Program Overview

University Program Information

The university offers a range of programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, as well as research opportunities.

Undergraduate and Honours Qualifications

The university provides various undergraduate and honours qualifications, including:

• Bachelor's degrees
• Honours degrees
• Diplomas
• Certificates

These qualifications are offered in different fields, such as:

• Accounting Sciences
• Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
• Economic and Management Sciences
• Education
• Human Sciences
• Law
• Science, Engineering, and Technology

Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture

The Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture is a non-professional qualification that aims to strengthen and deepen learner knowledge in the field of agriculture. The qualification is presented via distance learning mode and includes research methodology and a project under supervision.

Qualification Details

• Qualification stream: Animal Health
• Qualification code: 90159 - AHE
• NQF level: 8
• Total credits: 120
• APS/AS: 60

Rules

• Students are advised to register for HMAPD81 in semester 1, if registering for HRAGR81 in the same academic year.

Purpose Statement

The primary goal of the Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture is to enable working professionals from various agricultural disciplines to undertake advanced reflection and development using systematic current thinking, practice, and research methods in the area of specialisation.

Curriculum for the Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture

The curriculum includes:

• Compulsory modules:
  • APD4802 - Principles of Applied Epidemiology and Biostatistics
  • APD4803 - Animal Welfare for Production Animals
  • APD4805 - Livestock Production and Management Systems
  • HMAPD81 - Research Proposal: Agriculture and Animal Health
  • HRAGR81 - Research Report (co-requisite: HPAGR80 or HMAPD81)
• Elective modules:
  • AME4802 - Agricultural Project Analysis IB
  • AME4803 - Agricultural Business Management
  • ASA4802 - Advanced Animal Breeding
  • ASA4803 - Advanced Animal Nutrition

Registration Requirements

To register for the Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture, applicants must:

• Have received an offer of placement from the university and have accepted the offer online.
• Re-registering students may register for the 2026 academic year once the registration period opens.

Module Selection

Students must select their modules carefully, taking into account:

• Co-requisites: Module A is a co-requisite for Module B. Students must register for both modules simultaneously.
• Pre-requisites: Module A is a pre-requisite for Module B. Students must pass Module A before registering for Module B.
• Maximum number of credits: Students may not register for more than 60 credits per semester or 120 credits per academic year.

Research Areas

The university offers research opportunities in various fields, including:

• Agriculture and Animal Health
• Applied Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Animal Welfare for Production Animals
• Livestock Production and Management Systems

College of Graduate Studies

The College of Graduate Studies offers postgraduate studies, research support, and research resources. The college also provides information on catalytic niche areas, media, and events.