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BScAgric in Applied Plant and Soil Sciences at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This four-year degree teaches plant-based agriculture across agronomy, horticultural science, pasture science and soil science. It is accredited by SACNASP, enabling graduates to register as professional natural scientists.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Agronomy, horticultural science, pasture science and soil science.

Career pathways

Agricultural Research Council, government agriculture/environment departments, CSIR, provincial conservation departments, SANBI, municipalities, SANParks; private sector seed/fertiliser/plant-protection companies, nurseries, irrigation firms; consultancy and entrepreneurial farming/nursery ventures; extension services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 32. NSC/IEB: English Home/First Additional Language 5, Mathematics 5, Physical Sciences 5.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 75,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc Agric (Applied Plant and Soil Sciences)'); the source states a range of R75,000 to R86,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years ha Source

Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026

Duration: 4 years, full-time

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