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Postgraduate Diploma in Agronomy at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Agronomy suits graduates seeking advanced expertise in crop production, precision agriculture or sustainable farming systems, with a focus on equipping working professionals to solve workplace problems. It is offered full-time over one year or part-time over two years.

Faculty: Faculty of AgriSciences  |  Department: Agronomy  |  Duration: One year  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Modules cover crops for extensive production systems, natural pasture management, advanced weed management, production physiology and technology, agronomy practicals, precision agriculture in field crops, professional development and research skills, and a 30-credit Agronomy Science Project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A three-year BSc degree, pre-HEQSF BTech degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7 in a relevant field, or other Senate-approved equivalent qualifications. Selection is competitive.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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