Modular Certificate in Basics of Food Production

This MC is part of the Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology). It consists of the following modules:

Growth and Development of Agricultural Produce

Managing the Natural Resource Base for Farming

Agriculture Nutrient Management

Agro-Ecosystems and Farming

Project on Food Production

What You'll Learn

This Modular certificate (MC) provides an overview of the principles and concepts behind production of plant based materials for food. Students will learn the requirements needed for organisms to grow and function properly in order to operate and manage urban farms efficiently. Students will also be able to identify the type of farm system and ecosystem best suited for their produce.

Minimum Entry Requirement

" At least 3 'O' Level passes in the following subjects:

• English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 "“ 7
• Any Science subject Grade 1 "“ 6
• Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 "“ 6

and at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec

• GPA ≥ 2.0

OR

• GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec

• GPA ≥ 3.5

OR

• GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec in Technology/Services

• GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec in Technology/Services

• GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ

• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA
• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness.