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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.

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.

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.

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 :

  1. January
  2. May
  3. September

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.

Duration : 36 Months.

University : Lincoln University College

Level : Bachelor