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QUALIFICATION - DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE VAG020

Duration (approx) 2100 hours
Qualification
Diploma

 

This Agriculture Diploma is a comprehensive online agriculture course designed for farmers, rural professionals, and aspiring agricultural managers seeking advanced knowledge and practical skills for the modern agricultural industry.

This flexible online qualification provides in-depth training across a broad range of agricultural disciplines, preparing graduates for technical, supervisory, management, and consultancy roles within the farming and agribusiness sectors.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the QUALIFICATION - DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE VAG020
 AGRICULTURAL MARKETING BAG304
 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY I (ANIMAL ANATOMY and PHYSIOLOGY) BAG101
 ANIMAL HUSBANDRY II (ANIMAL HEALTH) BAG201
 FARM MANAGEMENT BAG104
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 RESEARCH PROJECT I BGN102
 SOIL MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURE) BAG103
 STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT BBS207
 SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE - BAG215
 WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY VBS103
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 9 of the following 28 modules.
 AGRONOMY BAG306
 AGRONOMY II - GRAINS BAG309
 AGRONOMY III - ROOT CROPS BAG310
 CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT BEN201
 DRONE TECHNOLOGY (BIT207)
 FORAGE MANAGEMENT BAG226
 HORTICULTURAL MARKETING BHT304
 IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURAL) BAG303
 MARINE AQUACULTURE BAG220
 NATURAL HEALTH CARE FOR ANIMALS BAG218
 NUT PRODUCTION BHT219
 OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT VBS201
 ORGANIC FARMING BAG305
 PASTURE MANAGEMENT BAG212
 PERMACULTURE SYSTEMS (PDC) BHT201
 PIGS BAG209
 PLANT ECOLOGY BSC305
 POULTRY BAG208
 PROFESSIONAL SUPERVISION - BPS301
 REFRIGERATING FARM PRODUCE BAG225
 RESEARCH PROJECT II BGN201
 SHEEP BAG210
 STATISTICS - BSC304
 URBAN FARMING -BAG229
 VITICULTURE BHT220
 WARM CLIMATE NUTS BHT308
 WATER CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT BEN302
 WEED CONTROL BHT209

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This agriculture diploma builds on existing knowledge and experience, helping students develop a deeper understanding of agricultural production, farm management, livestock, crops, agribusiness, and rural enterprise management. 

Every job provides opportunities to develop valuable skills and experience. As your career progresses, these skills help you advance within your current role or transition into new areas. Many skills are transferable across industries, allowing you to apply what you've learned in different professional contexts.

Opportunities Exist in Agriculture Now

There are skills shortages in many areas of agriculture currently.

  • Farms employ farm hands, contractors, managers, consultants and other staff
  • Many agriculture graduates work in supplying goods and services to farms
  • Graduates in agriculture diploma level qualifications find employment in diverse roles.

The decisions you make today will create opportunities for you tomorrow.
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Dr. Gareth PearceGraduated from the University of Nottingham in 1982 with a B.Sc.(Hons) in Animal Science. Between 82 and 85 worked as Research Assistant and Demonstator in Animal Science at the University of Leeds. Over more than 30 years he has furthered his studies, obtaining eight significant university qualifications including degrees in Veterinary Science, Wildlife Conservation and Animal Behaviour. Gareth has significant teaching experience around the world as a faculty member at eight different universities including Associate Professor at Murdoch University and Director of Studies in Veterinary Science at Cambridge University. He has over 100 prestigious research papers published, and enjoys an outstanding international reputation in the fields of animal and veterinary science.
Cheryl McLardyA scientist, teacher, writer and animal scientist, with more than 20 years experience including: Sports Horse Stud Groom, Stable Manager, Yard Manager, Equine industrial Training Manager, FE Distance Learning Manager. Cheryl has travelled widely, working in England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand; and is now based in Scotland. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Higher National Diploma in Horse Management, and a City and Guilds Teaching Certificate.
Marius Erasmus Subsequent to completing a BSc (Agric) degree in animal science, Marius completed an honours degree in wildlife management, and a masters degree in production animal physiology. Following the Masters degree, he has worked for 9 years in the UK, and South Africa in wildlife management, dairy, beef and poultry farming.


Check out our eBooks

Animal HealthUnderstand animal health issues, diseases and how identify and manage illnesses and injuries. Animals can become sick for many different reasons -diseases caused by infections, injuries, poisoning, genetic disorders, poor nutrition and other things.
Business OperationsA text book for business students, or a guide book for anyone operating a business. Six chapters: Daily Challenges of Running a Business, Managing People, The Law, Finance, Product Management and Risk Management.
Farm ManagementThe Farm Management ebook is a valuable piece of equipment for any farming student or current farmer. Improve your farm management skills or learn new skills and techniques. The topics covered within this Farm Management ebook include 1/ Scope and nature of the farm industry, 2/ The farm site, 3/ Production systems, 4/ Managing livestock, 5/ Managing pasture, 6/ Managing crops, 7/ Managing equipment and materials, 8/ Computer applications, 9/ Farm structures and buildings, 10/ Financial management, 11/ Marketing, 12/ Farm planning, 13/ Staff management, 14/ Water management and 15/ Diversification.
Profitable FarmingDiscover new ways to make money from your farm and broaden your perspective on the farming industry. A few things in life are certain; change is inevitable and people need to eat. Learn to embrace change as an opportunity and improve your ability to forge a sustainable career in farming.