49010| National Diploma: Plant Production| NQF 5
The National Diploma: Plant Production (SAQA ID 49010) is a 240-credit, NQF Level 5 qualification registered with the South African Qualifications Authority. It is designed to equip aspiring and current farmers with the practical and management skills required to run sustainable agricultural operations, covering everything from soil science to agribusiness.
Core Information
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- NQF Level: Level 5
- Total Credits: 240
- Duration: Typically 24 months, divided evenly between theory and practical application
Entry Requirements
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- A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is generally required
- Institutions may accept a lower grade or experience (RPL) if you complete the National Certificate NQF Level 4 in Plant/Animal Production first
- Access to a working farm or practical agricultural site for workplace experience is often required Agri Skills Transfer.
Key Learning Areas
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- Technical Production: Crop management, soil preparation, pest control, and sustainable land utilization
- Farm Management: Economics, business plan development, natural resource design, and project management
- Specializations: Depending on your provider, you can tailor your studies to focus on agronomy, horticulture, or viticulture.
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What is included in the fee?
- Learner registration
- LMS access
- Digital learning material
- Facilitator support
- Practical training
- Internal assessments
- Portfolio of Evidence support
- Learner administration
- Certification processing
- Learner support throughout the programme
Features
- Diploma-level qualification
