TATC - Diploma in Agriculture Level 5

Diploma in Agriculture Level 5

Taratahi offers the Lincoln University Diploma in Agriculture as a part-time option. The Diploma is available through Taratahi in Wairarapa and Taranaki and is ideal for students wanting to obtain more advanced qualifications whilst working.

It also provides great stair casing options for students completing Level 4 with Taratahi, and those in the workforce who may wish to advance their studies.

Primary production today is much more than traditional farming. The agriculture industry is an essential part of New Zealand's economy. Opportunities in agriculture will continue to exist for well educated people at all levels in the industry.

Agricultural contracting
Farm consultancy
Farming
Farm management

The regional Diploma will be offered over two 12 week semesters each year. Students will normally take one or two papers per semester.

The tutorials are arranged by mutual agreement between the students and Taratahi to suit.

This diploma gives students an introduction to agriculture, horticulture or organic husbandry.

Here's what you need to study for an Undergraduate Diploma in agriculture or horticulture.

If you have a New Zealand University Entrance Qualification, you have already met the admission requirements.

You will also qualify if you have achieved 40 credits at NCEA level 2 over 4 of the subjects recognized by Lincoln University for entry.

If you do not hold an Entrance qualification, are a New Zealand resident AND over the age of 20, then you are eligible for ‘Special Admission’. Successful completion of approved courses at polytechnics, industry training organizations (such as a National Certificate or Diploma) and other tertiary institutions may also fulfill the entry requirements and qualify you for admission.

You must also meet the literacy and numeracy requirements for university entrance.

For those students wishing to continue on after completing the Lincoln Diploma in Agriculture – some diploma subjects may be credited towards bachelors degrees in Agriculture, Agricultural Science or Commerce (Agriculture).

Course of study

Course Start Dates
February 2010 (Semester 1)
July 2010 (Semester 2)

The course of study comprises eight courses (120 credits) which are listed in the schedule below.

Semester One	Semester Two
COMP 021 Computing & Communication	ANSC 021 Livestock Production Systems
MGMT 024 Farm Management Systems A	BIOS 021 Plant & Animal Health
PLSC 024 Plant Husbandry	ENGN 023 Engineering I
SOSC 021 Soils & Soil Management	MGMT 025 Farm Management Systems B

All courses are compulsory, and equivalent to 15 credits.
*The Diploma in Agriculture also has a 12 week practical work requirement.

If you have completed an acceptable tertiary qualification at another New Zealand institution, you can apply for practical work equivalent credit for the Lincoln University Diplomas in Agriculture or Horticulture.

See www.lincoln.ac.nz/regionaldiploma for further details.
Contact Taratahi for application information.