Code | Faculty |
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02256001 | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
Credits | Duration |
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Duration of study: 1 year | Total credits: 180 |
Residence
On the recommendation of the head of department, the Dean may set specific residential requirements for the MScAgric degree.
Renewal of registration
As long as progress is satisfactory, renewal of the registration of a master’s student will be accepted for the second year of the study. Registration for a third and subsequent years will only take place when the Student Administration of the Faculty receives a written motivation which is supported by the head of department and Postgraduate Studies Committee.
Curriculum
Subject to programme-specific requirements, the curriculum for the MScAgric degree consists of the following:
a. A dissertation; and
b. Further study in the major subject/s, augmented by ancillary modules prescribed by the Postgraduate Studies Committee, on the recommendation of the head of department. Such ancillary modules may be taken simultaneously with the major subject/s. Candidates in possession of the BScAgricHons degree may be exempted from additional ancillary modules.
General
Candidates are required to familiarise themselves with the General Regulations regarding the maximum period of registration and the requirements on the submission of a draft article for publication.
The BAgricHons in Extension and Rural Development – with an average of at least 60%
OR
A Postgraduate Diploma in Extension and Rural Development with an average of 60% in each module and the completion of at least 60 credits at honours level
OR
BInstAgrarHons in Extension with an average of at least 60%. At least 120 credits of relevant extension modules at postgraduate level (honours level) with an average of at 60% or higher in each module.
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