PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hons) KPT/JPS(PA 13094) 06/27

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.

Program Aim

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.

Career Opportunities

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.

Subjects

Full Time : 36 Months
Part Time : 72 Months

Sl.No.	MQA Subject Code	Subject Name	Credits
1	BSA 6013	Soil Science & Conservation	3
2	BSA 6023	Introductory Crop Physiology	3
3	BSA 6033	Introductory Microbiology	3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
4	MPU 3123	Islamic Civilization and Asian Civilization	3
5	MPU 3143	Malay Language Communication 2	3
6	BSA 6043	Weed Management	3
7	ENG 613	English I	3
8	ENG 623	English II	3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
9	MPU 3113	Ethnic Relations	3
10	MPU 3173	Malaysian Studies 3	3
11	BSA 6053	Principles of Genetics and Plant Breeding	3
12	BSA 6063	Introduction to BioChemistry	3
13	BSA 6073	Crop Diseases and Management	3
14	BSA 6083	Agricultural Extension	3
15	BSA 6094	Entomology	4
16	BSA 6103	Medicinal & Aromatic Crops	3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
17	BSA 6113	Principles of Landscape Plants and Design	3
18	BSA 6123	Principles of Crop Science	3
19	BSA 6133	Farm Machinery and Power	3
20	BSA 6143	Food Crop	3
21	MPU 3212	Leadership Skills and Human Relations	2
22	MPU 3312	Malaysian Government and Public Policy	2
23	BSA 6152	Fundamental of Horticulture	2
24	BSA 6163	Introduction of Computer Application	2
25	BSA 6173	Plant Pathology	3
26	BSA 6183	Introduction to Ruminant and Non-Ruminant Production	3
27	MOU 3412	Community Service	2
28	BSA 6193	Principles of Agronomy	3
29	BSA 6203	Entrepreneurship	3
30	BSA 6213	Agricultural Economics	3
31	BSA 6223	Processing of Agricultural Produce	2
32	BSA 6233	Research Methodology	3
Elective (Choose any one module from the following):
33	BSA 6243	Introduction to Agroforestry	3
34	BSA 6252	Food Science	3
35	BSA 6262	Integrated Organic Systems	3
36	BSA 6273	Crop Process Engineering	3
37	BSA 6283	Seed Technology	3
38	BSA 6293	Introduction to Fisheries and Aquaculture	3
39	BSA 6303	Soil and Water Conservation Engineering & Structures	3
40	BSA 6312	Protected Agriculture	3
41	BSA 6327	Industrial Training	7
42	BSA 6334	Research Project I	4
43	BSA 6344	Research Project II	4

Intake and Entry Requirements

Intake :

January
May
September

Entry Requirements :

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
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
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
A Diploma (Level 4, Malaysian Qualification Framework) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
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.

Duration : 36 Months.

University : Lincoln University College

Level : Bachelor