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Diploma in Agriculture

  • Diploma

This is a foundation programme delivering an experience for students new to the agricultural sector. It offers those who work in agriculture the opportunity to understand high-tech solutions being used to ensure profitability and sustainability in agri-businesses today.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time

About this course

This is a foundation programme delivering an experience for students new to the agricultural sector. It offers those who work in agriculture the opportunity to understand high-tech solutions being used to ensure profitability and sustainability in agri-businesses today.

Study topics include:

  • animal production and health
  • pasture and crop production
  • soil productivity
  • farm and industry studies
  • farm management
  • animal production
  • farm production systems
  • agricultural engineering.

The Diploma is available full-time, over two semesters, and part-time.

Entry requirements

To enter the Diploma in Agriculture you will need to have completed:

  • 12 weeks farm employment, or
  • a level 3 NZQF Certificate that is agriculture related.

Career pathways

The Diploma of Agriculture is an excellent programme for people interested in farming jobs including:

  • shepherd
  • farm assistant
  • farm manager
  • sharemilker
  • equity partner
  • livestock agent
  • fertiliser rep
  • sales rep.

Credit for prior study or work

For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:

  • review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
  • contact us through the Enquire button on this page.