Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hons)

(N/620/6/0022) (06/27) (MQA/PA 13094)

Duration

Full Time: 3 Years | Part Time: 6 Years

Intakes

January, May, September

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Programme Overview

The program, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hons), is a program designed to deliver students with the technical information in crop raising, integrated pest management, seed conditioning, agricultural chemicals, fertilizers, and technology and other areas associated to manufacture and quality control in the food and fibre industry. The curriculum is intended to generate competent graduates who can incorporate agricultural elements in farming systems, analyse farmer’s challenge and give sustainable technical solutions in the context of the existing resources.

Sl.No.MQA Subject CodeSubject NameCredits
1BSA 6013Soil Science & Conservation3
2BSA 6023Introductory Crop Physiology3
3BSA 6033Introductory Microbiology3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
4MPU 3123Islamic Civilization and Asian Civilization3
5MPU 3143Malay Language Communication 23
6BSA 6043Weed Management3
7ENG 613English I3
8ENG 623English II3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
9MPU 3113Ethnic Relations3
10MPU 3173Malaysian Studies 33
11BSA 6053Principles of Genetics and Plant Breeding3
12BSA 6063Introduction to BioChemistry3
13BSA 6073Crop Diseases and Management3
14BSA 6083Agricultural Extension3
15BSA 6093Entomology4
16BSA 6103Medicinal & Aromatic Crops3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
17BSA 6113Principles of Landscape Plants and Design3
18BSA 6123Principles of Crop Science3
19BSA 6133Farm Machinery and Power3
20BSA 6143Food Crop3
21MPU 3212Leadership Skills and Human Relations2
22BSA 6152Fundamental of Horticulture2
23BSA 6163Introduction of Computer Application2
24BSA 6173Plant Pathology3
25BSA 6183Introduction to Ruminant and Non-Ruminant Production3
26MPU 3412Community Service2
27BSA 6193Principles of Agronomy3
28BSA 6203Entrepreneurship3
29BSA 6213Agricultural Economics3
30BSA 6223Processing of Agricultural Produce2
31BSA 6233Research Methodology3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
32BSA 6243Introduction to Agroforestry3
33BSA 6252Food Science3
34BSA 6262Integrated Organic Systems3
35BSA 6273Crop Process Engineering3
36BSA 6283Seed Technology3
37BSA 6293Introduction to Fisheries and Aquaculture3
38BSA 6303Soil and Water Conservation Engineering & Structures3
39BSA 6312Protected Agriculture3
40BSA 6327Industrial Training7
41BSA 6334Research Project I4
42BSA 6344Research Project II4
43BSA 6143Food Crops3

Entry Requirements :

  1. Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) (10+2) with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; and possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent;
    OR
  2. Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum grade of Jayyid, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent;
    OR
  3. Matriculation/ Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent;
    OR
  4. A Diploma (Level 4, Malaysian Qualification Framework) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
  5. English Proficiency for Foreign Students
    International Students are required to achieve a minimum score of 5.5 for International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or its equivalent. If the student does not fulfil the above criteria the Lincoln University College must offer English proficiency course to ensure that student is proficient in the language to the standard required by the program.

A wide range of jobs are available to those who obtain a Bachelor in Agricultural Science, including horticultural advisor, farm manager, horticulture sales or business manager, fruit and vegetable grower, park manager, and entrepreneurship, including developing products and establishing non-traditional markets for horticulture. The advanced skills learned in earning a Bachelor in Agricultural Science will help students move forward in a wide range of plant- and farm-based careers. This education will help improve employment opportunities, as well as teach established agriculturalists new stewardship skills.

The aim of this course is to specially equip students with the knowledge, skills, competencies, and awareness in preparation for employment in the industry to improve agriculture productivity and pave way for future developments. Professionals can work in innovative programs in a wide range of areas like agricultural biotechnology, plant breeder/geneticist, rural practice surveyor, soil scientist, animal nutritionist, field trials and forest/woodland management.

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