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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY

REGISTERED QUALIFICATION THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE:

Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science

SAQA QUAL ID	QUALIFICATION TITLE
19029	Bachelor of Science Honours: Agriculture: Soil Science
ORIGINATOR
University of Fort Hare
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY			NQF SUB-FRAMEWORK
CHE - Council on Higher Education			HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
QUALIFICATION TYPE	FIELD		SUBFIELD
Honours Degree	Field 01 - Agriculture and Nature Conservation		Primary Agriculture
ABET BAND	MINIMUM CREDITS	PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL	NQF LEVEL	QUAL CLASS
Undefined	128	Level 7	Level N/A: Pre-2009 was L7	Regular-Provider-ELOAC
REGISTRATION STATUS		SAQA DECISION NUMBER	REGISTRATION START DATE	REGISTRATION END DATE
Passed the End Date - Status was "Reregistered"		SAQA 06120/18	2018-07-01	2018-12-31
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT		LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2019-12-31		2022-12-31

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

The first purpose of the qualification is to provide qualifiers with postgraduate-level knowledge, specific skills, and applied competence in general and specific areas of Soil Science that provide opportunities for continued personal intellectual growth, gainful economic activity and rewarding contributions to society.

The second purpose is to provide the Agricultural industry in South Africa, which under-pins all aspects of the economy, with significant numbers of graduates with the high levels of interdisciplinary knowledge and skills in soil science necessary for the identification and strategic solution of real-life problems facing the agricultural industry, including emphasis on small scale, emerging farmers.

The third purpose is to provide South Africa, and Eastern Cape in particular, with a cadre of highly competent researchers who will have clear and growing understanding of scientific developments in agricultural research and thus be able to be active participants in the generation and reconfiguration of knowledge so a to meet the ever changing horticultural needs of the South African society. The B.Sc. Agric. Hons in programme in Soil Science provides a certain measure of specialization and prepares the learner for research.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

A B.Sc. Agric degree or equivalent, or B.Sc. Agric. status where a learner may have another appropriate qualification and/or modules which together confer the B.Sc. Agric. status. An adequate background in Soil Science is necessary. The University rules (relating to admissions) in force at the time need to be consulted.

RECOGNISE PREVIOUS LEARNING?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

The learner will be able to:

1. Communicate effectively with peers in a variety of modes, in the discourse of agricultural production, but particularly Soil Science.

2. Demonstrate responsible and effective time-management in the organization of projects and research, meeting personal objectives and negotiated deadlines in the agricultural biological sciences.

3. Interact with self-confidence, as a member of a team or group in a variety of discussion and problem-solving situations in practical farming and management environment.

4. Manage research data and information effectively.

5. Apply detailed theoretical and practical knowledge of his/her discipline of specialization, and demonstrate that he/she comprehends the interactions between agriculture and the environment, and the multidisciplinary nature of problems in agriculture.

6. Identify and define problems encountered in crop production systems, and use appropriate methodology to devise creative problem-solving strategies that lead to appropriate management interventions.

7. Participate effectively and with accountability in the use of acquired knowledge to manage natural resources sustainably.

8. Exhibit many of the characteristics of a life-long learner like possession of a questioning and critical sense of curiosity, self-motivation, reflection and capability of employing a range of meta-cognitive skills and learning strategies within the field of agriculture.

9. Competently use computer technology as a tool in visual presentations, storage and analysis of data and information, written and graphic work in the context of applied agricultural and biological sciences, soil science in particular.

ASSOCIATED ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The learner will be able to:

1. Participate in class discussions; write and present min-seminars; prepare assignments; participate effectively in oral presentations.

2. Submit assignments and reports in an acceptable format according to clear guidelines and deadlines.

3. Participate and interact intelligently in class discussions and presentations and in practical situations.

4. Effectively collect, store, analyze, synthesize, present and critically evaluate data, using reliable methods and instruments.

5. Critically read, interpret and analyze literature; participate in group discussions.

6. Demonstrate these concepts in his/her work.

7. These competencies in computer technology are to be demonstrated in the assignments and reports of the student.

The learner will be able to:

1. Participate in class discussions; write and present min-seminars; prepare assignments; participate effectively in oral presentations.

2. Submit assignments and reports in an acceptable format according to clear guidelines and deadlines.

3. Participate and interact intelligently in class discussions and presentations and in practical situations.

4. Effectively collect, store, analyze, synthesize, present and critically evaluate data, using reliable methods and instruments.

5. Critically read, interpret and analyze literature; participate in group discussions.

6. Demonstrate these concepts in his/her work.

7. These competencies in computer technology are to be demonstrated in the assignments and reports of the student

Integrated assessment appropriately incorporated to ensure that the purpose of the qualification is achieved

Through integrated assessment the learner will be required to demonstrate applied competence using a range of formative and summative assessment methods including assignments, seminars, practical reports and exams. Assessment of research planning, research procedures and the research report will be particularly important.

ARTICULATION OPTIONS

Learners with a B. S C. Agric. Hons. (Soil Science)qualification can apply to register for the M. SC. Agric. (Soil Science)or a related Masters degree at UFH or other University.

MODERATION OPTIONS

There is a second examiner (usually external) for all exams, seminar and the research project. Moderators/external examiners are selected from sister institutions or from research institutions and are adequately qualified. They must be approved by Senate.

CRITERIA FOR THE REGISTRATION OF ASSESSORS

All assessors are experts in their disciplines and the modules they teach/assess. Academic staff should have at least a Master 's degree (if not, it is a stated aim of the University 's staff development policy that they should acquire such a qualification in the shortest delay).

REREGISTRATION HISTORY

As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this qualification was Reregistered in 2006; 2009; 2012; 2015.

NOTES

N/A

LEARNING PROGRAMMES RECORDED AGAINST THIS QUALIFICATION:

NONE

PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS QUALIFICATION:

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1.	University of Fort Hare