BSc. Agriculture
Entry requirements
1. WASSCE/SSSCE APPLICANTS Credit passes in THREE (3) Elective Subjects including Chemistry, and any TWO (2) of the following Elective Subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Biology, General Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Crop and Horticulture, Fisheries, and Forestry. 2. ‘A’ LEVELAPPLICANTS FIVE (5) credits at the O’ Level or equivalent qualification including English Language and Mathematics, PLUS THREE passes at the A’ Level or equivalent including Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics and Biology or Agricultural Science. 3. MATURE APPLICANTS Applicants with certificate in Forestry/Fisheries must have attained the age of 25 years, at the time of submitting the Application Forms, and a minimum of TWO (2) years post qualification experience in a related field of Natural Resources Management, and EITHER FIVE (5) credits at O’ Level including English Language and Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, OR Credits in WASSCE/SSSCE Core Subjects (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science), plus THREE (3) Electives in Chemistry, and Physics or Elective Mathematics, Biology or General Agriculture. Short-listed applicants must pass an interview.
Career prospects
1. Agriculture Officer as an Agriculture Officer, a BSc Agriculture graduate can work with government agencies or financial institutions. 2. Research Scientist as a research scientist, a BSc Agriculture graduate can work in research institutes, universities, or private companies. 3. Agricultural Engineer. 4. Agricultural Sales Representative. 5. Food Safety Manager.