University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
BScAgric (Plant Pathology)Pretoria, South Africa
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The BScAgric (Plant Pathology) focuses on understanding plant diseases and their management. Students will study topics related to specific plant pathogens and learn the science behind disease control measures. The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for addressing plant health issues.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in agriculture, research, and environmental management. Potential job roles include plant pathologist, agricultural consultant, and research scientist in government or private sectors.
Introduction
BScAgric (Plant Pathology)
Curriculum: Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic information management 111
- Academic information management 121
- Language and study skills 110
- Academic orientation 102
Core modules
- Biometry 120
- Plants and society 161
- General chemistry 117
- General chemistry 127
- Introductory genetics 161
- Introduction to microbiology 161
- Molecular and cell biology 111
- Physics for biology students 131
- Mathematics 134
- Animal diversity 161
Curriculum: Year 2
Core modules
- Introduction to proteins and enzymes 251
- South African flora and vegetation 251
- Plant physiology and biotechnology 261
- Introductory soil science 250
- Molecular genetics 251
- Genetic diversity and evolution 261
- Introduction to agricultural economics 210
- Agricultural economics 220
- Introduction to crop protection 251
- Principles of plant pathology 262
- Sustainable crop production and agroclimatology 251
Curriculum: Year 3
Core modules
- Field crops 361
- Plant ecophysiology 356
- Soil chemistry 320
- Soil classification and surveying 350
- Principles and practices 351
- Soil-water relationship and irrigation 350
- Plant disease control 363
- Principles of veld management 310
- Planted pastures and fodder crops 320
- Applied entomology 365
Curriculum: Final year
Core modules
- Field crops 361
- Plant ecophysiology 356
- Soil chemistry 320
- Soil classification and surveying 350
- Principles and practices 351
- Soil-water relationship and irrigation 350
- Plant disease control 363
- Principles of veld management 310
- Planted pastures and fodder crops 320
- Applied entomology 365
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Curriculum: Year 1
Fundamental modules
- Academic information management 111
- Academic information management 121
- Language and study skills 110
- Academic orientation 102
Core modules
- Biometry 120
- Plants and society 161
- General chemistry 117
- General chemistry 127
- Introductory genetics 161
- Introduction to microbiology 161
- Molecular and cell biology 111
- Physics for biology students 131
- Mathematics 134
- Animal diversity 161
Curriculum: Year 2
Core modules
- Introduction to proteins and enzymes 251
- South African flora and vegetation 251
- Plant physiology and biotechnology 261
- Introductory soil science 250
- Molecular genetics 251
- Genetic diversity and evolution 261
- Introduction to agricultural economics 210
- Agricultural economics 220
- Introduction to crop protection 251
- Principles of plant pathology 262
- Sustainable crop production and agroclimatology 251
Curriculum: Year 3
Core modules
- Field crops 361
- Plant ecophysiology 356
- Soil chemistry 320
- Soil classification and surveying 350
- Principles and practices 351
- Soil-water relationship and irrigation 350
- Plant disease control 363
- Principles of veld management 310
- Planted pastures and fodder crops 320
- Applied entomology 365
Curriculum: Final year
Core modules
- Field crops 361
- Plant ecophysiology 356
- Soil chemistry 320
- Soil classification and surveying 350
- Principles and practices 351
- Soil-water relationship and irrigation 350
- Plant disease control 363
- Principles of veld management 310
- Planted pastures and fodder crops 320
- Applied entomology 365
Program Outcome
Total credits: 570