Colleges and Universities Offering Ph.D in Agronomy in South Africa

Ph.D. in Agronomy involves advanced research and academic study in the field of agronomy, which is the science of soil management and crop production. Agronomy plays a crucial role in addressing agricultural challenges and promoting sustainable farming practices. The program typically involves a combination of research work and advanced coursework. The coursework component may vary depending on the university and student's research focus. Some of the topics that may be covered in coursework are;
i. Crop physiology
ii. Plant breeding
iii. Soil fertility
iv. Pest management
v. Agricultural statistics

The list below highlights the available job opportunities for Ph.D in Agronomy graduates in South Africa:
-Agricultural Policy Analyst
-Seed Scientist/Breeder
-Agricultural Extension Officer
-Sustainable Agriculture Specialist
-Research Scientist in Agronomy
-Lecturer/Professor in Agronomy
-Agronomist
-Crop Consultant

Institutions Offering Ph.D in Agronomy

•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  Programme Description:
  -You must carry out a relevant and practically oriented research project in Agronomy, leading to innovation or problem-solving
  through high-level research in Agronomy and in the industry concerned. This will equip you at the highest academic level with
  the knowledge and expertise you need for entering the research industry or professional field. See section 2.4 in this chapter
  for general information on the PhD degree in the Faculty of AgriSciences.
•  University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
  Admission Requirements:
  1.MScAgric (Agronomy) degree or relevant research master’s degree
  2.At least 60% for the research component at master’s level
  
  Note: Additional modules may be required in order to reach the desired level of competency
  
  Duration of study:
  2 years, full-time.
•  North West University, Mafikeng  
  Presented in English
  
  Course Duration: 2 - 4 years
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  

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