TATC - AGITO

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 staircasing 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 two papers per semester. Students completing four papers per year can expect to complete the qualification over two years.

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

Semester One:

27 Feb - 21 June 2012

(7 June- 21 June 2012 Semester One Examinations)

Semester Two:

9 July - 3 November 2012

(23 October - 3 November 2012 Semester Two Examinations)

Course of study

Masterton 2012

Lectures will commence on Wednesday 29 February 2012, and will occur on a Wednesday for the course of the year. This may change in some instances if required for farm visits.

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

Semester One	Semester Two
PLSC 024 Plant Husbandry	ANSC 021 Livestock Production Systems
SOSC 021 Soils & Soil Management	BIOS 021 Plant & Animal Health

Masterton 2013

Semester One	Semester Two
COMP 021 Computing & Communication	ENGN 023 Engineering I
MGMT 024 Farm Management Systems A	MGMT 025 Farm Management Systems B

Taranaki 2012

Lectures will commence on Monday 27 February 2012, and will occur on a Monday for the course of the year. This may change in some instances if required for farm visits.

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

Semester One	Semester Two
COMP 021 Computing & Communication	ENGN 023 Engineering I
MGMT 024 Farm Management Systems A	MGMT 025 Farm Management Systems B

Taranaki 2013

Semester One	Semester Two
PLSC 024 Plant Husbandry	ANSC 021 Livestock Production Systems
SOSC 021 Soils & Soil Management	BIOS 021 Plant & Animal Health

*The Diploma in Agriculture also has a 12 week practical work requirement. Click here to view additional information

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). 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 for further details.

Contact Taratahi for application information.