The programme incorporates information technology and communication skills in a curriculum which integrates the competencies of the agricultural and other support sciences, including the social sciences, with agricultural technology.
The delivery modes would include lectures supported by active learning strategies such as tutorials, projects, field and laboratory-based practicals and field visits. Specially designed courses will be offered at the University Field Station to ensure that the graduates are well-grounded in the practical aspects of food and agriculture from the farm to the table.
The graduates of the Certificate in Agriculture will meet the matriculation requirements for admission to specific BSc programmes in the FFA at the YEAR ONE level.
CSEC Minimum passes: 5
CSEC Mandatory: English Language, Mathematics
CAPE Minimum passes: 0
Alternative Qualifications: Any other qualification deemed acceptable by the FFA.
Career Opportunities:
This certificate programme is designed to equip graduates with the necessary competencies, skill sets and knowledge to:
- become modern-day farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs (e.g. Horticulturists, aquaculturist, etc.)
- become specialists in agricultural technologies
- commence a career in the agriculture sector as entry level technical or support personnel
- become agricultural extension agents
- pursue degree level training in agricultural science and technology-oriented programmes
- serve as teachers of agriculture at the primary school level