Study Programme
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Crop Production and Post-harvest Technology
Department
Agronomy
BSc
Honours Degree
4 Years
Duration
6+
Career Paths
Research, Innovation, & Sustainable Development
Admission Requirements Join Us
Applicants must have any two ‘A’ level passes: one in biology or a related subject like crop science/ horticulture/ agriculture, plus any one science or commercial subject like: mathematics, chemistry, geography, food science, physics and agriculture engineering. In addition, applicants should have passed at least Five (5) ‘O’ level subjects including English language and Mathematics. Prospective students who have obtained an agricultural diploma from a recognized college, plus five (5) ‘O’ level subjects including English language and mathematics may be admitted into the programme.
Career Prospects
Employment opportunities for the graduates in Crop Production and Post-harvest Technology exist in the public service, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), private sector and international organisations as farmers, farm managers, agronomists, researchers, seed technologists, crop extensionists, and entrepreneurs.
Objectives
The programme aims to equip students with an understanding of the science and practice of production of crops and how the crops can be processed. The specific objectives are:
- To provide expose students to the theory and practice of crop production and post-harvest technology.
- To equip learners with technical expertise in the area of crop production and post-harvest technology
- To train students on the role and practice of heritage-based research in crop production and post-harvest technology..
- To produce competitive and innovative graduates with a strong appreciation of their heritage who will advance crop production and post-harvest in both private and public sectors.
Programme Structure
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Module Code |
Module Description |
Credits |
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Level 1: Semester 1 |
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COSK 101 |
Basic Communication Skills |
12 |
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ASTA 101 |
Introduction to Statistics |
12 |
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AEDT 104 |
Agricultural Practice |
12 |
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CSCS 111 |
Principles of Crop Production |
12 |
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CSCS 112 |
Plant Physiology and Anatomy |
12 |
|
CSPP 121 |
Introduction to Microbiology |
12 |
|
INSY 102 |
Introduction to Computers and Computer Applications |
12 |
|
AEDT 101 |
Introduction to Agricultural Economics |
12 |
|
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96 |
|
Level 1: Semester 2 |
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AEDT 125 |
Introduction to Soil Science |
12 |
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CSCS 122 |
Agricultural Biochemistry |
12 |
|
CSMM 121 |
Principles of Irrigation, Soil and Water Management |
12 |
|
AEDT 105 |
Crop Production |
12 |
|
COSK 121 |
Business Communication |
12 |
|
CSHO 122 |
Principles of Horticulture Production |
12 |
” We thrive to develop informed, relevant, innovative, and passionate agronomy professionals who contribute meaningfully to sustainable agricultural development.
Dr N Sakadzo
(Chairperson)
