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Diploma in Agricultural Science

Level: Diploma(MNQF Level 5)
Duration: 1 year(2 Semesters)
Modes: Available Modes (Full-Time, Part-Time)
Course Fee: Course FeeMVR 10,035

Overview

The Diploma in Agricultural Science is designed to equip students with foundational and practical knowledge in agriculture, agronomy, soil science, horticulture, and sustainable farming practices. The program aims to prepare graduates for careers in agricultural production, farm management, agribusiness, and extension services, while promoting environmentally responsible and economically viable agricultural practices.

Entry Requirements

General Entry

i) 2 passes in GCE A' level and 3 passes in GCE O' level including Biology
ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field

Alternative Entry

i) Completion of a Level 4 qualification (unrelated), and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program OR
ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience, and successful completion of an MQA approved University Preparation Program.

Language Requirements

Certified proficiency in English (GCE O� Level/IGCSE English/MNU English Language Competency Test or Equivalent)

General Notes

Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.

Structure

Semester 1

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	AGR101 Principles of Horticulture (CORE)	Principles of Horticulture	Nil	15 Principles of Horticulture (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
CORE	AGR103 Fundamentals of Soil Science (CORE)	Fundamentals of Soil Science	Nil	15 Fundamentals of Soil Science (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
CORE	AGR105 Introductory Crop Production (CORE)	Introductory Crop Production	Nil	15 Introductory Crop Production (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
CORE	AGR107 Plant Protection and Precision Agriculture (CORE)	Plant Protection and Precision Agriculture	Nil	15 Plant Protection and Precision Agriculture (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
					60	4,980 4,980

Semester 2

Type	Code	Name	Prerequisites	Credit Points	Fee (MVR)
CORE	AGR109 Agriculture Value addition and Project management (CORE)	Agriculture Value addition and Project management	Nil	15 Agriculture Value addition and Project management (CORE) (15) (15)	1,320 1,320
CORE	AGR111 Livestock and Poultry Husbandry (CORE)	Livestock and Poultry Husbandry	Nil	15 Livestock and Poultry Husbandry (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
CORE	AGR113 Basics of Food Science (CORE)	Basics of Food Science	Nil	15 Basics of Food Science (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
CORE	AGR115 Agriculture Extension and Economics (CORE)	Agriculture Extension and Economics	Nil	15 Agriculture Extension and Economics (CORE) (15) (15)	1,245 1,245
					60	5,055 5,055

Course Total

Total: 10,035

10,035

Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.

While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.

Careers

Graduates of the Diploma in Agricultural Science can begin as agricultural technicians or farm assistants, then advance to roles such as farm managers, agribusiness coordinators, or extension officers. With further study, they can pursue degrees in agricultural science, leading to careers in research, consultancy, or government agricultural services.