Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Crop Science and Technology with options in Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Breeding
- Entry level
- A-Level results
- Field of study
- Agriculture & Food Systems
- Duration
- 4 years
- Institution
- Chinhoyi University of Technology
Entry requirements
Undergraduate degrees: what you need to apply
A-Level results · 2 A-Level passes (minimum)
Also considered: Diploma
A degree is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.
5 O Levels incl. English, Maths | A Levels incl. Biology or an Agriculture-related subject
As the institution publishes it
O-Level: 5 passes incl. English Language, Mathematics A-Level: 2 (minimum). Subjects: plus any of: Statistics, Chemistry, Agriculture, Geography, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, Physics (or approved equivalents). Compulsory: Biology or an Agriculture-related subject Minimum class: Not stated in the advert (it says 'passes') Alternative route: Relevant Diploma (Special Entry may be granted) Mature entry: Age 25+ (male) or 23+ (female) with relevant work experience
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About this programme
Covers how crops are grown, improved and protected. Students choose an option in Agronomy, Horticulture or Plant Breeding, and work with practical plots and the University Farm.
What you will study
Crop physiology, soil science and fertility, plant breeding and genetics, crop protection, irrigation, horticultural production, post-harvest handling, farm management, and a research project.
Further study and pathways
Master's in crop science, plant breeding, horticulture or agronomy; research degrees.
More details
- Practical training site
- CUT Agro-Industrial Park & University Farm (stated)
Source: Chinhoyi University of Technology: CUT_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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