The importance of agriculture as a basic need for humanity’s survival cannot be stressed more. Among others, it sustains us, keeps us healthy, and contributes to economic growth by creating jobs and exportable products.
At CPUT we offer:
• Agricultural Management
• Animal Production
• Crop Production
• Viticulture and Oenology
With this programme, your future lies in the management of the agricultural industry. You will get actively involved in day-today farming activities, including planning, care, and harvesting of agricultural products.
YOU WILL LIKE THIS IF YOU WILL STUDY AT
YOU WILL STUDY FOR
You have an active interest in farming, growing produce or caring for livestock, and have a love of the outdoors
Wellington Campus
Three years, full-time (Mainstream) Four years, full-time (Extended Curriculum Programme). First-year subjects offered over two years.
WHAT YOU NEED
Minimum Admission Requirements: Agriculture
National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) with:
• English (4)
• Mathematics (3) or Technical Maths (4)
• Life Sciences (4) or Physical Sciences (4)
The department utilises an Academic Point Score (APS) as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. You also have to score a minimum of 30 with Mathematics (ECP 28); 31 with Technical Maths (ECP 29) on the APS.
• Mathematics (3) or Technical Maths (4) or Mathematical Literacy (5)
• Life Sciences (4) or Physical Sciences (4)
The department utilises an APS as selection criteria once your minimum admission requirements are satisfied. You also have to score a minimum of 30 with Mathematics (ECP 28); 31 with Technical Maths (ECP 29); 32 with Maths Literacy (ECP 30) on the APS.
DISCLAIMER
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Information is subject to change, based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications during 2024/2025. Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HEQSF aligned qualification. Please consult the CPUT website or Faculty for updated information. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.
YOUR SUBJECTS
DIPLOMA: AGRICULTURE
First year
• Plant Production
• Agricultural Economics & Marketing 1A, 1B
• Crop Protection 1A, 1B
• Agricultural Soil Science 1A, 1B
• Agricultural Computer & Numerical Literacy
• Agricultural Extension 1
CROP STREAM
• Vegetable Production
LIVESTOCK STREAM
• Livestock Production 1
VITICULTURE AND OENOLOGY STREAM
• Oenology 1
Second year
• Agricultural Extension 2A, 2B
• Biometry
• Crop Protection 2
• Agricultural Economics & Marketing 2
• Agricultural Engineering
CROP STREAM
• Agronomy 2A, 2B
• Fruit Production 2A, 2B
• Viticulture 2A, 2B
LIVESTOCK STREAM
• Animal Nutrition
• Livestock Production 2A, 2B
• Pasture Science
VITICULTURE AND OENOLOGY STREAM
• Oenology 2A, 2B
• Viticulture 2A, 2B
Third year
• Research Methodology: Introduction
• Agricultural Environment
• Agricultural Production
• Agricultural Labour Practice
• Agricultural Management information & Systems
• Agricultural Practice
DIPLOMA: AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT
First year
• Plant Production
• Agricultural Marketing Management 1A, 1B
• Agricultural Operations Management 1A, 1B
• Agricultural Soil Science 1A, 1B
• Agricultural Calculations
• Livestock Production
• Agricultural Human Resource Management
Second year
• Agricultural Production Management
• Agricultural Law
• Plant Production 2A, 2B
• Livestock Production 2A, 2B
• Agricultural Engineering
• Agricultural Marketing Management 2
• Pasture Science
Third year
• Research Methodology
• Agricultural Environment
• Production Systems Management
• Agricultural Labour Practice
• Management Information Systems
• Agricultural Practice
Your on-the-job training
You will do a full year of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) in the agricultural industry during your third year.
YOUR FUTURE
SELF Future studies
Advanced Diploma in Agriculture
Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture
Master of Agriculture
Doctor of Agriculture
Future industries
Agriculture
Food production
Future career
Input supplier
Production manager
Winemaker
Agricultural manager
Agricultural advisor
Agricultural trainer
Agricultural researcher
Pack-house manager
Chemical specialist
Agricultural engineer
Fertiliser agent
Quality inspector
Lecturer in Agriculture creating futures
HOW TO APPLY
Please note: All students are required to apply online, except for qualifications that do not cater for online applications.
ONLINE APPLICATIONS
Do you qualify to apply online?
ONLINE APPLICATIONS ARE FREE
Choose your qualification by consulting this brochure or the CPUT website
Gather your documents (i.e. certified copies less than three months old)
View or download the online application guides available on our website at www.cput.ac.za/study/apply under Step 4: Online application for information on how to apply online
Complete your application online by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/apply and following the steps
Follow-up by getting your admission status and downloading your admission letter via the online application tracking system by visiting www.cput.ac.za/study/track
MANUAL APPLICATIONS
Do you qualify to apply manually?
Please note: No manual posted or over the counter applications will be accepted for any course, other than the listed qualifications that do not cater for online applications.
