Study Programme
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Crop Science
Department
Agronomy
BSc
Honours Degree
4 Years
Duration
6+
Career Paths
Research, Innovation, & Sustainable Development
Admission Requirements Join Us
Applicants must have two (2) ‘A’ level passes in crop science, horticulture, biology and or agriculture, plus one of the following subjects or their recognized equivalents: mathematics, chemistry, geography, food science and physics, agriculture engineering. In addition, applicants should have passed at least Five (5) approved ‘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 Science exist in the public service, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), private sector and international organisations as agronomists, plant breeders, seed technologists, crop extensionists, researchers, farm managers, and entrepreneurs.
Objectives
The programme aims to equip students with an understanding of the science that pivots the production of crops as a basic for steering innovation and industrialisation mindsets. The specific objectives are:
- To provide students with a supportive environment for the theory and practice of crop science.
- To adopt heritage-based research in crop science.
- To provide technical expertise and support to crop production.
- To produce competitive and innovative graduates with a strong appreciation of their heritage who will advance crop sciences in both private and public sectors.
Programme Structure
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Module Code |
Module Description |
Notional Hour Credits |
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Level 1: Semester 1 |
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COSK101 |
Basic Communication Skills |
12 |
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ASTA101 |
Introduction to Statistics |
12 |
|
AEDT104 |
Agricultural Practice |
12 |
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CSCS111 |
Principles of Crop Production |
12 |
|
CSCS112 |
Plant Physiology and Anatomy |
12 |
|
CSPP121 |
Introduction to Microbiology |
12 |
|
INSY102 |
Introduction to Computers and Computer Applications |
12 |
|
AEDT101 |
Introduction to Agricultural Economics |
12 |
|
AEDT105 |
Annual Crop Production |
12 |
|
108 |
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Level 1: Semester 2 |
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AEDT105 |
Introduction to Soil Science |
12 |
|
CSCS121 |
Agricultural Biochemistry |
12 |
|
CSMM121 |
Principles of Irrigation and Water Conservation |
12 |
|
CSCS122 |
Molecular Biology |
12 |
|
COSK121 |
Business Communication |
12 |
|
CSHO120 |
Introduction to Entomology and Parasitology |
12 |
|
CSCS123 |
Principles of Genetics |
12 |
” We thrive to develop informed, relevant, innovative, and passionate agronomy professionals who contribute meaningfully to sustainable agricultural development.
Dr N Sakadzo
(Chairperson)
