Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Crop Production and Technology
- Entry level
- A-Level results
- Field of study
- Plant & Animal Sciences
- Duration
- 4 years
- Institution
- Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degrees: what you need to apply
A-Level results · 2 A-Level passes
Also considered: Diploma
A degree is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
O Level: 5 passes incl. English, Maths | A Level: 2 passes in relevant subjects | or relevant diploma
As the institution publishes it
O-Level: 5 passes incl. English, Maths A-Level: 2 passes: Biology, Crop Science or Agriculture, plus one of Maths, Statistics, Animal Science, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Physical or Integrated Science, Economics, Accounts, Management of Business, Geography Previous award needed: Diploma in Agriculture or Horticulture or equivalent Work experience: 5 years after the diploma (general rule) Mature entry: Age 25+ (men) / 23+ (women) with 5 O Levels and relevant work experience Other conditions: Diploma route: Merit or better overall; may be exempted from the 1-year attachment
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About this programme
Honours bachelor's degree: a full undergraduate degree. MUAST's 4 to 5 year degrees include a 1-year attachment, from which diploma holders may be exempted. Covers growing field and food crops, from seed to harvest, productively and sustainably.
What you will study
Crop physiology and production, soil and water management, plant breeding, pest and disease control, agronomy, post-harvest technology, farm business and a project. Includes a 1-year attachment.
Further study and pathways
Master's study in the field (a good Honours degree is the stated entry rule), or professional and technical roles.
Source: Marondera University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology: MUAST_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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