Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology)

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2023018032
S$25,470

About This Course

Through this programme, you will learn how to:
Grow vegetables with latest technology
Control climate condition for better crop yield
Boost Singapore’s food resilience

What You'll Learn

The Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology) allows participants to develop competencies, skills and knowledge needed for a career in the agriculture industry. Participants will learn more about the agricultural technologies for food production, farming process and management, urban farming technology and systems, agribusiness and sustainable farming.

Upon completion of the part-time diploma, participants can get a head-start in their careers in the agricultural sector taking on roles ranging from agrotechnologists to produce and marketing specialists.

Entry Requirements

" At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects:
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
and at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec
• GPA ≥ 2.0
OR
• GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec
• GPA ≥ 3.5
OR
• GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ
• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA

• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness.

Course Details

Duration 900 hours
Language English
Training Commitment Part Time
Total Enrolled 46 students
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