INTRODUCTION

This NC(V) Programme is delivered under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training and quality assured by Umalusi. The Programme integrates theory and practice and provides students with a broad range of knowledge and practical skills within the Agriculture field. 

The NC(V) Primary Agriculture course is designed to teach the students the broad principles regarding farming activities such as animal-and soil production, as well as how to run the farm as a business.

Students who successfully complete the NQF Level 4 qualification may seek employment opportunities in this field of study. Students who wish to further their academic studies may advance to the N4-N6 Farming Management National N-Diploma courses.

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics Literacy
  • Life Orientation

VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL

  • Soil Science
  • Plant Production
  • Animal Production
  • Agri Business (elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  • A year-end school report for grade 9, 10, 11 or 12 certificate
  • An NQF Level 1 Qualification
  • All requirements are subject to Admission Point Score.

DURATION

  •  1 year

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics Literacy
  • Life Orientation
 

VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL

  • Soil Science
  • Plant Production
  • Animal Production
  • Agri Business (elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  • NQF Level 2 in the specific programme

DURATION

  •  1 year

FUNDAMENTAL SUBJECTS

  • The following subjects are compulsory for each level:
  • English 1st Additional Language
  • Mathematics Literacy
  • Life Orientation

VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS PER LEVEL

  • Farming Planning and Mechanization
  • Advanced Plant Production
  • Animal Production
  • Agri Business (elective)

ADMISSION REQUIRED

  • NQF Level 3 in the specific programme

DURATION

  •  1 year