.

Introduction to Agricultural Economics: Macroeconomics, 12 Credits.

Introduction to Plant Production, 12 Credits.

Compulsory Module, Level 6, 136 Credits:

Introduction to Soil Formation and Classification, 12 Credits.

Elementary Statistical Methods, 12 Credits.

Fundamentals of Nutrition, 16 Credits.

Basic and Intermediate Farm Management, 16 Credits.

Principles of Field Crop Production, 16 Credits.

Plant Nutrition and Soil Fertility, 16 Credits.

Feeds and Feeding Systems, 16 Credits.

Basic and Intermediate Agricultural Marketing, 16 Credits.

Introduction to Planted Pastures, Species selection and Rangeland Management, 16 Credits.

Compulsory Module, Level 7, 128 Credits:

Animal Health, 16 Credits.

Agricultural and Rural Development, 16 Credits.

Principles of Fruit Crops Production, 16 Credits.

Field Identification of Soils, 16 Credits.

Farm Animal Management, 16 Credits.

Agricultural Project Analysis, 16 Credits.

Cropping systems, organic and nature farming, 16 Credits.

Irrigation and Soil Water Balance, 16 Credits.

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate a broad scope of knowledge within a general agricultural context.
2. Solve problems relating to a variety of topics in agriculture within limited boundaries.
3. Competently apply theory and practical knowledge to various situations within the agricultural context.
4. Make decisions on ethical values and practices within an agricultural context and surrounding disciplines.
5. Communicate effectively regarding topics of a general agricultural nature.
6. Make informed decisions by accessing relevant information on particular topics and thus foster lifelong learning in their particular field of expertise.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:

Have an informed outline knowledge and understanding of the content, theories, and scholarly positions of the critical core of a number of Agricultural Management contexts at a basic and intermediate level.

Critically question the basic assumptions of the most important theories, scholarly positions and basic methodologies of Agriculture Management.

Analyse and locate own work in contemporary contexts (such as the South African and African contexts) regarding specific issues and/or problems.

Interpret topical issues using different perspectives in agriculture management contexts.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:

Integrate the knowledge of different subject fields and use correct contextual examples.

Use theories and practical knowledge to assess challenging situations and suggest viable solutions to overcome them.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:

Demonstrate practical competence with regard to farming practices and methodologies.

Select the correct course of action for each situation in an agricultural context to solve particular challenges.

Apply methods, techniques and systems selected appropriately to ensure maximum impact and effectiveness, whilst keeping in mind that agriculture is an integrated system.

Use the knowledge on principles and practices of farming practices to establish and manage a productive farming enterprise.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:

Know and apply the legislative framework that governs the agricultural sector.

Evaluate the legal implications for society and the environment of the techniques and technology used in the entire value chain of the agricultural sector.

Undertake all work with the utmost respect for individuals and communities that will be affected, the environment and the law.

Discuss farming practices with respect to own experiences from practicals and observations.

Articulate well with people in the farming and market sector, as well as with emerging farmers.

Consult on the use of appropriate agricultural systems.

Respectfully engage with communities and advise and assist small-scale farmers in agricultural matters.

Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:

Access and evaluate relevant forms of information in order to address specific topics.

Demonstrate competence in the basic and elementary modes of inquiry in agriculture management.

Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information required to establish viable agricultural production and business practices.

Develop an argument around and demonstrate an understanding of newly-encountered material and an ability to advocate for the argument.

Integrated Assessment:
Learning and assessment are integrated throughout this qualification. Continuous formative assessment is required to ensure that learners get feedback on their progress towards the achievement of specific learning outcomes. Summative assessment is concerned with the judgement of the learning in relation to the Exit Level Outcomes of the qualification. Such judgement includes integrated assessment, which assesses the learner's ability to integrate the larger body of knowledge, competencies and attitudes that are represented by the ExitLevel Outcomes, either as a whole or as components of the qualification.

Assignments designed to meet the requirements of integrated assessment are such as to achieve:

An integration of the achievement of Exit Level Outcomes in a way that demonstrates that the purpose of the qualification as a whole has been achieved.

Evaluation of learner performance to demonstrate applied competence.

Criterion-referenced assessment, which is clearly explained to and understood by the.

The wide range of knowledge, skills, competencies and attitudes are integrated using innovative methods. In the assessment of outcomes due recognition is given to criteria and methods of assessment that assess these appropriately and adequately.

INTERNATIONAL COMPARABILITY

Australia:
At the University of Melbourne, learners can do a three-year Bachelor of Agriculture Degree that gives them an integrated and multi-disciplinary understanding of agricultural science, economic drivers of resource management, agriculture development and sustainability. The qualification differs in that in that the Bachelor of Agriculture Management learners do not major in one discipline but continue to the third year with the disciplines of Agricultural Economics, Plant Production, Animal Production and Soil Science, whilst in the University of Melbourne Degree students may choose a specific major. Both qualifications lead on to an Honours Degree.

United Kingdom (UK):
The University of Reading offers a three-year Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Learners can focus on areas such as Animal Science and Production, Crop Science and Production, Agri-environment or Agri-business, or they can tailor the course to suit their interests by combining these areas.

Berlin:
The Humboldt University offers a three-year Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences, in alignment with the first cycle Bologna Degrees, which aims to provide students with a general multi-disciplinary agricultural Degree. This Degree differs from the Bachelor of Agriculture Management, Level 7 in that it builds agricultural knowledge onto a basic natural science at level 5 and includes economics and social sciences pertaining to agriculture. The outcomes and articulation of the qualifications are, however, similar.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.

Horizontal Articulation:

Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Management, Level 7.

Vertical Articulation:

Bachelor of Agriculture Honours: Agricultural Management, Level 8.

Postgraduate Diploma: Agriculture, Level 8.

MODERATION OPTIONS

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CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

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NOTES

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LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

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