Build Your Career in Plant Production
Earn a nationally recognised qualification in crop farming, irrigation, and agronomy — study online from anywhere in South Africa.
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Choose your qualification
2 nationally recognised programmes — all fully online, all SETA-accredited.
National Certificate in Plant Production (NQF 4)
Foundation qualification covering crop farming, irrigation, soil health, and agronomy. Start your career in plant production with practical, accredited training.
- Credits
- 157
- Duration
- 1 year
- Entry req.
- Grade 10
- Delivery
- 50% Theory / 50% Practical
- Tuition / yr
- R13,000
National Diploma in Plant Production (NQF 5)
Professional-level diploma for commercial farmers, agronomy consultants, and land managers. Progress from junior farm manager to farm manager with specialised plant production expertise.
- Credits
- 247
- Duration
- 2 years
- Entry req.
- Grade 12
- Delivery
- 50% Theory / 50% Practical
- Tuition / yr
- R15,000
Built for South African farmers
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Crops & agronomy focus
Specialised training in crop production, irrigation, soil health, and commercial farming — built for South Africa's agricultural sector.
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Study from your phone
All coursework is mobile-friendly. No laptop required — study between shifts or after the workday.
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Anywhere in South Africa
Students in all nine provinces. No need to relocate or commute to campus.
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Nationally recognised
SETA-accredited qualifications carry weight with employers, government departments, and banks.
Scientia by the numbers
9
Provinces covered
4
Accredited programmes
NQF 5
Highest level offered